Ravenshoe the tallest town in Queensland

You know you are on an outback road when the trucks get longer and the road gets narrower.  These road rains are a common sight and it is best to move right off the road to allow them to pass. We camped in such a remote area even the GPS got confused. There is nothing out here but red dust, gazillions of anthills, (Richo calls 'em sand dunes) empty creeks, dams and water holes. Some farms are so heavily stocked in this drought I really don't know what the cattle eat. Erosion everywhere where cattle criss cross the terrain in search for food and water. Some places are just bare dirt with rock piles and the cattle freely roaming the road, there is ample evidence of vehicles connecting with wild life and stock. The shop keeper at Bluewater Springs said they have had no rain in 2 years.  The pretty spring fed creek has since dried up and they are nearly out of water for personal use. We spent some money in her shop, we try to patronise people who are supplying a service to the public in less than ideal circumstances. She is the only shop for over 100kms, she was friendly, upbeat and helpful.

We had already driven out of our way to visit the last roadhouse. We didn't need anything, just to buy something and support the local community. There were signs everywhere, "no Dogs", "pay for fuel first!!!" "Don't leave your manners in the car " on the front door etc etc. We found the signage obnoxious and offensive. Most travellers are polite, respectful  and well behaved, to be welcomed with such "greetings" would surely put them off too. We turned around and walked out without spending a cent.

Millstream Falls are the Widest single fall waterfalls in Australia, a steep well made path to the Falls from the car park stopped me from being able to enjoy the view. 370m of steep winding bitumen pathway stood between me and the falls. I headed off on my knee scooter full of confidence and before halfway I realised I wouldn't get back so I turned around and made a difficult ascent back to the car and sent Richo on with the camera. Such a shame because I have made it a bit of a hobby to see the biggest, longest, tallest or best of its kind landmarks whether it be natural or manmade.

We headed up the highest Road in  Queensland  to the Highest Pub, bought a loaf of bread at the highest bakery and suspect we used the highest public toilet too! The country side here is rich red soil, steep hills, fat cattle and potatoes being harvested as we drove between the farms. The scenery was so different to the coast and air was much cooler. For the first time in more than 2 weeks we broke out our jumpers. We camped on a little used developmental road after a BBQ tea of steak, eggs, basil stuffed mushrooms( which reminds me I must show you guys that recipe) salad and garlic bread. The dogs had BBQ lamb chops and have been in a coma ever since. Long walks, full bellies and mountain air will do that to them every time.