Friday 24th - It's blowing a gale this morning, the camper was just about self pack up. We called into Kronosaurus Korner, which has a display of fossils and is also the info centre. You can buy a pass called a Dinopass for $20 for adults that gives admission to Kronosaurus Korner ($20A) Flinders Discovery … Continue reading Richmond and Hughenden
Normanton to Julia Creek
Thur 23 rd - We stopped for the night at Walkers Creek 29kms outside Normanton about 5 other campers were in there. It was a warm night, with a low of 20, bit different than the minus 3 we were getting in Alice Springs not so long ago. 35 during the day We stopped in … Continue reading Normanton to Julia Creek
Karumba
Wed 22nd - We were tempted to stay another night at Gregory Downs but we were pretty keen to hit the Gulf. Some people have been camping here for several weeks. We have had many different opinions from other travellers about whether to go to Karumba. We always get asked do we fish, when we … Continue reading Karumba
Hit the road Jack
Mon 20th - We decided to have a relaxing day around at camp. We caught up on some chores, did a short walk, went for a paddle down the river and then went for a swim. The water was a bit cooler than up at the gorge, but all still good fun. Tues 21st - … Continue reading Hit the road Jack
Q – Gregory Downs
Gregory Downs - F, B, D, OR. Great spot next to the river. Lovely clear water, great to swim in or float down with a noodle. Large area under the bridge, signs say no camping but people still do. Very popular, get in early for the good sites. Rating – 4.5
Lawn Hill Gorge
Sun 19th - Wow it's amazing, not in the size of Katherine Gorge but the colours are vibrant and it's so peaceful. We paddled up the whole gorge from the national park. It's an easy paddle up to Indarri Falls, 3 km return. Amazing green water, red cliffs and plenty or vegetation. We saw 2 … Continue reading Lawn Hill Gorge
Adel’s Grove
Sat 18th - What a lovely peaceful spot. No whiz bang vans, no talking, no trucks or cars on the road just the occasional moo from a cow. Heavenly. Adel's Grove is in a lovely setting lots of trees, the water is a jade green and looks very inviting. There are two sections to camp … Continue reading Adel’s Grove
Q – Adel’s Grove
Adel's Grove, Lawn Hill, Boodjamulla, National Park – T, S, B, $, W, DW. Beautiful place to stay. Even though it’s not free or a cheap place it’s been included as it’s a popular place to stay when visiting Lawn Hill, Boodjamulla, National Park. There are heaps of sites and in peak season you need … Continue reading Q – Adel’s Grove
Heading towards Lawn Hill
Friday 17th - We followed a dirt track off the hwy last night that led to a big old quarry. The only problem we had was bugs, heaps of tiny little bugs. So bad we had to eat tea in the dark and pile the dishes up to be washed this morning. Otherwise it was … Continue reading Heading towards Lawn Hill
On the road again
Thursday 16th - Last night we stopped at South Warloch Rest Area. It was packed with caravans, we found a spot a just down the road off a dirt track and had the area to ourselves. Have to say some of the nomads are a bit of a pain, we have heard they get into … Continue reading On the road again