NSW Day 2 Bald Rock National Park

 NSW Day 2 Friday 15th October, 2021

The day started with thunder, lightning and rain. The initial forecast had it clearing by 7am but the morning forecast had pushed it out to 11am.

So I repacked, had some breakfast, Michael had work to do so we decided to leave at 11am.

I sat on Michael's verandah watching the storm clouds come over and basking in the sunshine when it came. The wind was cold but on the eastern verandah it was blocked by the house. I'm sure I dozed for a while.

At 11 we jumped in my car and headed out to Bald Rock National Park. Belinda had booked me a campsite for the night. Normally on the drive in you don't see the rock but a bushfire has thinned the canopy and you get glimpses on the way in.

Spot away from most trees

There were plenty of campsites all large enough for me and my tent. But with the wind blowing at gale force I was wary of the sites that had trees overhanging. In the end I moved to a large site and set up in the middle of the parking area.

It's funny watching someone you only met yesterday driving away in your car. I suppose it's funny offering a bed and meal to strange hobos as well. I'm very grateful to the people who work the trail.

It was a pleasant camp spot that was protected from the major wind gusts by the rock. I spent the afternoon climbing up and walking some of the other trails. Didn't stay long at the very top as the wind was to strong. Mapped a path back to Queensland from here if I need it.

Going up the rock

I used the BBQ to heat my tuna wraps I had for afternoon tea.

In the end there were 4 sites taken for the night. I spoke to no one and went to bed on dark. It was cold and the sleeping bag was the best spot.

Looking across the summit

I couldn't kick it down

Path down

Mind your head

I hope it stays up for a few more seconds

Hot wraps are better than cold ones