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| The Brunswick River |
This time we were invited by Lisa and Darren to join them on a one day adventure that would include paddling and cycling. Destination Brunswick Heads and Mullumbimby with the river for paddling and country roads for cycling in-between.
We dropped the bikes at Brunswick Heads (Brunswick River) boat ramp and started our kayak at Mullumbimby boat ramp at around 11:30.
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| Boat ramp at Mullumbimby |
The trip was planned perfectly with the tide just having turned in our favour. The river meanders through the nice backcountry and we came across a number of beautiful spots beside the river where landowners have built idyllic weekend retreats.
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| Old railway bridge |
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| Relaxing paddling |
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| I could live here |
Apart from the occasional fishing boat and a couple of other kayakers we were the only ones on the river. I disappointed everyone by not falling out of the kayak, and even surviving the trip without major cramps. Although I was happy to get out of the boat at our destination. Another uplifting fact was that our bikes were still where we left them, otherwise, it would have been a long hike back.
Working up an appetite, we had awesome fish and chips in Brunswick Heads, before heading towards Mullumbimby on our bikes through the back roads.
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| Lunch spot |
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| Awesome scenery |
The back roads were very quiet with a couple of steep pinches. Once you cross the highway there is a couple of kilometres of gravel road, but otherwise, it is all sealed.
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| Bit of gravel road |
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| Stopping to take in the views |
We couldn't believe our eyes, when we came across a driveway that was lined with old sets of snow skis and ski resort signs (don't want to know how these were obtained). There was even a sign from Hakuba, our last ski holiday.
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| What a collection |
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| Brings back memories |
From here on it was all downhill to Mullumbimby. This only left us with a short drive back to Brunswick Heads to pick up our Kayaks. And yes, they were still there along with our paddles and other gear (not that I am a mistrusting person).
It was a fantastic day with great friends and we are already looking forward to the next outing.
Length of trip
13.7km return approx.
Time
5 hours, including short morning tea and lunch.
Best Time to do
Any time of year. Could go swimming in warmer months.
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