Dawn's Promise: Fleeting Camp Dreams

As we bid farewell to the tranquil Swan River, our hearts were filled with anticipation for the next leg of our journey. The road ahead beckoned, promising new adventures and hidden gems waiting to be discovered. A short 30-minute drive lay between us and our next destination, a campsite that had eluded us on previous trips, its existence a secret whispered by the Tasmanian wilderness.

Nestled on the approach to the renowned Freycinet National Park, just a stone's throw from Coles Bay, River Rocks Campsite unfolded before us like a canvas painted with earth tones and splashes of vibrant flora. The campground, typically bustling during peak season, now lay serene and inviting, as if preserving its beauty just for us.

With the freedom of choice that comes with being the sole occupants, we carefully selected our spot. The criteria were simple yet crucial: a flat area for our trusty bus and ample exposure for our solar panels to drink in the Tasmanian sun. Although we knew our stay would be brief – just one night in this slice of paradise – we wanted to make the most of every moment.

As the day's light began to soften, painting the sky in hues of pink and gold, we settled into our temporary home. Our solitude was briefly interrupted as a convoy of four four-wheel drives, carrying a family group, rolled into a nearby campsite. Their arrival brought a momentary flutter of concern – would our peaceful night be disturbed? But our worries dissipated as quickly as they had formed. The newcomers, perhaps also under the spell of this tranquil spot, kept their revelry to a respectful murmur.

As night fell, a canopy of stars unfurled above us, each pinprick of light a distant world beckoning to be explored. We drifted off to sleep, cradled by the sounds of nature and the knowledge that tomorrow would bring new horizons.

The predawn light found us stirring, eager to embrace the day ahead. Packing up our mobile home, we cast one last glance at River Rocks Campsite. Though our stay was brief, it had left an indelible mark on our hearts.

With the open road ahead and the spirit of adventure in our hearts, we set off, eager to see what new wonders Tasmania had in store for us. The journey, we realised, was not just about the destinations, but about the moments of beauty and tranquility we found along the way – each one a treasure to be cherished in the story of our travels.Weiterlesen