Bedourie

18 – 20 September 2023

We moved on from Cuttaburra Crossing, travelling north to Bedourie. As with all our journeys there were a few stops to try to photograph birds, including the Flock bronzewings south of King Creek. This time Mick was able to get a couple of shots even though it was the middle of the day and the light was very harsh.

Along the way we stopped at another Eyre Creek crossing - this one on Glengyle Station - that was teeming with birds. We weren't the only ones who stood in the middle of the bridge with cameras trained on the creek.

We continued on to Bedourie and set up at the council run campground. Once we were settled and had finished lunch we wandered up to the Visitor Information Centre to pay our camp fees. We also obtained a swipe card to access the swimming pool and artesian spa.

Once again the temperature reached the high 30’s and we felt a swim would be beneficial. We walked next door to the pool and were pleasantly surprised to find a large swimming pool, with a shade structure overhead, and a smaller artesian pool. We found the artesian water a bit too hot, but we did spend quite a bit of time in the swimming pool, floating around on the pool noodles that are thoughtfully provided. We were the only ones there on the first visit, and on each subsequent visit, there were only a couple of others enjoying the water. It was a fabulous way to spend some time, and to escape the heat. Access is $10 for up to four people, and is valid for as long as you are staying in Bedourie. What a great facility! Bedourie is a well maintained, very small town which is well worth a visit.

We ended up staying for two nights so Mick could revisit the creek and other birdy spots – and the proximity to the pool made it an easy decision. After a final morning at the creek, we packed up again and moved on towards Boulia. Mick was hoping to catch sight of the Letter-wing kite along the way, and we had a potential camp spot picked out.