PORT HEDLAND - WEST PEAWAH RIVER

SALT DUNES ON THE WAY
INTO PORT HEDLAND

SUNDAY 15.09.2013: Onward to Port Hedland and after a scenic drive restocked our supplies. Port Hedland is the second largest town in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, with a population of approximately 14,000, including the satellite town of South Hedland, 18 km away. It is also the site of the highest tonnage port in Australia. Port Hedland has a natural deep anchorage harbour which, as well as being the main fuel and container reception point for the region, was seen as perfect for shipment of the iron ore being mined in the ranges located inland from the town. The ore is moved by railway lines from four major iron ore deposits to the east and south of Port Hedland area - very much a mining town. Had planned to stay at Port Hedland, but the only "dog friendly" accommodation was camping at the golf course for $25.00 per night.

AGAIN, WE PASSED INTERESTING
ROCK FORMATIONS

MINER'S TRIBUTE!

Just before reaching Port Hedland we passed a field of termite hills, with most of them sporting miner's hats.

It is amazing how many lone cyclists we have seen on the road since we began the trip - the distances are long enough when driven. Today we passed a lad walking to raise money for cancer research. Spent the night at the West Peawah River Rest Area of Port Hedland.


WEST PEAWAH RIVER
ONE WOULD SUGGEST THE TIDE IS OUT!