We packed and continued to drive the boundary of the park, passing the different Scrubs and enjoying the huge Bottle-trees.
Morning tea was under some trees, where we were beside Balcomba Station (seen past the sign above).
Dell got a Science lesson on Ant-lions. Further down the track we went through a stand of Rosewood with their dark flakey bark. We were surprised to realise they are an Acacia.
Lunch was at one of the creek crossings, and although there was a nice spot beside the waterhole, it was covered in cattle pads, so Darryl cleared the thistle under a bush so we had a cool shady spot to enjoy our food.
Coming out there were lots of gates, and on Rookwood we stopped at the gravestone for photos.
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| Sarah Jane PHIPPEN - wife of James REID - died 12 March 1875 the day her daughter was born On TROVE HERE |
After that we wanted to check out the location of the new Rookwood Dam, so went down Thirsty Creek Road, to Hanrahan's Crossing. We were surprised to find bridge work in full swing at Riversleigh Crossing, and much of Thirsty Creek Road sealed.
From here it was back to the highway and home. Despite our bit of adversity, we had a great few days.
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