After such a beautiful day prior, our first day at Carnarvon Gorge was greeted with less than ideal weather.
A persistent drizzle threatened to dampen our spirits, but undeterred, we decided to venture out to explore some of the more accessible sights. First on our list was the Rock Pool, a serene spot even under grey skies. The stepping stones leading across the creek seemed less inviting slick with rain, but we managed to navigate across without incident.
The pool itself, nestled beneath a large boulder, offered a moment of tranquility, reflecting the muted tones of the overcast day.
From there, we decided to visit Boolimba Bluff and Boolan Cave. The sheer scale of the sandstone cliffs was impressive, even obscured somewhat by the low cloud cover.
At Boolan Cave, we were fortunate enough to see our first examples of Aboriginal rock art in the area. The ochre hand stencils, painted high up on the rock face, are evocative reminders of the region's rich cultural heritage.
These ancient artworks provided a humbling connection to the past. It's hard to imagine creating this art with our knees so sore.
The rain continued throughout the day, creating a unique atmosphere as we moved from place to place. We even got to see a flooded creek crossing.
Whilst the weather may have altered our plans, it certainly didn't diminish our sense of wonder.
