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Mt Hart part of Matthew Gorge, Mount Hart

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6 Epic Station Stays for Gibb River Road Camping in Western Australia

Here’s what we most liked about the Epic Station Stays you find along the Gibb River Road in Western Australia’s Kimberley. They are strategically located to step your way through the iconic 4WD road, one at a time. All but one are pet friendly! Most are unallocated bush type camping which we love, we mixed these up with stops in National Parks. Surprisingly like the stations, you still have access to hot showers and flushing toilets! How luxe. Home Valley Hills Rustys Bar and Grill was still relaxing, 11 years after we first arrived at Home Valley Station. However, even

Michelle Gilmore 17 July, 2024

Mitchell Falls Camp, The Kimberley, Western Australia Image by Overland Exposure

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10 out of 10: Mitchell Falls Camp, The Kimberley, Western Australia

CAMPS Ambassador Amanda visited Mitchell Falls camp. She said: “We loved our truck overnighter here and all forgot how fun and comfy camping in the truck is. “A basic bush camp but with hybrid eco toilets and a water collection point for boiling, and fire pits. What more do you need? “Fees were $17/adult or $40 family per night. Overall Mitchell Falls experience 10/10!” Ngarinyin and Wunambul people are the traditional custodians of Mitchell River National Park. You will need an online Uunguu Visitor Pass, before you arrive. Give yourself 4-6 hours for the round trip, walking through “rough country” to

Michelle Gilmore 11 July, 2024

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The BEST Gibb River Road Gorges and which one is our favourite

Before we started the Gibb River Road, I did not realise how many safe swimming spots there were! Most of our days were spent “getting wet” at spectacular waterfalls and cool swimming holes. There are dozens more gorges to explore along the Gibb, here are our 6 BEST Gorges along the Gibb River Road! Plus we disclose our very favourite, read why we rate Manning Gorge and the campground… Windjana Gorge View Windjana Gorge I heard it was over-rated, but I loved camping at Windjana Gorge under a “Devonian Reef”, spotting crocs and hiking with the sunrise and sunset… Emma

Michelle Gilmore 3 July, 2024

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Camp, Hike and Crocs at Windjana Gorge on Western Australia’s Gibb River Road

The local ranger said Windjana Gorge has 162 freshwater crocodiles! If you are travelling the Gibb River Road it is the first national park from the west and last from east in the famed Kimberley region. Set in the Bandilngan Windjana Gorge National Park (so no dogs) there is a generator area and “quiet” area. We are very impressed – hot showers and flushing loos! Remember you may need to BYO loo paper. Windjana Gorge has two walks, both are best in the cool of the day – early morning or late afternoon: The Savannah Trail (Class 3) 1km loop

Michelle Gilmore 28 June, 2024

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You only need 4 things to hike Tunnel Creek, on Western Australia’s Gibb River Road – and where to camp

We’ve just hiked (swam!) Tunnel Creek, just off the Gibb River Road in Western Australia’s Kimberley region – Dimalurru (Tunnel Creek) National Park. Here’s everything you need to know and bring! My adrenaline is still pumping. Good reasons, for that. It is known as a freshwater crocodile spot, friends who walked it the other day said they saw their beady eyes in the torch light. Us? Well we forgot our headlamp, and made do with light from the phone and our kind fellow hikers. So no crocs spotted from us. What to bring? Togs Reef shoes (or something you are

Michelle Gilmore 28 June, 2024

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The Painted Desert a hidden gem of South Australia

I couldn’t believe that we had never heard of the painted desert before we took our across the Centre road trip. This is a road that is seriously underrated. If you have a four-wheel-drive and you’re travelling near Oodnadatta, Coober Pedy or Cagney Park in South Australia, take that turn. This little roadtrip is one that we definitely recommend. The road quality conditions can vary – and some of the road goes through some very sandy creek beds. However, the views make it so well worth it. Lookout You can stop off at the lookout and you get such a

Michelle Gilmore 6 June, 2024

Camping

5 NEW free pet-friendly camps and 21 Packing Hacks

After being stuck 5 days in Innamincka – we’ve done the Strzelecki and are now on the Oodnadatta Track! Innamincka is a beautiful place to be, right on Cooper Creek at Town Common – just $10 a night. Look out for our latest on our socials. We’re enjoying SA’s stations and outback pubs, ochre pits, counter teas and the flies! They are flipping everywhere, haha! Yes, we’ve bought fly nets and a natural repellant. I hope you like this week’s selection of pet friendly free camps – and some packing tips! Budget Camping Recipe Make this family favourite – we

Michelle Gilmore 17 May, 2024

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Must-See Outback Events in Australia 2024

Outback and country Australia has some very quirky events – world class festivals, rodeos, concerts, regattas and more … We’ve asked people travelling with the CAMPS AUSTRALIA WIDE App and books to share some of their favourite regional events across this vast land. Here’s a guide to the best festivals and gatherings – a smorgasbord of music, culture, sport and Aussie icons! Enjoy six months of fun, just waiting to be experienced. Coober Pedy Opal Festival MAY May 2 – 5 AUSTRALIAN CELTIC FESTIVAL Glen Innes, NSW https://www.australiancelticfestival.com/ May 3 – 5 FESTIVAL OF OUTBACK SKIES Hughenden, QLD https://festivalofoutbackskies.com.au/ May

Michelle Gilmore 17 May, 2024

Camping

We’re on the road again – with the mother-in-law!

We’re on the road again! Best of all, we’re travelling with my darling mum! (And sis and bro-in-law). Thankfully, mum adores her son-in-laws and vice versa. But there will be banter, and cards – crib, most likely. We’re travelling WEST! Last weekend we visited Dalby, St George and the new Cunnamulla Hot Springs. Today’s agenda is a mud bath (tell us if you’ve done one), more artesian baths, bush pubs and bush camps! Please say hello if you see us on the road. Remember to get 20% off CAMPS 12 and CAMPSPendium – just use SAVEMUM20 at our checkout. Love

Michelle Gilmore 3 May, 2024

Outback & Bush

6 Epic Station Stays for Gibb River Road Camping in Western Australia

10 out of 10: Mitchell Falls Camp, The Kimberley, Western Australia

The BEST Gibb River Road Gorges and which one is our favourite

Camp, Hike and Crocs at Windjana Gorge on Western Australia’s Gibb River Road

You only need 4 things to hike Tunnel Creek, on Western Australia’s Gibb River Road – and where to camp

The Painted Desert a hidden gem of South Australia

5 NEW free pet-friendly camps and 21 Packing Hacks

Must-See Outback Events in Australia 2024

We’re on the road again – with the mother-in-law!

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