Part 9. Gibb River Road, Kimberleys – Drysdale River Station
Drying Out At Drysdale River Station Last time, we took on the deep clay and mud of a sodden Kalumburu Road. A Hamburger And A … Read more
Drying Out At Drysdale River Station Last time, we took on the deep clay and mud of a sodden Kalumburu Road. A Hamburger And A … Read more
Kalumburu Road In The Mud Last time, we explored beautiful King Edward River Campground and surrounds. Go here if you missed it. Refugees From Mitchell … Read more
King Edward River – Perfect Serenity… If You Survive The Corrugations! Last time, we had a well-earned rest at Mount Barnett camp ground and explored … Read more
Mount Barnett is a great place to break up your drive. Basic camping beside the magnificent Manning River and access to magical Manning Gorge.
Gibb River Road is full of unexpected surprises. Galvans Gorge is one of them – delightful swimming hole complete with waterfall & Wandjina Aboriginal art.
Mornington Wildlife Sanctuary holds some special surprises. We check out Dimond Gorge and have a welcome swim in the Fitzroy River.
Mornington Wilderness Camp is in a privately owned wildlife sanctuary. It caters for tourists, but the emphasis is on wildlife conservation.
Dalmanyi (Bell Gorge) is swimming heaven! Bell Creek drops over a waterfall into a deep gorge pool, framed by red rock & spindly gums.
A coral reef on dry land, exploring an underground creek & wading amongst freshwater crocodiles. It can only be the magnificent Kimberley!
Derby Gaol in W.A. was horrific – mediaeval punishment in contemporary times. The brutal treatment of mainly Indigenous prisoners is beyond comprehension.