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A “BEAUTIFUL” DAY
In typical Ian fashion, I had ideas where I might go but left it till the morning before I was convinced it would be Barren Ground. Despite its unattractive name there was a promise of wildflowers. I’d bypassed it on a previous trip but its curious name lured me in.
I’d zig-zagged up the Jamberoo Mountain Road the day before but I still managed to marginally overshoot the turn off. Alighting at the carpark I could see I wouldn’t be alone, but you certainly wouldn’t call it crowded.
I chose the Griffith Trail, apparently it’s rated number #30 on N.S.W. top 60 day walks. Tasmania really started something all those years ago when they came out with their top 60 brochure, stealing a march on other states. I was so pleased when I cracked 40 of them but N.S.W.’s had escaped me then and continues to do so. I have no idea where the rating on the sign came from.
The trail has a feature, a natural stone bridge. That conjured up all sorts of images in my brain but I wondered if the 8kms would push my dodgy knees to the limit. Nothing ventured…….
There was an expectation of wildflowers. It had said on sites that I’d checked that now was a prime time. They weren’t immediately apparent but when I came across the first batch it was merely a prelude. Soon they were in abundance, at times the best displays I’d ever seen. Violet, yellow and white were in profusion, scattered all along the edge of the track.

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"The staff were delightful. The room was fresh and clean. I would have appreciated a chair in the room. Also would have liked some tissues. "

Jamberoo Pub & Saleyard Motel

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"Enjoyable stay. We had a ground floor room so it was very convenient. The room was spacious and had everything that is needed for a stay. The bed was really comfortable with nice linen and extra blankets were available. There were two pillows per person. The light was bright and there were bedside lights as well.Large desk and a table with chairs were nice to have.The bathroom was large and the water pressure was very good. Would recommend that accommodation to others. The outside is magical at night. We had our evening meals in the pub and they were delicious. It was lovely to chat with Ross and learn more about the Warren family."

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Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Minnamurra Rainforest Centre during your travels in Jamberoo. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

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Barren Grounds Nature Reserve is located in an area that travellers like for its beaches. You'll find 29 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

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The Lodge Jamberoo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Barren Grounds Nature Reserve. Other good options within 5 miles include Jamberoo Pub & Saleyard Motel and The Drawing Rooms of Berry.

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Enjoy the outdoors at Minnamurra Rainforest Entrance, Budderoo National Park or Rodway Nature Reserve. Minnamurra Rainforest Centre, Minnamurra Falls and Carrington Falls are beautiful places to appreciate nature. A visit to Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk is worth the trip when you're visiting.

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