Friday the 31st of July 2020 – Litchfield National Park, Northern Territory

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We’ve spent a couple of days here in Litchfield National Park, staying at the Litchfield Tourist Park. Which was its own oasis, very green grass with lovely shaded sites, the perfect follow on to the Oasis Caravan Park in Darwin.

Litchfield has some lovely swimming holes and fabulous water falls (even in the dry season) with many walking trails throughout the park. We had been here before, about 10 years ago but only for a quick stop, so we were keen to come back for a longer stay and we’re glad we did.

I have to say it does seem strange swimming in places with an abundance of danger signs with regards to Crocodiles. Mainly fresh water ones which are deemed safe to humans but “salties” are known to habitat the waters as well but mainly in the Wet season when most of the swimming holes are closed.

Tomorrow we’re off to Mataranka Springs and the Thermal pool there. One thing is for sure with all these fresh water pools, we are keeping clean. Although the bloody red dust still manages to infiltrate everything, both human and non human.

Things are really hotting up back home in Melbourne, so to our family and friends do what is required and stay safe.

Another great Aussie sunset over the park in Litchfield.
Magnetic Termite mounds, they run due North and South and are very unique.
The Cathedral Termite Mound. It’s over 5 metres tall and 50 years old.
Bluey Rock pools. It’s a tiered formation with the water flowing down thru the pools.
Florence Falls not far from Bluey Rock Pools.
Susan having a dip in the pool at Wangi Falls.
Tolmer Falls.
Overlooking part of Litchfield National Park from the Tolmer Falls lookout.

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  1. lesg103's avatar
    lesg103 · August 1, 2020

    I take it that you got the problem with the van sorted ?
    Looks like you are having the time of your life. We still haven’t been out in ours – waiting for two wheel bearing replacement – our service man is rushed off his feet. So it looks like September at the earliest before we can get away.
    Definately a good decision to leave back in Feb.
    Stay safe Les and Carole

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    • bebraveontour's avatar
      bebraveontour · August 1, 2020

      Hi mate, yes we had wheel alignment issues but it seems fixed now. Moving into Queensland on Wednesday, so that’s 3 states done now. Just over half way and we’ve done just on 17,000 k’s, should be about 30,000 at the end. September could be a bit cool up north mate for you, hope you get away sooner if possible. You and Lady Carol be careful and stay safe. Cheers

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    Sue Smith · August 4, 2020

    Hi Ray & Susan I have really fond memories of swimming in Litchfield Park many years ago now.
    Also my step brother Dave Byrnes is currently riding a bicycle with his partner Julie (also on a bike) from Gosford around Australia. They spent last night (4/8) at Ravenshoe Qld on highway 1. They tend to ride just over 100km each day and are heading towards Darwin.

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