We chose the Big Bend Lookout at Nildottie as our camping spot for the night. We picked this location because of its elevation and the fantastic views of the Murray River Cliffs. When we arrived, the wind blew at over 20 to 25 knots, and the caravan rocked when the strong gusts came through. Despite that, we didn’t mind; the views were worth it.
We awoke to a 2:30 a.m. alarm because we didn’t want to miss the blood moon. The wind had abated, and it was a terrific sight. When we peered into the sky, the blood moon resembled a 3D image. It was worth the wakeup call in the early morning hours.
The following day, we arrived in Waikerie and discovered a free RV camp next to the beautifully painted silos on the banks of the Murray River. It was a fantastic camping spot with plenty of walking activities to keep us occupied. Next to the RV Park is a coffee Shop selling gourmet foods. The coffee tasted so good that we bought a bag of locally made salami and pepperoni, both gluten- and dairy-free.
We enjoyed a cliff walk by the river! The views from the lookout were stunning. We also stopped at the Simpson-Worthington Engine, a magnificent piece of equipment. Learning about its history was fascinating! This fantastic old pump can pump 500,000 gallons an hour. There are many beautiful murals to admire as well. Don’t forget the mural wall at Woolworths.
Blood Moon information: Why is the moon a blood red colour?
As for the moon’s reddish colour, this phenomenon occurs when Earth blocks direct sunlight. Only the light refracted through Earth’s atmosphere reaches the lunar surface, giving it a reddish hue. This effect, known as Rayleigh scattering, causes blue light to scatter more than other colours. It’s similar to how sunrises and sunsets appear more orange during the day.
