Lewis Pass

Woke to a complete weather change - rain, wind and temperatures of about 11 degrees! Had a slow, leisurely drive stopping off at various viewpoints on the way (there are so many) not covering many kilometres at all but just really enjoying it. Did some decision making while using free wifi from a brilliant library in Hamner Springs before driving through Lewis Pass. The sun came out and we had a good camping spot at one of the Department of Conservation sites (think we will use them lots) sheltering the tent from the wind with the car. The site sits right on the Alpine fault line!Read more