30 March 2022 - 1 April 2022
We set off from Hattah-Kulkyne National Park after lunch and stopped briefly in Mildura to pick up some supplies. From there we headed west to Lake Cullulleraine. There are two lakeside caravan parks and the one we chose had lots of green grass and large sites. We were allocated one right on the lake with trees providing some shade. It was such a relaxing and peaceful spot we decided to make it two nights.
The wind picked up overnight and our tranquil setting was transformed as clouds of dust (topsoil from the nearby agricultural area) surrounded us and settled on everything, including inside the tent. We had seen signs coming along the highway, warning about dust storms, but hadn't registered that this could happen with the stronger winds forecast. Consequently we did spend a lot of time inside and only ventured out when the wind died down a bit, and to eat. Mick was happy editing photos anyway so it didn't really matter. Had the weather been better we might have gone for one of the lakeside walks.
Despite the dust and wind, Lake Cullulleraine is a nice spot, and one that looks like it is popular on weekends and holidays. We were headed for Berri in South Australia next, so packed up on Friday morning and set off.
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