One K is a small, off-grid campground located near the recreation zone of Ningaloo Marine Park. It’s well-suited to campers with high-clearance 4WD vehicles looking for a basic, peaceful stay close to the coast, with beach access and a remote setting.
One K is a quiet and remote campground suited to self-sufficient travellers looking for space and solitude. Facilities are basic and access requires some preparation, including lowering tyre pressures before arrival. The shoreline is rocky rather than sandy, but nearby areas offer better swimming and snorkelling. Best used as a peaceful base for exploring the southern Cape Range coast.
Overview
- All bookings must be made online in advance
- One campsite per booking – not suitable for group reservations across a single site
- Bookings may be made:
- Up to 180 days ahead
- On the day of arrival, if sites are available and you have internet access
- Stay limits:
- 14 nights if overlapping with WA public school holidays
- 28 nights at other times
- Commercial operators or school groups must apply through Milyering Discovery Centre
Campsites
- 7 unpowered reverse-in campsites on sand
- Vary in size and spacing
- Review the campground map and individual site details before booking
Facilities
- One no-flush pit toilet
- No water, bins, or hygiene facilities
- Self-service bookings may be possible in person at Milyering Visitor Centre (open daily 9am–3:45pm, closed Christmas Day)
Campground Rules
- Campfires are not allowed at any time
- Dogs and domestic animals are not permitted
- Generator use is allowed between 8am and 9pm
- Portable toilet waste must be carried out and disposed of at an authorised dump point – do not use the campground toilet for disposal
- All rubbish must be taken out with you – leave no trace
Fees
- Per-person camping fee applies
- Vehicle entry fee applies (not charged for trailers or camper trailers)
- Mastercard or VISA required for payment at time of booking
- No booking fee applies, but changes or cancellations may incur fees
- Peak period rules apply during:
- 4–19 July 2025
- 26 September – 11 October 2025
Access and Location
- 72 km from Minilya–Exmouth Road via Ningaloo Road and Ningaloo–Yardie Creek Road
- 172 km from Exmouth or 124 km from Coral Bay
- Access requires a high-clearance 4WD with low-range gearing
- From the north, reaching the campground involves a tidal crossing at Yardie Creek, which may be impassable – only attempt with experience and suitable equipment
- Tyre pressure must be reduced for sand tracks – no reinflation point available
Safety and Preparation
- No drinking water or emergency services on site
- Bring all essentials, including:
- Water, food, cooking gear
- Fuel, medications, first aid, and suitable clothing
- Weather considerations:
- Extreme heat possible from December to April
- Cyclone season from November to April
- Storm activity between May and October
- Check Emergency WA for fire danger ratings and alerts before travelling
Why Stay at One K Campground?
- Simple, quiet bush camping near the beach
- 4WD-access only, away from busier campgrounds
- Ideal for self-reliant travellers seeking seclusion and coastal access
What Visitors Say About One K Campground
Visitors consistently describe One K as a quiet, remote campground best suited to travellers who enjoy space, simplicity and a more natural experience. Many campers mention that the seclusion is the main drawcard, it’s a place where you’re unlikely to be surrounded by crowds and can genuinely switch off.
The campground itself is basic, with minimal facilities, and most guests recommend arriving well prepared. Those expecting a resort-style setup are often surprised, while travellers looking for peaceful bush camping tend to rate it highly.
Access conditions come up frequently in reviews. The track can be rough depending on direction of travel, and tyre pressure reduction is strongly recommended before entering. Yardie Creek crossings and sandy sections can also change with tides and conditions, so planning ahead helps.
Another common point raised is that the site is not directly on a sandy swimming beach. The shoreline nearby is rocky shelf, but nearby areas such as Boat Harbour offer better snorkelling and beach access. Many visitors enjoy the location as a base for exploring rather than staying in one spot.
Fishing and wildlife experiences vary depending on where you go offshore, and boat access opens up opportunities for marine encounters including turtles, reef fish and seasonal whales.
Overall, reviews suggest One K is best suited to campers who:
- enjoy quiet, uncrowded locations
- are comfortable with basic facilities
- come prepared with supplies
- understand coastal conditions
- want a base for exploring Cape Range rather than a beachside caravan park experience
For travellers seeking isolation and natural surroundings, it’s often described as exactly what they hoped for.
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