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Alligator Gorge
Found this friendly fellow next to the track!We had forgotten the camaraderie on the road. Drivers waving hello as they pass. People are always ready to stop for a chat in caravan parks and at tourist destinations. It is relaxing and enjoyable.
So far we’ve ‘saved’ three nights on our broad brush plan. Hope to use those in places we really enjoy.
3000 klms to date at average of 13.2 ltr/100 klm. 1700klm on trip and 1300 klm tourimg.
PORT PIRIE
A key town in the north west of the Yorke Peninsula, Port Pirie was a pleasant surprise. The park was on the river quite close to town. The shopping precinct was a strip style centre with a lot of period buildings. A great stopover when going west. The seafood supply outlet more than met our expectations with regard to oysters, Spencer Gulf prawns and marinated octopus. Magnificant!
From here we did a long day’s adventure in the Southern Flinders Ranges.
Crystal Brooke George and Val Gay from Metung told us not to miss this quaint little period town just south of Port Pirie. We took a look and
Port Pirie
Ornate railway station now serving as a museum. strolled around to select a lunch venue. Buildings here are ornate and worth seeing.
Telowie Gorge Wrong time of the year. No water. We enjoyed the walk but go directly to Alligator Gorge unless there has been rain.
Melrose We called into Melrose for lunch. The best on offer was a toasted sandwich at the pub! We went up the Mount Remarkable trail and did the tourist level walk that was quite steep but enjoyable. The outlook was good but not spectacular.
Alligator Gorge By far the best part of this part of the Ranges. A steep descent to the Gorge Trail was worth the effort. Even though there was no water, the gorge was very interesting. Not spectacular, but the ‘terraces’ and the ‘narrows’ were unique to this location. Put it on your ‘to do’ list if in this area.
Hancocks Lookout A fairly good dirt road for about 7klm to get to Hancocks from the main road near Wilmington. It is a photo opportunity. However, we arrived late in the afternoon and it was definitely a morning venue as we looked into the sun at dusk.
Port Lincoln
An interesting source of warmth even though it is not quite dark. Worth seeing the view across the ranges to the water.
Port Germein Site of the longest timber jetty in Australia. Fit it in if you can but don’t rush to get there.
COWELL
Turner’s Seafood had superb oysters . Town and caravan park disappointing. Pulled the pin on second night and headed to Port Lincoln.
PORT LINCOLN
A Mecca! We love it here! Even talked of staying a fourth night. Sacrifices required so on to Elliston tomorrow.
On arrival, we took the three kilometer walk to town around the water on the Parnkella Trail in beautiful sunshine. We are trying to build up our walking stamina and hopefully lose some weight. Almost by chance we came across Del Giorno’s Italian Restaurant that seemed to beckon us in for a pasta. Most enjoyable! It provided the fuel to walk back to the van. ‘Shot’ a few birds on the way home. Not happy with my photography though.
Today we decided to do the ‘local’ thing in Port Lincoln. First off was a visit to the market that took all of fifteen
Alligator Gorge
Imposing rockface. minutes to check out. Then we went on to the Port Lincoln National Park. To be honest, the scenery is not much different to what can be found around town.
As you can tell by our blogs, we are not really into food! So we thought we should visit a winery and try some alfresco food. Had to settle for a seafood platter and a glass of wine. The seafood platter? Oh yes, well that only contained, oysters, prawns, calamari, muscles, crab, tuna, scallops, sardines and king fish! Oh, forgot to mention, a table in the beautiful Autumn sunshine overlooking Boston Bay and chatting to fellow Victorians.
Coffin Bay We have always loved Coffin Bay oysters. So off we went to survey the territory.
We decided to check out the Coffin Bay National Park first and what a joy that was. Pristine sand dunes, clear water and white fine sand beaches. The roads were sealed and easy to navigate. Do not miss if you are in this region.
Now, for the oysters! None to be found at a retail level! That forced us to eat at a restaurant . Naturally
Port Pirie
View to ranges from the caravan park. we had oysters and boy they didn’t let us down. We went home happy little chappies via Tumby Bay .
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Bob Hayter
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Fishing
I see lots of water and pictures of fisherpersons, but where are the fish ?. Did you forget the fishing rods ? or has Rhonda forbidden fishing on this trip ? The blogs interesting, keep it up !. Have fun Bob H