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New Bridge over the Murray River on the Bibbulmun Track

Dookanelly to Possum Springs

Bibbulmun Track

Start

Dookanelly

Time

5-8 Hours

Finish

Possum Springs

Date Hiked

5th June 2018

Length

22.7km

Campsite Style

Nornalup

Elevation

455m

Traditional Custodians

Wiilman People

The Hike - With severe weather warnings in place for overnight and leading into the day, I was surprised to wake up at dawn and find a calm Dookanelly Campsite in front of me. I'd only woken during the night to answer nature's call and again when something had hit the water tank. With conditions fine for hiking and only light drizzle around, Aron and I made the decision over brews and breakfast to continue on as planned. Before we left the weather forecast was showing 20-40mm of rain expected but you don't go hiking expecting perfect weather so we were mentally prepared. Someone had left a small pack in the shelter when we arrived at Dookanelly filled with lots of first aid gear, buckles, a blanket and a rain jacket. Having left the bag mostly unopened overnight just in case someone returned, the rain jacket had been used by everyone during the night to venture outside and we all agreed it was a useful addition.