May 3, 2021
Day 82: Innisfail to Fishery Falls
Start: 7am
Distance: 70kms
Ride time: 4:03hrs
Average: 17km/hr
Max: 49km/hr
Finish: 1:15pm
The North and South Johnstone Rivers meet in the Innisfail township, dividing it into three sections.
It was very nice to be surrounded by rainforest for a short time instead of sugar cane.
I saw an Azure Kingfisher on the creek bank. They are a pretty blue colour.
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3 years ago
That's amazing! He's a lucky fellow to have two mountains named after him.
Cheers
Vince
3 years ago
At the 30km mark, I arrived in the town of Babinda. I turned off the highway for 7kms to visit the Babinda Boulders.
The place is known as Bunna Binda to the Wanyurr Yindji traditional custodians.
I had a swim for 20 minutes. The water was nice and cool.
I had fish about 5cm long, pecking gently at my feet. And I also had one fresh water crayfish, about 10cm long, crawl over my foot.
I think they were attracted to my pristine and clean smelling feet.
After my swim, I rode the 7kms back to the highway.
After about another 25kms, I arrived at Fishery Falls Holiday Park.
And then rode and walked the very steep track to Fishery Falls. It's only 1.3km from the park.
The water here was very clear too. I stood still in the deep water. Three fresh water crayfish crawled over and around my feet. It tickled a little.
Maybe I need to clean my feet more?
It was made by the Olive-backed Sunbird. The bird isn't currently using the nest.
Today's ride: 70 km (43 miles)
Total: 3,858 km (2,396 miles)
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3 years ago
Thank you. I also enjoy your journal. I'm excited for when I get to the Great Ocean Road thanks to your wonderful photos.
Cheers
Vince
3 years ago