The mighty Cruiser worked hard these past few days.

There’s an oasis or two on the long tough road. They attract travellers from the north and the south. I speak of Fruit Bat Falls, which is accessible from the “good” road (that means more visitors) and Eliot/Twin Falls, which is nearby but much harder to reach.

We put the kayak in at Fruit Bat Falls. This place is straight off a post card. Just amazingly clear water. Refreshing, but not cold. No crocs here – there are none at any of the creeks along the Tele Track. What a welcome relief from staring at gorgeous beaches and not being able to swim.

Fruit Bat Falls

The boys put the kayak in and tried to head upstream to see what was around the bend. But it was too shallow, so they headed downstream to Eliot Falls while I drove the car, negotiating the deepest ford of the trip (head light high) with the help of one of the many fellow travellers.

Eliot Creek

I hear there was a wee bit of portaging before arriving downstream at Eliot Falls. I enjoyed a swim or two here. It was another sensational spot to spend some time and wonder if you really are such a long way from anywhere.

Eliot Falls with the boys arriving at the top of the falls

And below is the spot that I spent some time cooling off. Life was tough today.

Twin Falls