Crossing the Pentecost to Home Valley Station
We awoke with both excitement and nerves about the morning crossing of the Pentecost River, a further
25kms along the Gibb River Road. There had been much chatter about the crossing
in the campground with 17 vehicles requiring rescuing 2 days prior. The news
was a truck had gone across and got stuck and then dug a big hole while
attempting to get out. Most vans were then getting stuck in the hole. As the
river is known for its saltwater croc sightings, we weren’t too keen on getting
stuck. Anyway to our good fortune, locals informed us that the river had been
rolled with machinery the day before – and we cruised over with no issues –
phew. We also crossed at relatively low tide so the water level was only about
30-40 cm.
After a few celebratory photos on
the banks of the river we headed for Home Valley Station – only another 10km up
the Gibb. We unlocked the beautiful station entrance gates and were greeted
with sprinklers, green grass, a beautiful open bar/restaurant with big fans and
a swimming pool. We spent a lovely relaxing afternoon chatting and sharing
happy hour with some Sydney siders from the Hills District.
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