So, we knew about this place before we left, but we still weren't convinced that we'd definitely go there. It was on the itinerary but it was probably a 'negotiable' destination as we figured we might be tight for time in the 5th week of our travels. We had, however, done more k's the day before so we thought it was worth the detour off the main track - and well, it was well worth the visit.
But before we got to Lake Argyle, we stopped in Kunanurra....
And hello Icebreak!!!!! Oh how we'd missed you!! The first one in a LONG time - we hadn't spotted any others in WA!!
The amount of water flowing through the causeway was incredible! Should have been a sign of things to come but I still don't think we were prepared for how big this man made dam really is! We went for a sunset cruise later in the day - if you're ever in the region it's a must do!
The dam wall, pretty small really in comparison to other dams and how big this one really is. I wish I had an aerial shot - but this place is massive! They dammed off part of the Ord River - if you know where the Argyle Diamond mine is you can see it from the dam. The thing is so huge though that in the middle of it, you can't see the other end - the horizon gets in the way!
We ducked into Crocodile Cove for a quick look - Freshies, so they're harmless!
Nick was as little jealous of the GPS on board the boat - big flat screen TV that folded down from the roof!
Beautiful sunset!
We camped the night at the Lake Argyle Caravan Park. Well worth it. Pretty amazing pool too right on the edge of a cliff!
The Wrap Up:
Glad we had: The fore site to book a spot on the cruise early in the day. We were lucky to get a spot apparently!
Wish we had: Booked even earlier, then we could have hopped on a sea plane and had a look at the Bungle Bungle Ranges. Never mind, next time!
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