Australia

Honeymoon Bay in Freycinet

Honeymoon Bay is a small beach just a short walk into the national park. The sea was calm and there was almost no sound. It was beautiful.

The Bay of Fires is a stretch of coastline along the north east of Tasmania. The name comes from sailors noticing camp fires lit along the coast by the local people. In tourist literature the name is also used to refer to the red lichen that grows on the rocks.

Launceston to Saint Helens

The countryside around Launceston is green, agricultural, and beautiful. The wet weather helps ensure the hues remain green and provide fun hanging whisps of mist over the higher land.

Cataract Gorge near Launceston

Almost attached to the Tasmanian city of Launceston is Cataract Gorge. This deep gorge is within easy walking distance of the city centre.

Waterfalls in Cradle Mountain National Park

Having completed the Dove Lake walk, we returned to the vistor centre. Rather than head back to our accommodation, we set off back out into the rain to do three other shorter walks. Two of the walks lead to notable waterfalls.

Walker Registration and Logbooks

Walker registration huts and logbooks were new to me. I had heard recommendations about walkers registering their intentions. It makes sense in Australia. Unlike so many tourist destinations, it is possible to get into serious trouble in the Australian wilderness.