Having
done the short walks at Lake St. Clair this morning, we headed north
on what is described in a Hydro Tasmania brochure as the Highlands
Power Trail. As you would expect, there is plenty of hydro
infrastructure around.
We
are now camped at Penstock Lagoon, an idyllic spot which we have
completely to ourselves apart from the fishermen in their boats on
the lagoon. It's not surprising that we have it to ourselves. The
track in is a bit challenging. I managed to get the van stuck against
a tree and bent the rear bar on a rock which was just a touch too big
for the van to go over. All's well that ends well although we are yet
to get it out.
The
lagoon is no longer part of the hydro scheme. It now has a reputation
as a “fishing paradise”. There are plenty of fly fishermen but I
haven't seen any action yet.
The
lagoon formerly supplied the water to run the turbines at the now
decommissioned Waddamana Power Station. The power station is
completely intact and is now a museum – well worth a visit.
Heading
further north tomorrow We return to the mainland on Sunday night.
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