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Crossing the Nullarbor – our adventure from Western Australia into South Australia

On the end of our Big Lap, on limited time, we traversed The Nullarbor in two days. Kids were due back at school, we had businesses to run but were so keen to experience this famed road trip. We left Esperance and the beauty of Cape Le Grand National Park, through Grass Patch and the heart of Mallee Country. The Nullarbor Plain begins in Norseman, Western Australia – we saw camels here, which was pretty cool. “The Nullarbor” is an 1100km route. Here’s where we stopped: Balladonia was a lunch stop with a pretty multicoloured picket fenced playground. Oh, we were so

Michelle Gilmore 24 February, 2024

Lucky Bay Cape Le Grand NP WA- Camps Australia Wide

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2 AMAZING Lucky Bay camps in Western Australia

Most people know Lucky Bay near Esperance in WA but there is also a Lucky Bay campground 46km south of Kalbarri and it doesn’t disappoint.

Michelle Gilmore 23 February, 2024

The Granite Skywalk - Castle Rock WA - 8293

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A must do: The Granite Skywalk, Castle Rock, Western Australia

This #graniteskywalk at Castle Rock near Albany Western Australia is a Definite MUST DO. This is absolutely the best image I have seen of this adventure. It really is as cool as it looks! Hands down, this was one of my (and the family’s) favourite walks in Australia. Granite Sky Walk, WA – Image Overland Exposure Challenging? Yes. Terrifying to look down? Well, a bit… Worth it? definitely! Overall you are looking at a 4.4 km return walk. National Parks say it is Class 5 and requires moderate to good fitness. Walk through yate, marri and karri forest, past the

Michelle Gilmore 22 February, 2024

Beaches & Coasts

Why visit Shark Bay, Western Australia?

Eagle Bluff Shark Bay World Heritage Area is situated on the Western Australian Coast, it is actually two bays – and it is area you do not want to miss. Situated north of Kalbarri, and south of Carnarvon on the beautiful WA coastline, all of these favourites are accessible with a conventional vehicle: Wild dolphins at Monkey Mia Monkey Mia, probably what we knew the area best for, before our visit. We wanted to check it out and compare it to our very own Tin Can Bay – also known for feeding wild dolphins. It is best to arrive early and

Michelle Gilmore 14 January, 2024

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Lake Mason Homestead, Western Australia is now a free camp!

This former pastoral station, Lake Mason Homestead is now a free camp, there is free entry to the remote Lake Mason Conservation Park and you cannot book sites. However, no pets allowed. The Parks and Wildlife Service have advised that Lake Mason does have a flushing toilet, hot donkey shower and a firepit. BYO drinking water – untreated bore water is also available. Travelling with their CAMPS book, Jane Duinmeyer recently visited Lake Mason and thought we would enjoy their photos: “We laughed and laughed at the facilities, or lack thereof and the shower… …and toilets were our favourite.” “We love your book

Michelle Gilmore 14 November, 2023

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You set the price at Kulin Caravan Park

Wildflowers are on show now spring is here. In the Eastern Wheatbelt of Western Australia, the town of Kulin is going above and beyond to attract us RV travellers. Located in the town’s centre, the Kulin Caravan Park guests contribute an amount which they feel their stay and experience is worth. They say this is a unique financial model that is centred on the values of trust, generosity and respect. With drive through bays, new ensuite style ablutions, laundry, powered sites, BBQ and pet friendly, this offer is available to bona fide visitors and tourists for up to 5 consecutive

Michelle Gilmore 24 October, 2023

Withnell Point Dirk Hartog - Adams Family Travels

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Withnell Point, Dirk Hartog Island, Western Australia

Withnell Point is located approximately 74km from the barge landing. It is a large beach side camping area in a bay on the east side of the island.

Michelle Gilmore 15 August, 2023

Quondong Point - image Overland Exposure

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Quondong Point, Western Australia

This freecamp is situated on the red cliffs of the Dampier Peninsula overlooking the white sand and turquoise water of the Indian Ocean.

Michelle Gilmore 25 July, 2023

Giralia Station WA - image Adams Family Travels

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NEW national parks in WA

Giralia Station WA – image Adams Family Travels Five million hectares of new national parks, marine parks and other conservation reserves has been the five year plan for the West Australian government. You’ll find them from the Kimberley in the north, right down to the southern coastline. Here’s some of the names to look out for: Helena Aurora Range National Park Houtman Abrolhos Islands National Park, off Geraldton Fortescue Marsh, the largest ephemeral wetland in the Pilbara Marine parks Buccaneer Archipelago in the Kimberley Sites in the Perth metropolitan area Recherche Archipelago near Esperance Stokes Inlet National Park Opportunities exist

Michelle Gilmore 18 July, 2023