2022.05 - Sunset at Castle Rock
Xander & Leanne enjoy an evening walk in the Porungurups
In May 2022, Leanne and I celebrated our wedding anniversary with a weekend in the Porongurup region of WA.
Most of the weekend was spent sheltering from severe weather in our cosy accommodation, so when we finally set out for Castle Rock we parked as far away from potentially hazardous trees as possible.
Filled with energy, I immediately started playing on the big Karri logs.
Which made me thirsty…
Once the climb began, I was struck by the meticulous stonework that dominated the trail.
The damp conditions rewarded us with lots of beautiful fungi.
We paused for a photo at the Karri Lookout.
From there we covered the more technical scramble & ladder climb to the summit.
Where we found the “big moment” was blocked by another peak…
Undeterred we took in the views before beginning the descent.
On the way back down I especially enjoyed the lichen.
As well as the changing views.
Even without the sunset shot we hoped for it was a beautiful walk that rewarded us for seizing the moment!
