Umpherston sinkhole was once a cave formed through the dissolution of limestone. The sinkhole was created as a result of the roof of the chamber falling to the floor of the cave, creating the perfect environment for its sunken garden. Umpherston sinkhole is open both day and night with its beautiful terraced gardens and exciting at night, when the resident possums venture out to feed in the floodlit gardens.
The Blue Lake is the city's water supply containing 36,000 million litres and a average depth of 70 metres. It is world famous for its annual colour change from a steel grey in winter to a brilliant turquoise blue in summer. Their is scenic lookouts along the 3.6 km road that surrounds it and a walking trail that circumnavigates the rim of the crater. A thoroughly enjoyable day.
We went to Port Macdonnell. Lovely seaside town about 20 minutes from Mt Gambier. Mostly older houses, some being rebuilt on same block of land. Most blocks were only $70,000, and a really nice place to reside.
Hey Ma & Pa
ReplyDeleteDo you have photo's of the Upherston Sinkhole.
All well here, Cayleb back to school this week, he told me he knows everything soo doesnt need to go to school any more. I thought that he would at least wait until High school to pull that one!
Sounds like you've seen lots of sights and getting ready for the big trip further north.
Love Ya take care
Tan & Greg