After a short trip from Edith Falls (238km) we called in at the intriguingly named "Magnetic Termite Mounds". I had envisaged termite mounds producing a powerful magnetic field attracting any stray iron, like horse shoes, car bumpers, etc but unfortunately this was not the case. It turns out that the termite mounds are all built facing North-South to minimize the heat build up from the sun.
Arriving at Litchfield National Park by mid morning we weren't quite sure were to camp and quite by accident we found ourselves at the Florence Falls camp ground which was fantastic. It was small, quiet and only a 5 minute walk from the falls.
We were however starting to feel the effects of travelling further north with humidity increasing and becoming a little uncomfortable. So after setting up camp, collecting some fire wood and having a quick bite for lunch we hiked down to the falls for a swim, and there we stayed for the rest of the afternoon.
Florence falls is another pristine water fall and plunge pool great for swimming and snorkeling.
Also, being surrounded by tall cliffs and with deep plunge pool it is perfect for cliff jumping at which the kids are getting more and more confident.
And some underwater foolery!
When not in the water and bush camping we all seem to get ourselves very dirty, the kids more so than us.
This particular case lead to a kid feet washing exercise which was a good learning moment and good to watch.
From our camp at Florence Falls we were also able to hike to Buley Rock Holes which is a series of rock pools connected by cascading water falls. Another beautiful spot to swim and where we spent much of the morning.
Wangi Falls was another beautiful waterfall and pool.
We also visited a number of other great spots around Litchfield including Tolmer Falls and Tabletop Swamp.
Late in the day we were returning to camp when we saw a sign to Blight Homestead. We turned off and headed off road and through a number of river crossings.
The homestead was not more than a rustic corrugated shed but had an interesting history (family with 14 kids).
That night we enjoyed Barramundi and Choc Chip Damper cooked over the fire.
Travel Log:
Edith Falls to Litchfield: 238 km
Total Trip: 12,766 km
Cool interesting blog, pretty photos and lovelly cutie kids feetie, great shoots (photos) of these feeties. :)
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