Cape Hillsborough NP
June 6, 2023 in Australia ⋅ 🌬 23 °C
Our last day here, has been a great stop. But the road show must roll on 😂
Drove to Cape Hillsborough NP this morning. Lots of very interesting rock formations carved out by the water. Lovely walkRead more
Fish Trap @ Hidden Valley
June 6, 2023 in Australia ⋅ 🌬 23 °C
Followed a dirt track behind the Cape Hillsborough van park. Came out at Hidden Valley.
The site of a very old Aboriginal fish trap. We had seen these in rivers before but not in the ocean. You canRead more
Lake Proserpine
June 7, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
Doing an overnight stop at Lake Proserpine- Peter Faust Dam. Whitsunday Region.
We were going to stay here 2 or 3 nights but very windy. Was sitting outside and thought my chair and I were going toRead more
Passionfruit & Bananas
June 8, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 19 °C
Graham picked up a massive bag of passionfruit for $3 at the Seaforth Markets on Sunday. Then a couple of days ago we got a huge hand of lady finger bananas for $2 From a road side stall ...Read more
Glen Erin Farm Stay
June 9, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 22 °C
Today finds us just on the outskirts of Bowen. A change from beach camping.
Very peaceful here at Glen Erin Farm Stay. More our speed than a crowd van park in Bowen.
Will be here for another 2Read more
Bowen
June 9, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C
We had a fun day in Bowen. Started with taking in the views from Flagstaff Hill. Stunning views of the turquoise waters to North Heads lighthouse (over 150 yrs old).
A stroll along the Bowen JettyRead more
Tomato Soup
June 10, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
Love picking up fresh local produce when travelling. Then whipping up a yummy van cooked meal.
We picked up a 2 kilo bag of delicious tomatoes yesterday only $5. Today they are being turned into aRead more
Blue Water
June 11, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ⛅ 22 °C
Camped at Blue Water Park RV site tonight. Just north of Townsville. Scooted around Townsville with out stopping. Been there ... done that.
Will be hitting the road again in the morning stillRead more
Ingham
June 12, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☁️ 22 °C
Stopped at Ingham to top up our water. There is a great area to stop and fill your water, plus a dump point next to the TYTO wetlands. Also a RV park here.
We did the wetlands on a previous trip. WellRead more
Tully Gorge National Park
June 13, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☁️ 19 °C
We took a left turn at Tully yesterday and headed up through banana country to the Tully Gorge NP. As one would expect in a rainforest in Tully it is a bit wet. Mainly a fine misty drizzle. Adds toRead more
Exploring Tully Gorge
June 13, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☁️ 22 °C
Had a wonderful day exploring Tully Gorge yesterday. Within a short drive of the campground is some great lookouts, Ponytail Falls with covered picnic area and at the end of the road a hydro powerRead more
Babinda Boulders
June 14, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☁️ 20 °C
Just south of Cairns we found this treasure. Free camping just very short walk from the Boulders.
There is a wonderful place in the river that is perfect for swimming. The water was very fresh andRead more
Kicking back in Mareeba
June 16, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ⛅ 24 °C
Did a big bypass of Cairns. Decided that at $65 + a night there was nothing we wanted to do that we haven't already done.
Scooted up the range to the Tablelands. Camped at Kerribee Park Camping ...Read more
Lake Barrine
June 17, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☁️ 20 °C
There is something about us visiting the volcanic lakes on the Tablelands. We always get a cloudy day. At least it's not raining like it was last time 😂.
Such a lovely spot. We did the cruise onRead more
Lest we forget
June 17, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☁️ 21 °C
The Avenue of Honour at Tinaroo Lake remembers our brave soldiers that served at Afghanistan.
A very moving reminder of those who lost there lives. Including the dogs. Having Grahams oldest son serveRead more
Curtain fig tree
June 17, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☁️ 21 °C
Last up on our morning outing was to revisit the curtain fig tree. We visited this amazing tree on our very first trip north. So long ago...in our old soft floor camper being towed by the Camry 😊
Night in the Gravel Pit
June 18, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☁️ 23 °C
Free camping tonight at Gunnawarra gravel pit. West of Mount Garnet.
Going to be a wild time. 🤣 Our first gravel pit this trip.
Will be at Talaroo Hot Springs tomorrow. Looking forward to a goodRead more
Talaroo Hot Springs
June 20, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 17 °C
We did the hot springs tour this morning. Was lead by Tanya a lovely local Ewamian woman. Her stories of the county, people and traditions bought the whole area to life. It was an honor to listen andRead more
Its a tough life...
June 21, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 30 °C
but some one has to do it 🤣🤣🤣
Just been for a swim in the infinity pool at Cobbold Gorge. Just chilly out 😊 after driving 60k of gravel roads to get here.
It's State of Origin night. SoRead more
Cobbold Gorge Trip
June 22, 2023 in Australia ⋅ 🌙 24 °C
Cruised up Cobbold Gorge this afternoon. Was very different to other gorges we have visited. Very narrow in places with towering cliffs on either side. Spotted a few fresh water crocs ... one attackedRead more
Quartz Blow Lookout
June 22, 2023 in Australia ⋅ 🌙 23 °C
After getting back from our gorge trip this afternoon we did the drive out to the Quartz Blow Lookout for sunset.
Picked up a cheese platter and wine from the bar ... Was yummy. There is somethingRead more
Elinsleigh River
June 23, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ⛅ 29 °C
Left Cobbold Gorge this morning after a very pleasant 2 days.
Missing the infinity pool already😪 is hot today.
Headed to Forsayth then onto Einasleight. Visited the Copperfield Gorge. Now headingRead more
Red Dirt
June 24, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 19 °C
Graham decided we would leave early and stop at The Oasis Roadhouse at The Lynd for breakfast. Only to find they don't open weekends
As the van was still damp with overnight dew all the red dust hasRead more
Porcupine Gorge
June 24, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☁️ 29 °C
We were hoping to spend a couple of days here. But fully booked out.
So called into the lookout so we could add to our list of gorges.
About 70k north of Hughenden, where we will spend the next 3Read more
TravelerAnother beautiful spot. 💖💖