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Once you arrive at the end of the road, the last hurdle in your journey to the tip
“After taking the ever-important
photo with the sign, we noticed the
abundance of oysters on the rocks,
most had already been cracked and
eaten, but we managed to smash open a
few and enjoyed a couple of drinks and
oysters on the tip of Australia.”
PHOTO CREDIT: Tropical North Queensland
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is a trek over the rocky bluff, then it’s down to the famous sign declaring you at
the most northern point of the Australian continent. That’s when you’ve finally
made it! After taking the ever-important photo with the sign, we noticed the
abundance of oysters on the rocks, most had already been cracked and eaten, but
we managed to smash open a few and enjoyed a couple of drinks and oysters on
the tip of Australia.
After reaching the tip we of course, had to turn around and start the long trip
home, however that was not the end of our adventures. South of the Jardine River
Ferry, we re-joined the Old Telegraph Track via a bypass which brought us onto
the track near Sam’s Creek, where we once again set up camp for a few days.
This was by far my favourite place on the trip, but most people would pass by
without seeing its true beauty. A rugged-looking creek crossing is what you can
see from your car as you pass through it. While that sight is pretty, its similar to
many other crossings along the way. But thanks to a little bit of local knowledge
we followed a small bush track through the scrub until we found what is known
as the Hidden Waterfall. The secluded swimming pool under a small waterfall has
crystal clear water and high walls providing plenty of shade. The thigh-high water
was perfect to sit in with a few drinks and the falls provided a natural shower
From our camp at Sam’s Creek, we used quad bikes to venture to other crossings
along the track, including Mistake Creek, Cannibal Creek and Nolan’s Brook.
Each just as pretty as the next but take serious four-wheel-drive action to cross
in cars.
We also took a day trip from our camp to visit Elliot and twin Falls. More
beautiful waterfalls and natural pools that you could just spend days in relaxing
and soaking up the sun.
Sam’s Creek was the last spot on our two-week trip and I would recommend
taking that long to ensure you see everything. A 10-hour trek home, but it was
well worth it to discover the hidden treasures amongst the rough outback of Cape
York Peninsula