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Light to Light

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6 August 2016 – 8 August 2016

Light to Light  is a 30km one way trail that hugs the coastline between historic Boyds Tower and Green Cape Lightstation in the Ben Boyd National Park, New South Wales, Australia.

Map
Light to Light trail map

This walk was almost like a miniature version of the Great Ocean Walk, with slightly less scenic views that was compensated by friendly neighbourhood wildlife.

Scenery
Scenery
A mob of kangaroos
A mob of kangaroos

The track was reasonably well marked except for the bit where it left Bittangabee Bay campground and heading towards the Green Cape Lightstation. We had to do a bit bush bashing to get back on to the right track.

My bushwalking buddy on Light to Light trail
My bushwalking buddy on Light to Light trail

The best way to meet the locals are during meal times.

Friendly wallaby at Saltwater Creek campsite where we stayed for first night
Friendly wallaby at Saltwater Creek campsite where we stayed the first night

Local wildlife seemed to be used to people.  At first they would observe and lurk in the background, but as soon as you showed them your intention to share food, they would come right up to you.

Over friendly wallaby wanted to know what's in the food bag
Over friendly wallaby wanted to know what’s in the food bag
Superb fairywrens
Superb fairywrens

These neighbourhood animals were easily satisfied – be that some jerky or a pack of instant noodles.

An sneaky possum at Bittangabee campsite where we spent the second night
An sneaky possum at Bittangabee campsite where we spent the second night

If you love nature and wildlife, Ben Boyd National Park would be a good place to visit.