Aug 2018
We drive north through picturesque farmlets to Byfield National Park. We were introduced to this lesser known park a few years ago by friends. Today we’re returning to have lunch at the Byfield General Store. But first we visit Water Park Camp Ground. We cross a small ford with a delicate waterfall enhanced by reflections. There are signs warning of the possibility of crocodiles in the area. We find only three camps occupied in this utterly peaceful spot.
At Byfield township the aroma of lunch greets us as we climb the broad wooden steps. We sit on the deck with a drink, a burger and an ‘All Day’ breakfast. Tall gums tower above us, there are palms and the birds of the bush. One could very easily lose an afternoon here and it’s only 40kms back to Yeppoon when we feel the need to return to the world.
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I’ve never been to Byfield, because it’s not on a loop from the highway. Most go there soon.
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There are some lovely campgrounds there.
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You can’t beat an all day breakfast
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You know I can’t face bacon and eggs at breakfast but lunch is another story.
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We often have brunch 🙂
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I didn’t realize there was a town. We’ve traveled on the Byfield Track though, being very careful, unlike others who knew the track well and confidently shot through water crossings.
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Very small town but big enough for a school and of course the store.
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Have realized since I replied that I’ve been thinking of the Borefield Track up to Cooktown, not even Byfield at all. What a dope I am. 🙂
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Or is that Bloomfield? I wouldn’t worry sometimes it gets awfully confusing.
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Crocodiles?
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The blighters are everywhere on the northern tropical coast. The experts say they are moving south with the global warming but I was surprised to see the sign at Byfield.
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blighters?
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Sorry…annoying nuisances. Although that sounds a little tame for man eating creatures.
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haha yes!
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