Nariel Valley

From Colac Colac it is possible to drive across the mountains to Omeo. Initially this road meanders through the pretty Nariel Valley, criss crossing the Nariel Creek some six times. After that the road turns to gravel and is narrow and winding. Not recommended for anyone not prepared to take on a speeding logging truck... 

There are a series of geocaches along the valley before the road turns nasty. Each one is at a bridge crossing the creek. We spent a morning looking for them. We were successful with all but one as it required us to wade through very tall grass by the creek, which was just far too risky on a hot summer’s day. We did not need anyone with a snake bite all in the name of finding a 200ml Sistema container!

We drove to the furthest cache first, at Stacey’s Bridge. Lucky Stacey, she had not only a bridge named after her, but also a camping area and a picnic area. One each side of the road. We found the cache and enjoyed the creek area before setting back towards Colac Colac and the other five caches.

Each bridge gave us unique views. This is the same creek that flows past the caravan park. 

Another cute letter box…

Before heading back to the caravan park we went to nearby Cudgewa. 

We felt instantly at home at the footy oval. Go the mighty blues! Mind you, they probably won more games last season that their namesakes down Carlton way…

Love their fire pit too…

After lunch at the caravan, it was time to cool off in the creek again… With the demise of our lilo yesterday, the kids got busy engineering and moving rocks to alter the flow of the creek today.

Zac discovered Africa…

Gemma enjoyed the swing after her swim.

Ethan found the need to wear a helmet when handling the chickens. You never can be too careful.

We did an evening bike ride, but it was almost too hot still, so it was a short one!