Warakurna

Roadhouse

Fuel, Food and Accommodation on The Great Central Road

Warakurna Roadhouse – Accommodation

A range of accommodation is available at the Warakurna Roadhouse.

Warakurna Rooms

Family Room – 1 x Queen Bed, 2 x Single Beds, Kitchen and Laundry $310/night
Standard Queen Room – 1 x Queen Bed – $270/night
Standard Singles Room – 2 x Single Bed – $270/night

Caravan and Camping Sites

Large drive-through powered sites with 24hr power
Tap water on sites
Large Ablution Block with Gas Hot Showers and Coin Operated Washing Machines and Dryers ($5), Camp Kitchen with Microwave, Fridge and Stove with Seating and Dining Table. Outdoor BBQ also available.

Powered site:$50 per night

Unpowered site:$50 per night

Trading Hours

Regular Trading Hours

Everyday 07:00 - 20:00 (WST)
Public Holidays 07:00 - 20:00 (WST)
Closed Christmas Day

We now offer a 24hr fuel service via credit card payment and automated fuel delivery system.

* We advise checking the opening hours of each roadhouse prior to travel, especially if travelling on a public holiday.

Public Holiday Hours

Christmas Day – Closed – CC fuel available. No manual After Hours

Permit Information

To enter the Ngaanyatjarra Lands visitors require an entry permit. It is also necessary to have a transit permit when travelling through the Lands by road.
The application process is simple and free. You can download a permit information and application pack (PDF format) by clicking on the image below.

Current Conditions

Information Updated : 14/05/2026

Road Conditions : Visit the Shire website for updates https://www.ngaanyatjarraku.wa.gov.au/tourist-information/plan-your-trip/road-reports.aspx From Kata Juta towards Docker River the Road is still open. Check NT Road Conditions Web Site for updates. Note that Giles Weather Station and Museum is now open to visitors. Balloon Launches are at 7:15am (AWST) Daily, 7 Days a Week. TRAVEL THROUGH NGAANYATJARRA LANDS is now PERMITTED as long as a Permit is obtained prior to travel. https://permits.ngaanyatjarra.org.au/form/lands-permit.

Weather Information : For current Weather Details please visit http://www.bom.gov.au/wa/forecasts Giles. Note that Giles Weather Station is now open to visitors. Balloon Launches are at 7:15am (AWST).

Fuel Prices :

Diesel - $ 4.28 per litre

Opal* - $ 3.64 per litre

* Opal is replacement for unleaded petrol. Read more about Opal fuel by clicking here