Visiting Lake Eyre in flood

18 Dec 2024

Members of Forster Shores Combined Probus recently visited Lake Eyre, flying over the lake as it filled from rains in the north.

The organiser, Robert, mentioned that it is a very rare event to see the lake in flood, perhaps a once in a lifetime opportunity, so it couldn’t be missed.

After flying to Adelaide, the group hit the road to the outback town of Marree, and then to the Oodnadatta Track along dreadful road conditions for their two flights from William Creek over the lake. Lake Eyre, the largest lake in Australia is often a dry salt bed so it was a magnificent sight to see.

Following their visit to the lake, the group stayed in Coober Pedy and searched for opals in what is known as the opal capital of the world.

Their final stay was an interesting visit to Woomera with its history reflected in the museums and outdoor displays.

It was then time to head back home, and all agreed that it was a once in a lifetime experience in many ways.