We walked the length of the Molonglo Gorge via the foot track to Blue Tiles and continued along the River Road fire trail for a few more kilometres for lunch and then returned along the lower path along the water's edge.
Setting off - 21 enthusiastic walkers
Spring wildflowers- a native pea
Climbing the high path above the gorge.
Lots of talent with experts on local flower and fauna
Daisies bordered the path like a wedding trail.
Gorgeous colour and variety.
Rocky paths
Native lilies
Everlastings
Morning break by the river
Wombat prints
An echidna in defence mode, protecting itself by burrowing and only exposing its spiky exterior.
Native geraniums
Kangaroo paw prints, left in the clay after rain
The ruins of the Coppins homestead. We reflected on how hard and lonely life would have been for early settlers in this area.
Gum blossoms
Some of the walk was on fire trails.
Bush tracks
Canberra bluebell emblem
Then the rain set in....
Returning along the path
Views of the gorge
Last stretch along the gorge on slippery stones and uneven path.
Another interesting and enjoyable walk with some challenging ascents and fascinating wildflowers.
M&M
