My first memories I have down Broadwater was from when I was maybe, maybe ten years old and went down the rapids on my cousin’s boogie board and cut my knees up pretty bad on the rocks. Then there was the camping trip where Uncle Mickey got stung by a stonefish, or maybe it was Uncle Trev… I can’t remember.
The water there was always cold, even in the middle of the day. If your lucky you will see some pretty cool wildlife – I’m sorry but those goannas scare the crap out of me!
It wasn’t until just before my accident that I found out there was a lookout off the main road leading to the campsites. It was beautiful up there! It became a place I would go to think about relationship troubles and just life in general – Best thing about it was how quiet it was up there.
I had a mate who lived out Hawkins Creek way and there are some ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL places out that side of the Hinchinbrook Shire. It was lovely to go for a ride on the quad bikes (yes – I know that’s illegal, but It’s all about not getting caught right?) especially in winter, I’m talking about getting off and having to wipe your face because it’s frozen kind of winter… which is like two maybe 3 days a year here. 😜
The rates to camp there are so cheap – So it’s a good excuse to get the swags packed up and stock the eskies (proper Aussie style with more beers than food) and don’t forget your sunscreen! The UV ratings in North Queensland are crazyyyy!
If you do happen to make it a plan on your to do list, I would love to see photos – @aquoonline and with your permission, they may become a feature in one of my blogs!
Aquo Xx