Day 3 July 22 section 8 Serpentine Gorge to Counts Point to Charlie's Camp Site

A Walk Between Camps

“Rise and shine” was our 6.15am call for a challenging day ahead.  It was time to pack up Nick’s Camp and head for Serpentine Gorge.  From the carpark, we took a short diversion along a rocky creek bed lined with Red River gumsto the shady Serpentine Gorge waterhole. A good place for a snack and photos.

Soon after, the Trail took us up the steep rocky climb that wasthe flank of Heavitree Range.  It was tough going, often withstone steps, great to have the walking sticks.  Our reward wasthe highlight of the day – a 3.5 kilometre walk along the crest of the high ridge with an additional spur track to Counts Point.From here we could see Mount Sonder – our next challenge!  This view has been described as one of the most enthralling vistas on the entire Trail with spectacular views of the surrounding ridgelines and peaks.

After lunch we made the descent and turned off the main Trail to head for Charlie’s Camp – our new home for the next three days.

The total walk was 15 kilometres over very stony trails with steep climbs and descents – the guides believed it to be the most difficult day of the entire 6 days.  

Janet

Kerry & Neil set up for 3 more nights sleeping out under a starry sky and the Milky Way.....