Day 149: Katherine to Katherine Gorge - A happy ride around Australia (second attempt) - CycleBlaze

July 8, 2021

Day 149: Katherine to Katherine Gorge

Start: 10am
Distance: 30kms
Ride time: 2:02hrs
Average: 15km/hr
Max: 31km/hr 
Finish: 12:30pm
Temp: 14-33C

I checked out at 10am and started pedalling. It was nice to have somewhere to ride to. 

It was hot and there was no headwind. 

A section of the road with a wide shoulder.
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Maud Creek.
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Without too much effort I arrived at the National Park.
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There were many bats in the trees.
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Rita McCarthyWe remember the bats. They can get very smelly.
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My first camp site was shaded with no grass. It was close to the road which created dust whenever a car went by.
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After a more thorough look around the very large campground, I saw a few people camping on nice green grass in an area not designated for camping.

I was willing to take the gamble so I took the pegs out of my tent and carried it to the new spot.

$23/night.
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I'll stay here for two nights. There is a small cafe at the visitor centre. Phone reception is poor.

Next to the nice and popular pool is a temporary kitchen that does basic meals for dinner. I had my favourite of barra and veggies.

Today's ride: 30 km (19 miles)
Total: 6,986 km (4,338 miles)

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