Extra Day In Chillagoe

We stayed an extra day in Chillagoe and visited balancing rock, the old tin smelter, and a few other unguided caves which Mick passed up due to steep dark climbs down into them.

We managed to spend time alone as the only tourists on the short climb up to balancing rock. So appreciated this quiet visit.

We visited the old tin smelter and learnt a lot about tin mining and the history of this town.

The painted rock was on the side of the road. Classic. Made us laugh.Read more