Back from the Grampians Peak Trail

We just got back from our hiking holiday and it was amazing. We spent 3 days hiking the northern end of the Grampians Peaks Trail, three nights in Hall's Gap and then four days hiking the central and southern end. The trail exceeded any expectations I had. Each day was varied terrain, from rock hopping on barren ridges

to wandering on sandy paths in almost rainforest.

There were cliffs, and ridges and mountains to climb.

The campsites were amazing - generally we were camped on wooden platforms with chains instead of tent pegs.

Each campsite had a composting dunny - not a stinky droploo! we didn't use them, but there were also USB charging ports at each site.

Each campsite also had either a shelter or a communal meeting place. On our first day on path we met Helen and Jo, two crazy hikers who have done a lot of interesting hikes and we were camped with them every night. they were the consummate hikers, and gave us so many ideas and inspirations, form future walks we might do to different ways you can eat. They were later joined by their friend Tracy, and two other guys were on the trail for just two nights. it was all a lot more chatty, friendly and communal than i was expecting.

The weather was perfect, with warm days and cozy chilly nights where the stars shone and the nearly full moon lit the way. Taking the time to watch the sun rise and set over the mountains was just magical.

All the camp spots were in beautiful places, from cliff edges, to spots with amazing views, but I think my favourite was our final one, on a meadow.

At the end of the hike my parents picked us up and drove us the four hours home! How nice is that - they decided to spend a couple of days in Halls gap and have a holiday of their own.

And now, as all these posts end, I am back home, with bags to unpack and washing to do. At least I've had a shower and washed my hair - after four days on the trail I must have smelt quite interesting.

There were many wonderful places on the hike to sit and read and knit, and I'll be back tomorrow to tell you about what I read and knit while I was away.

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