Friday, 19 October 2012

Fri. 19th Oct., 2012 - A day in Streaky Bay

Wow ... what a busy catch-up day!  The bed was changed, laundry done & the van cleaned - we were shattered, but had shaken off the dust & dirt of the desert.  It felt good!

When all the chores were done, we went on the Cape Bauer Loop Drive, which meandered around a small peninsular that was unspoilt & lovely.  The dirt road wended its way through farm land but was always close to the sea & alongside breathtaking coastal views.


We stopped to look at some blow holes, known as Whistling Rocks, where the sea undercuts the cliffs & forces its way upwards through weak areas in the rock.  The tremendous power of the ocean was evident as this occurred & we could hear a roar every time the water rushed into the hollow holes.  A board-walk took us quite close to the action, where a fine spray settled upon us as we watched the impressive scenario below. 


On our return to the town, we did some food shopping & took the Pajero to a car wash (more chores - by this time, we were feeling holier than thou!)

We had a walk after dinner to watch the sun set & to look at the lovely everlasting flowers that were growing wild around the bay.

We were impressed with Streaky Bay & decided to stay another night.  The caravan park is excellent & the area is relaxing & devoid of crowds.



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