We had a slow start and then mid morning we walked over to “lodge” and visitors centre. This was an interesting place—it had cabins and places to camp. But also a hostel. The front desk is staffed like a hotel, which gives an interesting air to it all. The lodge contains a restaurant and cafe, but no accommodation. There is also an information centre about the area. It’s the official end point of the Overland Track—a hike of about 80 km through wilderness. Usually takes about 6-8 days. There are a few huts along the way but they’re very basic shelters.
Cuvier River, I think
We spent time reading stuff in the visitor information centre and then settled down to using the WiFi that comes with our stay. I worked especially on catching up about on this blog.
Back to the van for lunch and then we set out on a hike for a couple of hours. Not a difficult one, though choosing the appropriate level of clothing was hard. We both ended up wearing too much too much (the nights and mornings have been cold).
I returned to the lodge for another hour of work on this blog and then it was dinner time. We had leftovers. I’m still amazed at how little effort is required to feed the two of us, and how small the amount of food is that we consume! After more than ten years of feeding teenage boys, it’s a bit of an adjustment!
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| Hugel River or Cuvier...not quite sure which |
This was the first day we didn’t drive anywhere in a week. Most days have involved 2+ hrs of driving. It was wonderful to stay put for the day (and to be feeling really quite well).
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| Walking near Lake St Clair |
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| Amazing tall tree. Much of this forest had been destroyed by fire a few years earlier, but we suspected this one escape. |
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| Lovely reflections on the lake. |
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