Pages Pinnacle Numinbah Valley, Queensland, Australia
By Herbz on 20-Sep-09. Waypoint GC1YYJ2

We can honestly say this was one of the best hikes we have done so far. Done with Baby WhiteFluffySocks in tow (our 1 year old daughter). Mummy takes her up and daddy brings her down. The absolutely beautiful views were so worth the rock scrambles/climbs/Razor edges.We originally thought we have completed Pages Pinnacle after reaching the end of the first Razor back. However this geocache made us realise that was still more left to explore. Thank you so much for this Cache

What a cracking day for an amazing hike with a friend- lucky she was here to help spot tftc

Scratching around for a bit but bigger box than I imagine

Was a bit of a scramble getting over to the cache but man what a view! It did take me a while of searching before the cache was in hand but I was looking in the wrong spot. TFTC

Great spot! Beautiful walk, thanks for the cache

Today, I joined a few friends with an early hike to Pages Pinnacle. We departed from Neranwood Park to take the steep ascent, and then had an adventurous climb along the razorback before getting treated to great views at that local summit. Following the walk, I took a drive along Mount Nimmel Road, and then walked up further fire tracks whilst finding the *Austin Powers* series. Mudgeeraba Creek rock pool certainly appeared to be enticing to make a dip, as there were a few people about.
It was then a drive along/through Upper Mudgeeraba, and then along a few scenic routes that traversed Advancetown Lake / Hinze Dam. I did pop into Hinze Dam and completed the [Hinze Dam Walk](https://labs.geocaching.com/goto/92f34238-e46a-4fb5-8b34-2d6c632e5b83
) Adventure Lab. A few final stops were made in Mount Nathan, before heading home for the day.

We set out on this walk departing from the trailhead just after 05:30 hr. We ended up walking a total distance of 9.8 km across an elevation of 409 m, with a moving time of 2:30 hr. Despite that, we ended up getting back to our cars just after 3:45 hr, so it was a decent 3-3/4 hr walk, as per my [Strava record](https://www.strava.com/activities/8178198792).

This was an awesome hike that I really enjoyed. We came in from the Nerangwood side than the shorter side (creek side?), as my friends had arranged the hike, and they wanted fitness/distance, so it just meant getting to Pages Pinnacle was more of an adventure. For the most part, it was fairly easy going along fire tracks, although there was some significant steepness at the start of the hike (and interestingly, that initial elevation was higher than infamous Pages Pinnacle, but it seemed to be less fulfilling due to the lack of views at that summit, and without any formal name, I guess it doesn't really count). We soon arrived at the razorback section, and I really enjoyed climbing along that! Some real adventure, and although I wouldn't say it was sketchy/gnarly, there were a couple of tough parts, which meant the mental game took over more than it normally would. A couple of friends opted to walk around the base of that razorback, when we then walked the remaining distance to Pages Pinnacle together.

We initially walked past the cairn/summit, as that didn't seem to be too much of a feature, and walked to the end of the path where there was a small view of the lake below. I actually think there were better views along the final ridge/razorback before walking through that the final trees summit, but we still enjoyed a brief rest and a pre-lunch bite at this spot. Upon our walk back, I managed to convince my muggle friends to make a stop whilst I grabbed this geocache, and within a couple of minutes, I found the cache nicely hidden away. The cache container and logbook were in good shape. It was then a few minutes of showing them the logbook and geocaching instruction page, whilst I also managed to note down another Herbz Challenge clue. Thanks Herbz for the cache placement and ongoing maintenance. A Favourite Point!

Finally found it. Very cool case. Left a trackable.

I had a wonderful morning walking up to this one with friends. The ascent really got the heart pumping but the escarpment did too! I should have expected there is always a way round for those less keen on heights.

We took one of those options on the way back from the edge. So, I can honestly say that there is a very safe way to the Northern end if anyone needs it!

The view from the end was fantastic. So we took the time to enjoy our cup-a-soup and bask in the sunshine. This is a great little walk and I thoroughly recommend it.

TFTC Herbz! I made sure I took note of the clue for Herbz Challenge.

Had a great time this morning making my way to the summit to find this cache. It was rather busy on the mountain with lots of people training for the Gold coast kakoda event coming up. So I had to be careful not to get spotted accessing the cache. I managed to find the cache fairly easily. I placed a couple of rifle bullet casings in it that were found close by to the cache. Just a quick history Lesson, this area had been used for military training in the past & the summit is littered with rifle casings if you have the patience to look.
TFTC

Don't slip

Took me a while but worth it, thanks!

On our way with a cute lil butterfly stamp to the hand. TFTC

24/4/21 Find #4753

The main plan of the day today was to finally conquer Page’s Pinnacle, so at crazy-o’clock this morning, Pprime and I set off from Fangsoki’s and headed to pick up oz_bean_counter and peanut209 and grab some coffee before making our way down here to meet up with Captain Terror, Mr and Mrs Herbz, and their muggle friend Miyuki.
Having arrived a little early, we grabbed the carpark cache and then tottered off for one more for oz_bean_counter and peanut209 before heading back to the carpark where Herbz and Miki had just arrived.
A short while later, introductions were done and Captain Terror arrived to join us. Then it was time to set off.
We thought we were moving at a pretty good pace until we began to get overtaken by other hikers, obviously considerably fitter than our group. But Herbz had a plan. We would take a little shortcut he had heard of.
Shortcut.
Yes.
Or rather... no. We headed around for a bit and discovered we weren’t really going in the direction we had wanted to, so half the group turned around and headed back along the track while the other half decided to stampede through the bush to find their way back to the main track.
Back on the main track we continued the up journey - every time we though we were getting to the top we’d see a little more up.
But then we found the “right” shortcut and made our way around it to come out right by the start of the Razorback.
Our little group conquered the Razorback quite well, enjoying some of the fantastic views along the way, and were soon arriving at GZ, where only seconds before, poor peanut209 suffered the infliction of a stick in her eye. However once at GZ you couldn’t hold her back. While her mother was fruitlessly searching for the cache, one eyed peanut209 spied it right behind her, and pulled it out victoriously.
With log signing duties done, and all explained to Miyuki, we replaced the cache and took some time to enjoy the views, while Mr Herbz and Captain Terror decided to let the drones fly for a little. Once the boys had finished playing, it was time to head back!
This was a fantastic adventure, full of banter, laughs and camaraderie the entire way.
And with the morning adventure done, it was time to say farewell to Herbz and Miki, and head off for some further adventures with the rest of the group.
Thanks for the cache Herbz.

Such an amazing place, so happy to return again with different grouo of friends. TB drop

Third cache of the day - and the target cache of the day! I was delighted my almost 12 year old chose to join me. These days, she doesn't think Mum is "cool", and prefers to hang out with her friends or her Aunties... all of which are apparently way cooler, smarter and better company than me. It was a great time with family and friends - made all the better by being joined by the CO, and by the absolutely fabulous weather.

I was nervous doing this cache. In my mind, I'd made it much worse than it really was. Was great to get to the other side of the razorback without pausing or needing a rope - that wasn't scary, it was fun and beautiful. And did I mention the views???

Arriving at the first (false) peak, and then picking our way along the rest of the RIDGE****, the views of Hinz dam were fantastic. Once at GZ, Captain Thomas knocked on the ammo can. Ahh, I love that sound. So I relocated, but couldn't see it. Apparently the geokid, peanut209, grew frustrated at my apparent lack of ability to find caches, and look cool, and dragged the ammo can from its hiding place. Oh there it is!

Log signing duties completed, and muggle conversion initiated, it was time to enjoy the pinnacle and launch the techno birds. All up a really fabulous walk and I'm soooo happy I get to tick off another cache from my wish list.

FP for this one!

*** A note to interested readers. According to wikipedia, the fountain of all knowledge, a ridge is defined as "a geographical feature consisting of a chain of mountains or hills that form a continuous elevated crest for some distance. The sides of the ridge slope away from narrow top on either side". The "continuous elevated crest" infers there is no significant drop in elevation. I find this rather fascinating. (Greetings to you, Pprime!)

Checked in on this cache today as we were passing,all good here.

Didn’t make it too the top will get you next time

Epic adventure! Love this sort of terrain. Fav point from me

Found today celebrating Firehock1995’s 26th Birthday!! Awesome hike and perfect weather. Thanks Herbz, your caches always provide!

Hot diggity dog dayum what a hectic cache.
Quite the climb! Awesome day!

Awesome views!!! TFTC

Thank you for the geocache

Nice little spot on PP to end a day

Found 02 Aug 20.

16.11.2020 - I don't know who I missed logging this one - it was such a memorable journey! I think the walk TO and FROM the razorback section was the worst for me with my dicky knee. Although certainly more mentally challenging, the razorback sections were more slow and steady, and I knew the company would keep me safe.

Would I do it again? Probably not. Would I recommend anyone else do it? Hell yes!! The views themselves are worth it - and the nice Ammo Can cache too, of course. And the sense of achievement.

Log signed and cache replaced as found on August 1, 2020. TFTC.

We had a great walk to Pages Pinnacles, overlooking the Hinze Dam on the Gold Coast hinterland. We walked about 8km. The first part was a steep climb. Then we came to the first razorback. This was scary, holding on for dear life. A few of us took the easier way for the second razorback. An amazing view along the way and at the end. So glad I did it but don’t think I would do it again!

Replaced with nice new ammo can.

It was an early start for me this morning, leaving home at 5:30 for an 8am meet up. Met the group at the car park and we headed off. The first section was not technically challenging as it was all fire road (apart from a very short detour into the bush as we took a premature turn). Once we found the core path then it was time for the fun to start. CO Herbz took the lead and hooked up a very handy rope to give us something secure to hold on to as we made our way across the razorback. Now this was the definition of a razor back. Did really want to look down either side, just tried to focus on looking forward! All of us scrambled across and then the few us now at the front were big and brave and awkwardly scrambled across the next razorback. Once we were over, the CO comes strolling beneath us! Should have taken his way!
With the scary part out of the way, we continued along the ridge admiring the impressive views all the way to the end. At the GZ we spread out and searched for the cache and came up trumps, but we signed the new, fresh log and it was placed in the replacement cache and rehidden.
We took in the views and had a well deserved snack at the end of the pinnacle before making our way back.
It was a great day out and very well worth the early morning wake up. A big thanks to Mr and Mrs Herbz for organising and leading the hike, very happy to give you favourite point. Tftc

This was my second visit here within a matter of weeks. On the previous occassion we managed to get as far as the razorback when nerves set in then a decision was made to come back again, this time with experienced people who could guide us safely. It being a weekday it was extremely quiet and apart from a few early morning risers we did have the whole place to ourselves but no one around to watch how to make the way across.
Oh what a difference a day makes, today with RoddyC we made an early morning start as to not hold up the rest of our group by just taking our time going up the fire trail then stopping at the base of where the rock scrambling begins. Now fully refreshed sitting on this massive seat ( fallen tree) that covers the whole path we could hear the familiar sounds of our geo friends approaching. After exchanging our pleasantries, it was time to conquer the fears and hopefully manage to get to the top of the pinnacle.
Lead by the calm and collected CO who kindly layed a rope across the nasty part, we started to make our way over. The first section is the hardest with a big flat slab and nothing to put your feet on unless of cause you have really long legs or are a grasshopper. The rope acted as a good security blanket and with encouragement and teamwork it gave us the confidence to not have to use it on the way back.
There was a constant flow of young people arriving, some making their way up with us but many bailing at the start of the razorback. The next skinny section was more difficult than the last but I just followed the movements of those ahead of me, mainly on my backside and only looking forward and definitely not downwards. Next was the straight down part where the CO kindly put another rope out for our safety. Once at the base it was an enjoyable walk up through a nicely well worned path to get us to GZ and the 360° views which were spectacular on this sunny clear day. The broken cache was finally discovered then a new one put in place before we all sat down for a well earned rest. After being refreshed and taking in the lovely views it was time for our journey back which was much quicker and seemed somewhat easier until I got to the final stage. Made the huge mistake by looking down the big drop on the main razorback when fear set in but thankfully Jan was near me to advise of where to put my feet then it was all good from then on. We all casually walked back down to the carpark chatting all the way and feeling very chuffed at what we had just achieved.
Special thanks goes to 'team' Herbz for their great assistance, patience and for allowing us to be included in this cache maintenance run. Overall a perfect morning adventure with an awesome group of geo friends.

TFTC Herbz and a well deserved favourite point.

Found August 1, 2020

This was an amazing adventure and it was wonderful to share this with lovely people who were very supportive and helpful to complete this, including the CO themselves. A message was sent out a little over a week ago if I was interested in doing this with a small group on a maintenance run with the CO. I didn’t really know much about the cache, but had a quick look at the description and thought why not. It looked interesting. Along with bennyboppers and mnance101 we left at 6,30am and met up with Herbz and one other. We then set off on the trail, a few others had already headed off. The trek up the hill surely got the heart started and a few rests along the way were welcome. We finally met up with RoddyC and Snickersallen before heading up to the first Razorback. After a pit stop we made our way up and this is where we got a glimpse of what was ahead of us. I really wasn’t sure about this but was determined to give it a crack and with Mr Herbz going to great efforts to set up a rope and the encouragement along the way it all helped to get the head in the right spot. Once I started I realised it wasn’t as bad as I thought and just take it one step at a time and not look below too much. At the second razorback I went down the rock with assistance of a rope and and along the bottom and back up again at the other end. From here it was pretty easy until we got to the bit we had to climb down another section, again the rope came in handy. The walk to the end was beautiful and the views were amazing. After locating the old cache, we signed the log in the new replacement ammo tin and the CO set about finding a suitable spot for it. We then continued to the end tip where we sat and had some morning tea and watched Mr Herbz play with his drone as he took some video. After some sustenance we made our way back which was daunting knowing again what was ahead. I was proud of myself not needing rope at the Razorback where I used rope previously but was happy to have rope at the first stretch. Once over that I was very happy to make it back in one piece at the start of the Razorback section, unfortunately I can’t say the same for my pants, but that’s ok. It was a much easier and quicker stroll back down the hill and back to the car. I’m very glad I did this cache, it was out of my comfort zone, but it is good to push past those barriers and really feel a sense of accomplishment in completing the challenge in front of you. The weather was also perfect for a day out up here and it was amazing to see how many people were up there. All in all a great day and a well deserved favourite point.

Found it

A morning walk up to this viewpoint.
Good start with the creek flowing then the steady up.
Enjoyed the razorback and the face on the eastern side is impressive.
The cairn is no longer there, just one rock.
Spent more than 30 minutes looking for the cache, sent out some request for help.
In the end I found exit covered in needles.
Followed a path on the western side of the mountain back to the large track.
A refreshing wash in the creek finished this great walk

Thank you for placing this geocache Herbz

What a beautiful hike!
It took us round about 3 hours to climb the top and get back to our car. It is a nice location without big tourism. Thank you for showing!
TftC from m-u-t!

Fav point in!!!

Well I did it. Left home at 5 started walking at 5.30 what an amazing walk. So glad I braved the razorbacks. Nearly turned back a few times and then had real trouble finding the cashe - persistence with this.

Anyway it’s quite satisfying. I’ve brought vegetable soup to enjoy now.

Thanks for this awesome cashe.

Finally got my first cache in the “Herbz Challenge” series. I had heard about the Challenge cache while I was living up at the Sunny Coast but never got down here to have a look. Now living on the GC I attended an event a little while ago and got talking to TeamDIEL and they had mentioned that this cache was on there list for some time. Now when I discovered that this one was also one for the Herbz Challenge it became one I had to do as well.

TeamDIEL, TheUnknownQ and team Coolumroo had made plans to hike to this cache a few weeks ago, but the weather forced us to reschedule. And now lucky for us today was perfect weather.
While waiting for the fourth party to arrive at the parking coordinates Mrs C and TeamDIEL ducted of and found the nearby cache.

As we set off we made sure to follow all the waypoints set out for this one. Along the way we came across a couple of trails heading into the bush and both times it took me a little bit to convince TeamDIEL that we should stick to the plan. Not to long we arrived at the very distinct “Whomping Willow” so down the hill we go to the razerback. With Mrs C leading the way and TheUnknonQ close behind this was a good bit of fun to cross, we all took our time and a few pics of the views. After the razorback TheUnknowQ found the spot for our 10m decent down to the trail which leads us out to GZ.

Now getting close to GZ about 20-30m away I decided to stir up the team and suggested that we give up now and turn back and just claim a DNF so we can do this one another day. But karma nearly got me. Because when we got to GZ we had a bit of trouble finding the cache and all I heard was this is your fault Coolumroo. But nevertheless TeamDIEL found what we needed. Now the log was signed and put back the way we found it. We headed back to the car park. On our way back we followed the lower trail to the razorback and also followed a trail that brought us out to where TeamDIEL wanted to investigate earlier. And yep I heard about that as well.

This was great cache to do with such good company. Looking forward to doing a few more hikes in this area. And a favourite point from me.

TFTC Herbz

Have been watching this cache since gazac mentioned he was doing it. Thought he was crazy to do it then, but at the same time jealous that I didn't ask to go with him.

Fast forward 2 years, went to an event at The Spit and got chatting with Coolumroo. We talked about the recent Queensland Outback Geo Muster which I have attended and enjoyed but I figured he was mostly interested with hiking and boating and hasn't even logged some earthcaches he found. He mentioned the natural bridge which reminded me of this cache. Lucky he hasn't done it! Woohoo! I've got company! And now that he realized it's part of the Herbz's challenge which he wanted to do for ages, I think my geocaching adventure is going to be more exciting! Its like that other game ... Got to get them all, 9 to go!

Anyway, we picked the perfect day, Mrs Coolumroo and TheUnknownQ were also keen to go bush.

We spotted some trails off the road and considered trekking them but Mr C said no. (I reckon a cacher used that one to get to the cache and back for 2 hours?)

The fun started shortly after the whomping willow tree. Mrs C led way, followed by TUQ, they were both on top of the ridge while Mr C went the long way. I decided to do the shorter way which was ok, except for a tiny part where TUQ warned that one of the rocks is a bit loose, so I tried to be aware of that but all of the rocks I came across were quite stable, and then... I couldn't get a good surface to prop myself up. That big rock was the only one that I could use. After trusting my life with my shoe grip, everything was great! Great view, great breeze, great walk, even the 3m fat carpet python (that scared the living daylights out of TUQ) slithering away looked beautiful! Ha ha...

We almost logged a DNF here. Finding the cache took longer than it should. Thought Mr C must have jinxed us, he was saying 'Nah! Not here! DNF, we can always come back another day' as soon as we couldn't find the cairn. (I reckon Mrs C was sitting on the base of the 'used to be cairn').
Mind you, I always get annoyed when my gps tells me to go north (or south or any direction of that sort) when I'm driving. Why can't it just say go left or right? Anyhow, Mrs C said north was that way, my c:geo compass said the other way. So I scratched away like a bush hen.

Mr C was most disappointed that the code wasn't in the cache while I was kicking myself for leaving the spare logbooks in the car! Sorry Herbz, TUQ wasn't in the mood to run back to the car park and get a new logbook. He was just happy to view the Gold Coast from gz.

Going back to the car was more 'funnier' than ever. Took us 2 hours to go up and an hour to go back down. We came across a random hiker up at the ridge. He was still on his way up while we were starting our descent. He overtook us back to the car park! Go figure! (But he has some grass cuts across his arms though... hmmmm).

TFTC Herbz. You're still my favourite CO. A favourite point from me.

Swellerfungus, Stairman1, Goldielover and I had driven past this mountain on our way to do some homewrecking in the bush a couple of weekends ago, and they had all recommended I come back to do this walk ASAP. I had been planning to go up Neglected with Fungus this weekend, but when the Golden Stairs mentioned they were bringing their homestay students out here for a walk and invited me along, Fungus pretty much ordered me up here instead (trying to get rid of me!). So it was that the Golden Stairs' much loved 4WD pulled into my driveway (soon to be replaced and on it's last geo-adventure, not that we knew that at the time!) at the relatively civilised time of 06.15.

Once at the parking WP we posed for the obligatory 'before' group shot and headed off down the fire trail. Almost immediately Goldie called Stairman's navigation into question insisting we were going a different way than the way they had gone last time. Luckily a quick perusal of the map showed that regardless we were on a path that would link up with the correct one later on. In a major win for diplomacy, it turned out they were both right as Goldie had remembered the original path they had come up on, but it had since been closed for revegetation... phew!

After a fair bit of up we reached the stone cairn marking the short cut path leading to the pinnacle and turned off. At the start of the razorback I caught a glimpse of what we were in for, and although I'm not too worried by heights, it was still an impressive sight! We all successfully made it across the ridge with varying degrees of aplomb; one of the Goldenstairs' students is part mountain goat judging by the ease with which he went across and down the sheer face at the other end; the rest of us elected to use the chimney slightly further back to get down this obstacle. At the very top the views aren't great due to a whole heap of pesky trees growing up since the last bushfire came through; must be about time for another! In any event it was still a nice spot to take a break and of course find the cache. Took us a while but eventually previous finder Stairman found the sneaky little hide which has had an extra layer of cammo in the form of a fallen tree since it was placed, but the coords are still pretty accurate.

It was as we were finishing up a snack that Stairman stood up to stretch and immediately started hustling us to pack up and get moving; as I stood up I saw why. We'd been lulled into a false sense of security by the relatively nice coloured sky in one direction, meanwhile behind us and hidden by trees were some big rain clouds and visible rain showers. None of us wanted to be caught on the razorback in heavy rain, so we quickly shouldered our packs and got moving. It was drizzling as we approached the ridge, but luckily we all had good footwear on, and the worst of the rain held off until we were well down the fire trail - great timing! Thanks for bringing us to this great spot Herbz, only another 7 to go before I can claim the challenge cache! FP from me.

This wasn't our original choice this weekend but due to campground closures in Lamination NP we decided to tackle this cache.
I had completed Herbz Backyard a couple of years ago but only needed to get 8 of the 10 caches to achieve the final.
2 left and Pages Pinnacle is one of them.
Started our walk in terribly hot conditions but still managed the summit in an hour and 45 minutes. The two razorbacks were negotiated without too much angst leaving a short descent down a steep section before the push to the summit.
Found the cache in good condition and enjoyed a quick snack before our return.
Far too hot to stay on top for too long.
Returned to the Harry Potter tree and the fire trail where we sat down to enjoy lunch in the shade.
We made the final descent to the car park before heading down the Numinbah valley where we pulled over and plunged into the creek for a cooling off.
We figured the temperature today was around the 35c mark. We may leave the last one until it cools down a little.
Well worth a favourite point.
Thanks Herbz

Went for a quick walk up solo this morning perfect conditions for getting up today with some pretty awesome views along the Razorbacks and at the summit, found the cache and made a log I should have read the previous log and bought up some extra paper... could be an excuse for me to get up there again in a few days!!

It was about a year ago when I was sitting in the Hinze Dam cafe and looking out at the rock outcrop in the distance, thinking it must be amazing if its possible to climb it. Lo and behold, we found out that there was a cache there. However, after reading the logs and description, I decided that it was not a cache for me given my fear of heights.

Fast forward a year or so on, and I was ready to tackle the cache with a couple of muggle friends, one of which revealed on the way up that he knew the cache owners!

It was extremely slippery on the way up the fire trail with lots of slippery clay, so that was pretty tough. We soon spotted the huge tree and made our way towards the start of the razor back. OK, we have to go that way? It did look pretty daunting. But we managed to do it, some parts were pretty tricky but we got there. The rock climb down at the end of the first razorback was pretty hairy in places but we found a slightly less steep route to get down to the next section. Then it was onwards and forwards to the rather overgrown GZ. We made a quick find of the cache, exactly where indicated in the hint. Unfortunately it was absolutely soaked and the logbook was a soggy unreadable mess. We cleaned it up, dried it out and took away the sodden rubbish and logbook. We left a piece of card in a dry plastic sandwich bag so hopefully this will stay dry but it would be helpful if the next person up took some paper to put in there. Unfortunately the logbook was so indecipherable that I couldn’t get the clue for Herbz challenge series!

We enjoyed a picnic near GZ, at an exposed section with incredible views of Hinze Dam. It was so peaceful up there.

Then it was back again, which for me seemed harder somehow. There were several points where I was clinging on like a limpet on the rock, mindful of the sheer drops all around, while my companions galloped ahead like mountain goats.

The journey back down was fairly slippery but to our amazement there was no falling over!

TFTC Herbz, this one was awesome. Fave point from me!

Had a lovely afternoon walking up to Pages Pinnacle and had the place to ourselves. We are pretty comfortable with scrambling so didn't have any trouble. The log and cache was wet so I couldn't sign it. I love it when geocaching takes you to these amazing places you wouldn't know about otherwise. Beautiful views at the top. Tftc!

Completed this one solo today, why because I am hard core lol. I just wanted to get in there and get the job done. Didn't have time to wait for people passing out, throwing up, having anxiety attacks., rolling ankles etc. Lol Ain't nobody got time for that sh#@t.

The hardest thing about this cache is the sttep walk up the fire trail. I noticed a rock cairn with a trail leading into the bush but continued following the way points.

I found it fairly easy going once I got to the razor backs. I got to the 10m vertical climb down, which was very easy. Plenty of hand holds and foot holds.

Found the cache. There is not much left of the rock cairn. The cache was full of water and you cannot write on the log book. I noticed a muggle found it while exploring in December. I put a piece of lined paper in there that had the way points written on it.

It took me 1hr 30 mins to get to the cache.

I then made the trip back and noticed a track leading off. I followed this track and it lead me back on the 4wd track and it has a rock cairn. It is about 150m before the final waypoint. Also noticed two bycyles locked up.

Got back to the car in 1 hr 10 min. So 2 hrs 40 mins all up.

I first saw photos of this peak and razorback nearly 2 years ago. My immediate reaction was to say to Swellerfungus “we have to do this climb”. Alas our attentions were distracted by too many other caches (many of them Herbz caches I must say) and it has sat languishing on our must-do list. It was finally time to put a stop to the rot and get this done. Goldielover and Stairman1 were to join us, despite being repeat visitors, as well as Walandor who had secured a hard fought leave pass to join in. He was to be our Part-time-Pete today while Crookedpete, an ingrained member of the team, was languishing at home nursing the effects of the night before’s school reunion celebrations. It was obviously a blinder judging by the ever deteriorating spelling in his Facebook messages to us, advising of his impending no-show this morning.

Those of us still in control of our faculties gathered at our usual rendezvous for a pre-walk coffee before mobilising and heading for the pinnacle. We would not be the first up on the climb today with a few cars already in the parking spot. Braving the chill in the air we headed off to commence the climb. After completing the worst of the climb up the fire trails Stairman1 volunteered to show us a short cut he knew up to the saddle. Absurdly, we put out trust in his navigational skills and followed what appeared a well worn path. As it climbed, things certainly looked promising but as it turned away from the saddle our doubts began to grow. Alarm klaxons were wailing a deafening cry as the track then started to head downhill, rapidly losing our hard earned elevation. At this point we decided on a bit of bush basing to try and find an alternate route but as the bush grew thicker and more impenetrable, there was no choice but to return to the main fire trail and follow it to the top. It was just before we reached the last hairpin turn that Stairman1 finally found the right shortcut - ah, so you meant the SECOND left off the track. Grrrr.

It may bear an *androgynous* name but there is no mistaking the peak's challenging nature as we reached the razorback. It was here that Swellerfungus did his impression of a limpet, gripping so solidly to the face he was leaving finger grip impressions in the rock. In fact, a galloping herd of jerid-wielding horsemen would have failed to unseat him at this point. Slowly but surely he made his way across, carefully choosing his foot placements while maintaining his 5 points of contact - hands, feet and bottom. I think the suction grip being created by his bottom would put an octopus tentacle to shame. He may have the balance of a jelly Tower of Pisa , but with admirable purpose and determination he safely made it across to safer footing. But the pinnacle was not about to give up without a fight, throwing in a short sharp descent to test the nerves and stamina before a final drive to the top. Here the resilience of nature was on show. On Stairman1 and Goldielover's last visit the area was a charred victim of a bushfire. Today it was a flourishing picture of lush greenery and the perfect spot to sit and contemplate our achievement of reaching the top at long last. With the cache found and log signed it was time to head back. With knowledge of what lay in store, the return journey was far less challenging, apart from the moment Goldielover’s phone slipped out of her back pocket and slid down the rock face in graceful slow motion. In a stroke of utter luck it slid down to a small ledge and braced itself against the only tree growing out of the rock face. Ten centimetres either side and it would have plummeted into the abyss below. That was to be our only incident as the crew made it safely back to level ground for the return journey to the cars. Certainly a popular spot today, passing a few groups on their way up, and the car parking area was chock-a-block by the time we got back. And I can understand why, being such a fantastic spot to visit. TFTC, another favourite.

A call was put out by SeffnJarah, Swellerfungus and Part Time Pete (aka) Walandor for stairman1 and I to join them. I love a good climb so we jumped at the chance. We arrived at the designated meeting point and after a quick bite to eat we headed off. It was sure busy when we arrived at the carpark but we managed to find a spot and we headed off. We were all in good spirits as we tackled the hill. We met lots of walkers on the trail all coming down.

Stairman1 decided he knew a shortcut so we blindly followed. He took us absurdly off track before deciding he has taken the wrong turn Lucky for him no one was carrying a jerid to throw at him. Swellerfungus and Jeffnsarah decided to push on but stairman1 Walandor and I turned around and headed back to the track. After a short while the boys met up with and this time stairman1 took us up the right path . We eventually arrived at the base of the rocks and we all started our ascent to the razorback. Walandor, stairman1 and SeffnJarah started to cross the razorback like gazelles while I was more like a 3 legged elephant. Lucky Swellerfungus showed his androgynous side to my clumsiness and his vibes helped me across the rock with little fear.

The next part needed ropes which helped us conquer a tricky part of the rock. In no time we were at GZ celebrating the find. The trip in reverse went without issue and we were soon back at the car.

Thank you all for your support and great comradery. It was a great day and so glad I could join you all.

With only a week before I head over to Fiji for a family holiday I asked SeffnJarah if he was planning any hikes and he kindly invited me on today’s adventures. This cache has appeared on my radar for quite some time as it will nicely fill a grid spot for me and looked like a fantastic spot. Not one I would ever consider doing solo it was great to be here with an awesome group today. Again the hardest part of the day was achieving the ever elusive leave pass from my wife. I had even spent 11 hours the day before building her a wall in our garage that not even a jerid could knock down. She was the one that had absurdly suggested I go for a walk in the first place. I guess she changed her mind a few times.

So with freshly cooked banana bread in my pack we were off. There were a few signs indicating that we had missed controlled burning earlier in the week. Some stumps were still smouldering. I looked up and through the mist we could see our target for the day. These peaks always seem so far away and unachievable at the start. But with a happy group and much banter the elevation soon gets eaten away. We came across many more muggles than I expected. They were all climbers with some looking more androgynous than others.

It was now time to walk the tightrope. I was super keen so took the lead with nervous excitement. I had memories of when I was in the SES and I would walk along the roof of a house with a drop off on either side. I made sure I wasn’t too far in front so that if I fell, my friends would at least know where to come to get the banana bread. I stopped regularly to soak in the awesomeness of where I was and to take photos. None of the photos do any justice to what it was actually like. Just come and experience it for yourself !!!!

At GZ I found the cache uncovered with a corner well chewed by a hungry critter. A belly full of blue plastic wouldn’t be making it feel very well. The log was a little soggy. Sao biscuits would have been nice but my home cooking was much tastier.

On the way back down I enjoyed taking time-lapse video of my fellow members scurrying along the ledge. Some like Mr Fungus has suggested “skipping over the top holding hands, giggling and singing songs of love” and others on all fours like a baby learning to crawl. The main thing was that all made it over and back safely. At one point I heard some commotion from behind thinking they had found a snake. It was only the lost mobile phone story told in earlier logs. I did tell her at the start of the walk that it was a stupid spot to have a phone loose in a back pocket.

What a glorious day to complete my first “Herbz backyard” cache. I am looking forward to completing the others in the future. TFTC. A favourite!

Sweller Bootcamp is now well underway, and today allowed me to appreciate that I was improving. Fitness levels are on the way back to where they once were! After a nice hill climb yesterday, this was an attempt to follow up with another hike on day 2.

I met with Seffnjarah and Part Time Pete (Walandor) en route to meet with the *androgynous* Golden Stairs, then on to the elusive Pages Pinnacle. Our regular Bromancer CrookedPete was conspicuous by his absence, however a series of deteriorating quality texts through the wee hours of the previous evening demonstrated that he would be incapable of functioning well today.

We have been talking about this walk for an *absurdly* long time, and is the 7th in our Herbz Backyard Challenge, and we were all keen to get underway. Stairman talked about a mythical 'backdoor to the saddle', and having done the walk before using this particular 'shortcut' we all followed like lambs to the slaughter. Foolish, foolish, foolish!!! We set off the main track (note Stairman was NOT at the front and that should have been a hint!) and eventually realised going downhill was NOT the desired route. A sheepish about face from the Director of Events, and he suggests we go "THAT WAY". Here I once again blindly followed another scrambling up the hill. The group had split, and eventually, after expending far to much energy, it became apparent we needed to go all the way back down to the original path. The rest of the group had wisely chosen that path. On the way out we met *Jerid* and his dog, and he explained that this track led to the rock face climb up the mountain. So we headed the right way and got to the other group. We got to the Whomping Willow (appropriate as the release of book 8 in the Harry Potter series was released today), and back down for the fun.

I was prepared with the knowledge that this was tough, and the cache description tells it as it is, but nothing can prepare you for what presents itself as you get over that crest. You want me to go WHERE? Holy hell in a hand basket. Several of the group skipped over the top holding hands, giggling and singing songs of love, however I took the more slow and cautious route. Some wag in the group thought my butt was suckered onto the ridge line like an octopus, and I have to say that couldn't be true, as it was puckered so tight it wasn't suctioning onto anything!

I was amazed at how much fear will sap your strength, and by the end of both razorbacks I was huffing, puffing and exhausted. After some simply wonderful heart-stopping moments we finally made it to the top. What a relief that was. Goldie noted my oncoming Hypo, and after a little sugar all was well again - except that we had to go back!

A quick trip back to the car, and a lot of discussion about how memorable this day will be. So much better than sitting at an office desk all week.Great cache and a fave Pt from me! Particular thanks go to my friends who were encouraging me all the way (except Staiman who just whinged and whined about how slow we were!!!)

Have had this on the list for some time, finally got to the cache on third attempt up here. What an awesome hike, found the cache with a little bit of searching. A little bit damp on the inside of the cache from the recent rain but log is in good condition. Tftc

This must be one of my favourite hikes and 3rd time up here. just thought id drop a log and say all is in good nick and converted another muggle friend

A few weeks back i took an afternoon drive around the hinze dam just for a wee gander, like, and while grabbing one of the caches dotted along the way i noted the gates and determined to check out what was beyond when i got home. When i did, and saw this cache placed way out there i decided then and there to take on the adventure.
Fast forward a fortnight, and i had talked I >< I and saltyseakat to join me, and we all mustered at the parking coords at 1030. With spirits high, we set off.
There were a lot of muggles out on the trail.. apparantly this is a favoured training area for kokoda walkers. Some of them overtook us and we overtook others. When we turned off the trail and took to the bush at the top we got a couple of odd looks, but i didn't care... i was too excited about what still lay ahead.
Over the razorbacks we went... so much fun and so many great photo ops.. we made slow time as i kept stopping to snap at this and that.
When we reached gz there was a mystery to solve.
At some stage in the past there has been a fire on the pinnacle, and the greenery is just starting to regrow. There was no sign of a cairn so we set off in different directions. There were signs of campers here at some stage, campfire remnants and and old sleeping mat. But what really was odd was the thousands of dollars worth of power tools and climbing gear in the 2 packs we found. I >< I wrote whoever left them there a note to say hi while i kept a lookout for anchor points or signs of climbers anywhere, of which we found none.
Returning our attention to the cache search it took a systematic hunt before i found the cache using a tad of cacher logic. Not the ammo can we expected but the tupperware container held the logbook so thats all we needed.
Finally, we rebuilt the cairn where we thought it should be, and set off on the return journey.
Mucho gracias for bringing us to this spot. Totally worth the pain inflicted on the uphill walk for the fun at the top. A favourite point shall be awarded for ticking multiple boxes with this listing. Im now aware of this being part of a challenge, and we are going all in over the coming months i think... i hope.
Cheers

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I'll just put my favourite point down first

This cache has been on my list for a while. For one, it is another step towards the only challenge cache I have left to qualify for in SEQ. And well then, after reading all about it.... Who wouldn't want to put this cache on their list? A nice walk, a challenging razorback, a 10 metre climb down section and then a lovely stroll to the final summit. Ticks lots of boxes for me!

Fortunately, while on a hike with Mrs Slow Puncture two weeks ago, I was invited to accompany her on this mission. All I could think was, HELL YES!!!

Today we started off early, some of us needing a little pick me up Hairy dogs and what not. On we trudged, a bit of an up, and then a bit more up, until we stopped to marvel at the Whomping Willow. Now that is an impressive Tree!!!

A short meander and then the first challenge presented itself. Hmmm, that doesn't look too scary I have to go where? Just....... don't look down, just don't look down, just don't look down!!!!! Just don't..... Oh look, I managed to make the first crossing without a feeling any sort of vertigo. Woohoo!!!!! All righty then, let's do this. Seeing a few clouds on the horizon, and a spot of moisture on my face made me slightly reluctant to keep going. I was just praying the weather gods could hold it together for an hour or so. Thankfully, the rain never came.

Mrs SP was hot on my heels and then Linden/6 surprised us with a quick recovery. Onwards and upwards! Or maybe down for a bit.... The small decline was no matter after the razorback, and all three willing adventurers continued bravely on. What lovely views we had along the way to GZ.

I must admit that while my fellow companions had no fear at some points, I chose to crawl, as opposed to walk No good reason to stand and possibly plunge to your doom, when you can love the feel of the earth beneath you And then finally, we were there Da da da dahh!!! It was a grand feeling knowing I had made the trek to Pages Pinnacle.

After taking a few happy snaps, I joined in on the hunt and the cache was found quickly. We all left our mark and then thought long and hard about what would possess a person to come here. The answer came simply, well for me anyways, a CHALLENGE.

"Challenge, noun (DIFFICULT JOB) (the ​situation of being ​faced with) something that ​needs ​great ​mental or ​physical ​effort in ​order to be done successfully and ​therefore ​tests a person's ​ability:"

Thank you Herbz for taking me outside of my comfort zone and giving me a challenge. I love your caches and can't wait for the next 6 I am yet to face for the final.

Thanks for the cache!

continued ...

I was, once again trailing behind so I focussed on what was ahead, trying all the while to ignore what WASN'T to my right!
My struggle here, with Vertigo constantly tugging at me, was further complicated by a change in the weather. A nice cool breeze had sprung up.
How refreshing you may think.
My thinking was different.
Perched high on a mountain, a massive vertical drop to my right, unsure footing, vertigo tugging at my very core & nature decides to help by planting pictures of me being blown of the mountain with Mother Nature's kind assistance!
I am SO having a great time today!!!
Perseverance (or was it sheer stubbornness) kept me going, after all, I was almost there!
The ridge became a little wider & the drop receded, or at least the path moved away from the edge &, once again I was a member of a group. I had caught up again.
A quick search around revealed the cache & it was time for signing, rejoicing & taking a few happy snaps.
All replaced as found & all present were rather pleased with ourselves.
A short break taken & it was time to commence the return trip.
I actually took the lead now & made good time down the slope, past the drop, through the trees, up the rock-face, along the path & ...
Bugger! My nemesis! The razorback!
The others weren't far behind & I insisted they take the lead so as not to be held up whilst I awaited Vertigo to be the last arrival.
The bulk of our party scuttled across like crabs along the foreshore so off I set.
Done it once, I'm cool!
Two thirds of the way, all good! Ah! here's the part where I couldn't find footing before.
My past life came to the fore & remembering my Star Trek years I became a 'Klingon' (read 'cling on') & bravely ventured forth.
I'm here! Done & Dusted! Woohoo!!!!
A longer break, for a bite to eat & some liquid refreshment, & the team gathered for the final descent & return to our respective Geo-beasts.
Lots of near misses on the slippery, unsure trails down with me finally doing the drop & roll & being quite happy to lie in repose with my various claret patches nourishing the soil.
Photos taken, I dragged myself to my feet & ventured forth yet again, knowing salvation was near to hand.
At this stage I happened to look to the right & couldn't believe I had hiked up 'there'!
There was Pages Pinnacle smiling down upon us & our success!
Would I do it all again?

Oh look .. there's a bird. Is that a lizard? My isn't the breeze nice? I wonder if the water in the creek is drinkable? ...

TFTC Herbz
P.S. Yesterday, after throwing myself on the mercies of nature & the elements, I wish to make the following public announcement ...

"Unfortunately for some, luckily for some & to the relief of others ... I survived Pages Pinnacle & in doing so added a much appreciated extra smilie on our Geocaching map (& reduced our D/T grid by a further point)!"

I also discovered that of the 640 plus skeletal muscles, unknown number of visceral & cardiac muscles, over 5 million hair follicle muscles & more than 2 billion capillary sphincter muscles all are in good functioning order.
How do I know this?
Because I can feel EVERY single one of them screaming at me this morning (plus some extras that I don't believe have been discovered as yet!).
Pages Pinnacle ... Tick!

What's next on the list?

A favourite point for an amazing adventure instigated by some extremely twisted people placing caches in such amazing locations! LOL ...

Once again ... Thanks for the cache Herbz!

Smilie #3190

Today an assault on Pages Pinnacle was planned.
Attendees were to be Slow Puncture (Mr & Mrs), Nyssa Flutterby & myself.

Having arrived a little early & filled in some time with a couple of 'easier' nearby traditionals it was now time to set out on today's adventure.
Target - Pages Pinnacle.
I had brought along everything I thought I needed & a few extras that I didn't but had no choice in the matter as vertigo plays it's own game & won't be left behind!

The day began with some gentle ups & downs in great weather conditions, a lovely little creek crossing thrown in to add to the ambience, & myriad birds were singing happily in the nearby trees & underbrush (I later decided they were probably laughing AT us & not just singing happily!).
While several breaks were called, to save our energies for the final assault, the initial stages were relatively uninterrupted & went without drama.
As uneventful as the first stage of our ascent was it was a little taxing but still quite pleasant.
Despite some minor slipping & sliding on the grainy uneven surfaces we made reasonably good time to the last waypoint before turning our eyes (& our feet) to the Pinnacle itself.
Anticipation & trepidation began to mount, the closer we got to the razorback the further away I began to wish I was.
The trees began to thin & we at last emerged from the trail to find ourselves confronted by the awesome spectacle of the razorback ridge.
All was still good & I wondered why I was concerned.
We approached the ridge & I decided to leave my backpack & hiking pole behind so as to make the crossing unimpeded by unnecessary hindrances. I'm glad I did!
Nyssa & KC set off ahead of me & made quick time across, finally settling for a breather on the 'other side' while I remained perched a third of the way wondering where next I could place my foot.
As I clung precariously to the rock-face (Never-mind 5 points of contact - I had ONE. My entire body!) I was suddenly visited by my, up 'til now quiet but ever present, companion VERTIGO!
NO!!! Not now! Go away!
Not working, time to reconsider my position.
Despite calls of encouragement Vertigo appeared to be getting the upper hand.
Should I go back?
No! I didn't come here to fail!
I was given verbal assurances that my name would be added to the log if I couldn't continue but I steadfastly refused. If my mark was to be made it would be by me or not at all.
I called out for the others to continue & said if it was meant to be I would join them shortly.
Nope! Vertigo was winning, perched as I was against the rocks I began feeling for purchase with my left foot so that I could return to 'safer' ground.
Except I couldn't find a place to plant my foot!
Using my hands/arms I reached further across & swung ... to the right, finally finding suitable footing & it was over!
The worst part (for me) was now a memory (until the return trip)!
Quickening my pace it was not long before I caught up with the, much surprised at my presence, advance party.
I then realised I had claret draining from several places where nature & I had been at odds & nature had won. I looked like a Halloween zombie! (OK, keep the snide comments to yourselves. LOL ...)
The going was much more pleasant now & I didn't mind the occasional scampering up & down at all.
It was about now that I recalled reading something in some recent logs & seeing some photos of 'the next stage'! My euphoria vanished almost as quickly as it had built!
Sure enough we were there!
This section was easy. A well-trodden path upwards. The only problem was there was NOTHING at all to my right except an extremely long drop ... straight down.
GROAN!!!

Continued ...

This entry was edited by Linden/6 on Sunday, 01 November 2015 at 06:08:04 UTC.

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Saturday. Both Slow Punctures were in the Gold Coast area with Nyssaflutterby and Linden/6.

We gathered early to head to this one, in an attempt to beat the heat of the day. We were to meet Dennis at the cache's parking area but as fate would have it, we found him lurking suspiciously around a nearby park n grab cache, looking like a lost puppy! "My co-ords say over here"...he lamented. How long you been caching Dennis? Stuff the co-ords, where do your senses suggest it should be? Here's a hint: Check in the thing that is getting singed by the heat from your car, given you parked so close to it

That done, we set off on the short journey to the parking co-ords. We parked and kitted up, taking all the things we may need: Hiking poles, backpacks, drinks, food, each other. Optimism. Hope...

We started our journey, paying special attention to the waypoints. Good idea, that is. Our trek took across a creek that looked like it had been dry for years. Then another. Then we came to a creek that had water and was running slightly. Dennis made a po.nt of saying he would fall into it on the return journey. He did not. We rounded the corner and uh oh. This looks like it's a bit steep. No problems, it won't last long. With the exception of a couple of flat bits, we were..."mistaken" Do you remember that scene from "It's a mad, mad, mad world"? Where Phil Silvers gets told by the little kid that the shortcut is down a hill, and when he gets there, it is somewhat steeper than he had imagined? Refer attached picture.

That was the way we felt, except it was in reverse. "Up there? You want me to go UP THERE???. Why I oughtta..."

Up we went. And up, and up and some up, some up and then a lot more up. Calf muscles screaming. Luckily the ground was dry and also mostly devoid of loose material. Then we did some more up. For every 10 metres of so we did forwards, we went 2 or 3 metres up. Disturbingly, at some points we were not getting any closer to the cache [:(!] At one point, we saw what looked like a track coming out of the bush and we wondered if it was some sort of shortcut, but how would one know? In our bleariness, we decided to keep on to the next waypoint. Which we finally reached.

At that point it was a turn left and we went past a beautful old tree. After the tree, in a few minutes, things started coming into view. Ah. There is our quarry. Up and over the little hill and Ye Gods! So this is Razorback. At this point, Luke decided that was the end of the journey for him. Having watched the crossing over Razorback and having heard the tale of part of the journey that was out of his sight, that was the right choice. Having said that, he applauds the others for undertaking the remainder of the journey

See the attached pictures of the Razorback crossing. None of these pictures do it justice. What you can't see is what you can't see. Nyssa and Kerry dealt with this very well - as did Dennis, overcoming his vertigo (see Dennis' log). Dennis ended up a bit dirtied and bloodied - he says it was because he was keeping everty point of himself in contact with the rock on the way there and back, and has nothing to do with Luke's theory that Kerry and Nyssa beat him up for making them wait

It started spitting after the three intrepids went across Razorback - that was a potential disater in the making but thankfully, it got no heavier.

The return trip was a bit better, at least it was downhill! We found the other end to the mystery path - turns out we could have taken it. It made a nice shortcut on the way back. Dennis managed to take a tumble, and decided that for a while, the best course of action was to stay there. A great experience, but in the end, it was nice to be down.

This was the 1st of 5 caches found on this trip.

Thanks [Blue]Herbz[/Blue], for showing us this place. A fave point for the hard work it made us do [xx(]

Woke up this morning and decided I would tackle another Herbz adventure. Doesn't look far on the map but it take 50 mins to get there through the long and windy roads that lead you to Springbrook. Once I was at the parking coordinates I was able to park my car nearby the starting point. There was already 3 cars parked in the prime spot in the shade, but I was happy to get a park.

It was 2 hours before midday and not really the ideal time to start a hike, as this time of the year the heat is already starting to take affect. I was a little bewildered with the directions at first as there were 2 4x4 tracks to choose from. The SEQ Water one, and the National Parks one. The compass was directing me to the National Park one so I thought to give that one a go. The first WP was only metres into the walk and I was turning off again. The T-Junction was a little confusing as well as it appeared to be more of a crossroad more than anything but I followed the directions none the less.

It wasn't very long before I passed the initial WPs and I had over a kilometre to walk to the Harry Potter tree. This was all up hill I am afraid, but I didn't stop. Once the tree was very evident I turned off to walk down the hill to the Razorback. I started to get a little excited here as I knew the hike was going to start to get a little exciting. I followed the razorback all the way. I saw a good spot to the left to descend but thought to follow this one right out to the end. Once I saw the big drop at the end I decided to turn back and descend where I thought fit in the first place. A few weeks ago Bella@Waggy and I were thinking of attempting this one in the wet as I had a possible rain day to contemplate a hike. This descend bit would be a little tricky in wet conditions but Im sure it could be done...you might just slide a little, but not recommended.

The next little bushwalk to the last razorback was fairly easy. I still hadn't stopped for a drink at this point, and only stopped to take a photo on my stupid iPhone so I just kept going. The last razorback isn't really a razorback, more of a cliff to one side but you can favour the left side no worries. I never read the hint for GZ but I soon saw the most likely spot for a container. It was evident that a fire had been right through in recent times and there was no where to sit to tackle the formalities... well no where in any shade. I moved a rock to somewhere half shady and took care of the formalities.

The blackbois were really really green, but there was no green coming out of the burnt country. I gave me mate Stephen (aka bella at waggy) a call from the summit to confirm that it was best not done in moist conditions. It only took me an hour and a half to get to the summit from the carpark at a leisurely pace and I was interested to see what the return would be.

After the razorback bits I saw a track that went left but I stayed on the track already known and headed back over the hill. Looks like someone has camped near the Harry Potter tree because I scored one of those clear glass skull bottles that was left behind...expect to see this in a future cache. After rejoining the main track I came across a couple who were all decked out in their hiking gear and poles and training for an impending hike in Nepal in a few weeks...sucks to be them hey? After a bit of a chat and confirmation of altitude readings between their hiking watches and my Oregon 600 we parted ways and I was able to walk downhill towards the car.

I have to admit, I did have to recheck my journey a few times, but the track back was an easy task. Once back at the car I sat down to consume some water and look at the stats. It was a total of 7.57 Kms for a moving time of 2.5 Hrs. I did take 3.5 hrs so it looks like my gasbagging cost me an hour,lol.

Thanks Herbz, another Challenge Qualifying cache in the bag, with the clue noted.

6/10 or 3/5 of the way there!

A most enjoyable walk with the Monkey Maker and K8'n'Co.It was surprising how many people we passed on the trail today, even on the razorback. Thank you Herbz for placing and maintaining this cache

When I mentioned Page's Pinnacle Monkey Maker he jumped at the opportunity to mark his 2000th so we grabbed our walking buddies, The Green Geckos and set off. This was certainly wasn't a cache to disappoint with plenty of pointy action. The Monkey was in heaven and it was impossible to contain him as he scrambled up and down places on the escarpment that he didn't really need to scale. A great day and a lot of fun was had by all. Thanks

When I first started playing this crazy game a few years ago, I'd see all these geocachers names with thousands of finds attached to them. I remember thinking wow, how on earth could you ever find that many and of course never thought I'd actually get anywhere near that. Well unbeknown to me I would be there one day and a lot sooner then I would ever have imagined.
Today at the top of the Pinnacle with a small group of some of the great friends I've made through this amazing game I celebrate my 2000 find.
I had originally spotted this hike back before my 1000 find and after seeing all the great photos of the razor back I just wanted to go there. So I planned it for my 1000 but I needed someone to come with me and at that stage Brother Colin was the only person I knew that hiked. Plans changed and we ended up going for an unloved cache up in Binna Burra called Half way home.
Anyway with an idea of a walk the day after my birthday, I figured if I pulled my finger out during the week I could boost my numbers a bit so today could be my milestone. Luckily I was off work sick last week so one of those recovery days was spent caching around the Tweed. A few more here and there but I was still one short this morning but thankfully I missed an Aussie Liahona multi just up the road a year or so ago, so that was my mini mission earlier this morning.
With that one sorted I patiently waited at the parking co-ords for the rest of the crew. Once we were ready it was away we go and up and up and up. Wow, that definitely gets the heart pumping quick that little hill. We reached the big old beautiful whooping willow then headed off along the faint track. We reached the first little rock hill bit and I decided to go down while the smarter part of the group went up. Once I was about 20m below them I figured I went the wrong way but instead of back tracking I climbed up the rock wall. There's nothing like adding another half a star to the terrain when you don't have to. With the group back together we continued on and soon enough we reached the bit I had been looking forward to...the razor back. The whole way across I just couldn't get AC/DC's The Razors edge song out of my head.
After meeting some other geocachers along the way we soon reached the end of the line. It seems there was a little bush fire on the Pinnacle a while ago, possibly why there's a new container.
We all signed in then had a quick bit to eat before heading back.
Thanx again Herbz for another great hike to an amazing location. Of course this one is a favorite of mine now.

Have had a couple of years off geocaching but recently the family and I decided to get into some family activities and hiking seemed the perfect answer. Got both the wife and the 10yrs old son to this beautiful spot on a crisp morning. Effort, patience and perseverance paid off in the end. Great spot and great cache.

This is a cache that has been on my to do list for quite a long time. However things have just never lined up for making the find, it has either been raining or summer or the like. Well I decided it was not going to be left any longer and today would be the day.

After fighting with the traffic to get across the Gold Coast from Surfers, I was soon arriving at the parking coordinates. I still had my water pack in the car full and ready to go from the weekend, and soon was heading along the trail.

Quite appreciative to see the way points provided, it did help to save a little guessing. I suppose the old fire trail was likely submerged when the Dam was upgraded a couple of years ago, however suppose it would only cut a small amount of the journey. So followed along to the creek crossing and was soon heading up, and that is all it seemed to be a whole lot of up, up, up. Waypoint four was soon achieved just around the half hour mark, with only 2 or 3 quick rest stops to catch my breath.

However it was another 20min to close the last 600m to GZ. The view from here is quite splendid, quite worth the walk just for the view. I took a little look around and soon spotted my goal. I got the log book signed and everything replaced. A few photos were taken, and then it was time to descend again. As is often the case the decent was covered in a little less time then the way up. All in all a nice little walk in the bush

TFTC

Found with stairman1. . I was not firing on all cylinders today (dodgy seafood last night) but was determined to complete this walk. The weather was looking promising so off we headed. The track was very busy with runners and hikers training for the Kokoda challenge. Our walk seemed very insignificant compared to the 50 kms some of the hikers had already completed .

The only way to the cache was up and that is where we headed. Had lots of trouble with these hills as my belly was doing flip flops all the way up. I had even contemplated turning around but was determined to make it.

We made it to the track and met a couple of muggles heading in the same direction. I don't think they had the same intentions as us so we let them go ahead. The razorbacks caused me no issue at all. Although I wasn't as graceful as stairman1 who powered across the rocks. The rope came handy at one point.

We arrived at GZ and replaced the container as the original container was either cooked by the fire or removed. We had some lunch and took obligatory photos before heading back. My belly was still flip flopping as we headed back which made the razor back tough. But the ever patient Stairman1 waited for me to work out the cramps.

We eventually got back to the track and headed back to the car. Met some more training muggles on the way out and arrived at the car just as the heavens opened. This walk took us way too long but it was worth every second. Thanks Herbz for a fantastic cache. This gets me closer to Herbz backyard challenge. A favourite point coming your way.

This entry was edited by goldielover on Sunday, 19 April 2015 at 11:09:13 UTC.

was a nice hike, but unfortunately I did not find the cache.
there has been a fire around the cache area and with the rain we have been having I guess it got washed away.

top cache location though will do it again

was going to do this last sunday, but due to Australia winning the Asian cup the sunday was left for recovery.

will be going this sunday morning instead

This was a fun little adventure. First part was pretty easy, just lots of up ... then the fun starts at the razorback. I didn't even know what a razorback really was until this trip (other than the giant mutant pig in that weird old horror movie).

The rope is good advice too! Thankfully Wayn0 had bought his. The cliff descent is a little intimidating when you first see it. I could see there was an easier way around the bottom but where's the fun in that??

Great cache, even better to find it actually up the top of the hill. Thanks Herbz

Out on this perfect Queensland winter day with my caching buddy Elemental6. Great cache, loved the razorbacks. A rope is definitely advantageous for the 10m decent and climb!

Thanks again Herbz. Cache is dry and in good condition. One step closer to Herbz Challenge

I have been looking at doing this series for a while. Having moved from the Gold Coast up to Brisbane a couple of years ago I haven't been down here much.

After doing a couple of very cool urban caches over the last week I had the urge to go and do some real caching!

After making the long trip down from sunny Brisbane and arriving at the parking point I was off. The first few waypoints didn't seem to bad. But then came the climb to the Whomping Willow!! What a hike!! On the way I passed a couple of guys training for the kokoda challenge. This gave all of us a very good excuse to stop for a chat.

Once I made the turn left at the top of the hill it was a easy walk to the first razorback. Not a good time to remember I am afraid of heights. It didn't take to long to build up the courage to make the first step. After I was in the swing of things it was actually quite fun.

After I finished the razorbacks I soon found the "short 10m climb down section". After having a bit of a look I decided to find another way down. It would be quite doable with 2 people but I just didn't want to risk it by myself. It didn't take to long to find a slightly safer way down.

After this the walk to GZ was quite easy and I soon had the cache in hand. After signing the log I sat down and had a well deserved lunch break and took some pics.

After lunch it was time to head back down. I had a couple of breaks to chat to some more locals and take a couple more pics. Even with the stops and lunch break I was up and back in 3:20. Very happy with that!

All in all one of the best caches I have done.

I'm looking forward to continuing the series.

TFTC

This entry was edited by The_young_1s on Sunday, 22 June 2014 at 04:56:05 UTC.

Very fun hike to cache. You have a very nice view of Advancetown lake.

Well when I said last week at pages park I'd be back one day to do this one,didn't realise it would be this quick.This week my brother from Sydney arrived on a surprise visit and he loves Bush walks,so I suggested this one and he jumped at the opportunity.The climb up the four wheel drive track we thought wasn't too hard and in a few way's we were expecting more difficult,however then we came to the first ridge,that was probably the most difficult,then the next,we came to a straight down section,we backtracked and took a different approach and all was good from there.On finding the treasure there was a high five and a lot of smiling happiness.This was well worth the effort,thanks for putting the cache here.TFTC.

This was such a challenging hike both physically and mentally! It was raining when I went looking for this cache. I eventually came to the pinnacle and couldn't believe how little foot room there was and the fear of falling off the edge of the cliff. I got to about 60m from the top but was too scared to continue. I was also scared of slipping on the rocks since it was raining. The views were incredible even with the rain and fog. Even though I didn't get to the top it was such an amazing experience and I am so proud of myself for achieving what I did! Thanks Herbz for the opportunity to discover this place!

On my way up in the hills for a little walk. And this was that little walk.
I parked at the recommended spot and started walking.
Following a 4WD track is easy on the navigation but this one has a few steep bits.
35mins later I was at the twisted tree and had a break.
Then it was off along the little track and a couple of rocky bits.
A quick hop, skip and a jump and I was continuing on my way to GZ. [^]
Once at GZ it took me a little while to find the cache as I did not use the hint.
1hr 10mins from car to signing the log.
On the way down I meet a couple of rock climbers and started chatting....
So, it took me longer to go down than go up the hill.
A great walk with a few good rocky bits thrown in for good measure.
A fav point from me. Thanks for the cache.
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and I got the clue.

This is the second time I have done this walk now and its still great fun. Was out showing a mate and he loved every minute of it. While I was up there I checked the cache and everything is still in perfect order! It was a pretty damp day and the clouds rolled in around us pretty quick making it a bit damp!! I wouldn't suggest attempting it in the rain!! Thanks again for a great adventure.

Epic find

Epic find

I have really enjoyed challenging myself on some long tough mountain climbs in recent weeks. Whilst not a big climb, I expected Pages Pinnacle would prove challenging - mostly mentally - particularly if travelling solo.

It was a pleasant hike up the hill. The occasional flatter sections allowed me to recover sufficiently before the next steep bit. Forty five minutes from the carpark and I was at the ridgeline.

Whomping Willow indeed!

Arriving at the start of the razorback, I had a chat to a walker who was leaning back on the rock enjoying the view to the east. His mates had headed over to the Pinnacle and he didn't feel comfortable with the razorback, and was quite happy with his position.

Two deep breathes and I set off. I actually felt pretty good about it after the first few metres. Didn't have any trouble with the razorback at all, but I imagine it would be terrifying if you suffered from vertigo. My first big fright however was coming across a five foot shedded snake skin on the rocks. Hiking alone, I am always wary of snakes and I know they just love these dark rock cliffs and ledges to warm themselves. Thankfully, that was as close as I got to a snake today.

At the rocky peak in the middle of the traverse, I lost the trail and thought it went around to the east of the peak. Big mistake. The rock on this face is very loose and prone to coming away. Very carefully, taking no risks, I climbed up off the rocky shelf onto the top.

I always seem to find climbing down slippery rocks difficult and today was no exception. At the end of the next razorback, I came across two hikers on their way back from the Pinnacle. We chatted about the razorback and the cache briefly before I made my way to the top.

A quick search at GZ and the cache was found and logbook signed. I nearly forgot to record the clue and only remembered when replacing the cache.

I dedicated the return trip along the cliff and the razorback to taking a heap of photos. Once off the razorback, it was a pleasant walk back to the car, meeting two other groups setting out on the climb.

All up, 3 1/4 hours hike and probably one of the most scenic I have done. Unfortunately, it was cloudy and hazy today, but I bet the views would go on forever on a beautiful clear winters day.

Six Herbz challenge qualifying caches down and only 4 to go now. A easy favorite Herbz. TFTC.

Pete

#1,120

Will upload some photos shortly

Just another little hill climb... Well, maybe not It's an epic few days for me, with 3 massive hill climbs: Mt Maroon yesterday, Pages Pinnacle today and both peaks of Mt Barney tomorrow

teamdfl and I headed out this morning with this cache as our main goal. We picked up a few extras for me along the way, and stopped for morning tea at Pages Park. Then the walk along the trail to the razorbacks wasn't too strenuous, although my heart certainly got thumping along again. As we walked lots of long-held thoughts crowded my head about heights and danger, but when we reached the razorbacks, for me it became an opportunity to unlearn those thoughts, by pushing myself through them, and I thoroughly enjoyed working through all of that. Although I was right out of my comfort zone, I was able to deal with the issues and face up to them, which was quite cathartic [^] I also enjoyed the scramble down the rocks and had no difficulty with that. At GZ we made quick work of the hunt, and on the way back we got some happy snaps and enjoyed the spectacular views. Oh, and we stopped to check out the Whomping Willow on or return trip, too.

I'm pleased to say I have finally ticked off my first cache for Herbz Challenge [^] TFTC, Herbz. Looking forward to many more. A favourite point from me.

Another freaky Friday with IolantheK. We had found a few for IolantheK along the way, but this was my first for the day. I really enjoyed this walk. It helped my legs recover from two big days in the mountains. The views along the razorback were spectacular. We did like the womping willow too. IolantheK had a few nervous moments along the way, but she made it there and back no worries A nice easy find once our GPS units caught up with us at GZ. Almost ready to tackle the challenge now

Set off for a great adventure today and what a beautiful day to do it Was a great hike and got the heart really going! Some scary stages (for me) but mind over matter and we pushed through. We did sight a Red Belly Black Snake hiding in the Cracks of the rock, so be very cautious for looking for somewhere to hold on. On the trek back down did lose my good boot knife :/ so if they're are any kind folk out there game enough to take this natural wonder on, please keep an eye out Again, what a wonderful experience! Found with JJBoards!

great day to go geocaching, sun was out and not a cloud in the sky. we started our walk up the path while re calculating route on GPS. we had to stop frequently to take photos of magnificent view. on our way across the ridge spotted a red belly black snake. was a great cache and a great day Found with The Hair Bear.

A good hide! Found this cache in the pouring rain! Thanks for the cache Herbz!

Relogging this under individual account, previously a member of Gaz'n'Kab account.

Previously logged under a team account. Re-logging with my individual account.

At the car park was a small but enthusiastic crowd. Greetings, introductions etc done, and it was time to set off. At first the track was easy, but as expected, it began to go up!!

On the first sighting of the razarback, I can say there were some very unpleasant words being directed in Herbz's direction!!

The rock was solid though, and with due care, the razorback sections were negotiated without event.

What I can say about this trail is that the sense of exposure is huge, not just on the razorback, but the track continues perilously close to the sheer drop!!

I was glad Mr LLJ took a rope for the 10m scramble down, but did try this without the rope to be confident it can be done if I return without one.

At GZ the cache was found by Mr LLJ, who then proceded to tap the can in some strange ritual??

We returned to the car park, admiring the views on the way.

Wow Herbz, what a spectacular walk this is!! FP from me.

Not to early this morning a mid size group of us met in the car park ready to tackle this one. After the normal hello's and spraying of bodies in repellent the walk began. Soon the ups began and we all moved a tad slower. It wasn't to long until we reached the junction where we left the fire track and head towards the pinnacle. After some very scary rock scrambling and a small amount of not so kind words being directed at Herbz, we finally had made your way to GZ With the log signed and replaced we enjoyed the view before heading back. After some more words and scary moments we arrived back at the fire trail and took a well earned break, before continuing on to the cars.

TFTC Herbz

Gaz'n'Kab

What can I say.... I did not have any idea what I was in for when I agreed on this one... I briefly read the description but having no idea what half of it meant I just agreed to go along for this walk... well, had I had known what I was in for I don't think I would have agreed to it... lets just say I am not too keen on heights and scaling the side of a mountain holding on for dear life with a 100 metre verical drop is not my idea of a good time! {I shall blame Captain Terror for this lapse in judgement}

My Geodaughter 15 who is in training for Kokoda & I arrived 10 minutes late {yes everyone was waiting on me} - everyone being Stairman, Lat n Long Junkie, If, Gaz n Kab, Captain Terror, Pprime, Fangsoki & Radnoski,and after a quite parking cache we started into the deep unknown. A couple of the lads decided to take a bit of a detour but we soon realised they were MIA and someone went back to find them... having found the boys we headed up, and up, and up... I can safely say I am not very fit... my body was not being very forgiving and I was wishing I had bought those hiking poles I had been contemplating.... onwards and upwards we went.... me usually making sure everything was ok at the back of the pack

We finally made it to the turn toward the pinnacle... and after a brief rest we made our way to our new exciting {crazy} adventure! Now this is where you lost me.... I was not expecting this... are you seriously saying we have to go.... over there!!! You have got to be kidding me.... I don't like heights, this is seriously insane... did I mention I don't like heights!! Deep Breath... OK, I can do this... bit by scary bit I made my way across thinking that the point where some of the others were waiting was where the cache was.... there was one very freaky bit where I had to stretch further than I was physically capable of... kind of lurch myself up to reach and then pull my weight up.... terrifying and I was NOT having a good time!!! I got to the patch where the others were... only to find out there was another stretch to go... are you kidding me!! Far out, this is stupid insane... not happy Captain!! OK, well off I went, crawling, scrambling, cursing the Captain!

Well they say good things come to those who work hard... well I worked bloody hard... pretty safe to say I was the shortest and probably weakest one there... so I deserved the smiley that came from my hard work.... but the cache was not what was occupying my thoughts.... I was more concerned with getting BACK to where I started! Not too keen to go back over those rocks... but at the same time keen to get it over with {and I did leave my 15 year old at the beginning so keen to get back to her as well} - I have to say it was harder to go back... I agree with Pprime about those rocks being 'right handed' rocks... its was so much harder to go back than it was to get there... but funnily a little faster at the same time

Either way, we got back to more stable terra firma all safe and sound... back to the main path where we took the time to rest {or sleep in some cases} heaps of Kokoda kids training here today... they should be proud Although they seem to have more sense and were not going rock climbing!! Smart kids!!

I will give a favourite point too... not because I enjoyed it {I enjoyed all except the rocky cliffs} but I will give the fave point for the challenge... this is something I would not normally do and probably never do again....

Already many a photo are being posted for this walk today and I'm recalling what an excellent adventure this little icon presented to us today. Some time ago this date seemed open so as always a wee plan formed which saw a group meet at the parking co-ords here for the big walk. One of the last caches left in the Springbrook area for me, so mighty keen to see what's left on offer. By the time we set off I was joined by gaz'n'kab, stairman1, Fangsoki, Lat&LongJunkie, Radnoski, If, Pprime, Agap2 and for the first time, Whint and her Whintlet. Cheery as always we blasted off and despite the rain yesterday, the weather today was perfect, cool and sunny. The rain had made the track a little muddy, but that didn't scare away the many Kokoda Challenge walkers that we passed on the way. At one point we lost Fangsoki and stairman, but it seemed they had missed If's direction as to which path to take. Up and up we stomped until we finally got to the sharp left hand turn to leave the main track and start the walk towards the much heralded pinnacle. We stopped here for a breather and I for one had not considered what was ahead of us. Through the long grass we went and after a quick hope over the first rocks, the famed razorback lay ahead of us. Hmm, this may prove a challenge to us. We made our own ways across at a pace that was as comfortable as possible, with some words of encouragement, some of pessimism (such as me pointing out how far one would fall) flying around. We got across the first razorback, which I didn't mind, but the prickly bushes before the second one I was not a fan of. Same again with this razorback, although I felt it a little easier to traverse. The group had mostly caught up so pressed on into the bush for the final ascent.. but not before a sizeable dropoff. Mr. Junkie attached a rope for those not so comfortable with the drop and onwards we went, upwards past the huge cliff, which yes I did lob a few rocks off.. and they fall for ages! It was here we had the best views, almost full 360. Amazing and worth the effort simply for that. I pushed on, a few already ahead, having pushed through the last of the prickly trees, the grass bushes and within the search area. Several sets of eyes commenced the hunt, being careful not to step too far. More and more caught up and while most of us were tangled with the flora, Mr. Junkie spotted the beastie. The logbook was passed around, photos taken and congratulations dished out to everyone who made it, even more so for those of us making it a milestone. Not much else for it, but to retrace our steps. Again taking in those great views, some more laughs on the way back (which took much less time for the few up front who ran most of the way). Back at the carpark it felt great to have this one done and off we went for lunch on the plateau. Another outstanding Herbz cache and again, an easy favourite point. I'm not sure I'll ever tire of these places you take us. Many TFTC's for you

Every time I pass this area I notice a great place for a cache that sticks out like a sore thumb. Well, thanks Team Herbz, for placing one up here.

This morning a group of us Fansiki, Radnoski, Gaz'n'Kab, Lat&Long Junkie, Captain Terror, Pprime, Whint, daughter Whint preparing for Kokoda challenge, and If returning for a visit. All met up to tackle this cache.

A perfect morning for the walk and we were off. Except for a slight detour for a couple of us we were all soon at the top of a nice hill. Took a slight breather and left the main track here. A short walk then we came to the real fun part of this great cache. A RAZOR BACK. And yes it was quite narrow with quite a few white knuckles showing and lots of concentration. Photo shots a plenty here, it was great. A couple more of these and a slight down hill section and we had made it safe and sound to the cache. The views were something else. We could see the new tower in Brisbane sticking up above the hills, and right out to sea. Everything was so clear today. The cache was quickly located and a few very happy cachers looked on. All signed. Now to retrace out steps.

The hike out did not take long at all and we were soon back at the cars. Headed off for a lunch break. Thanks to all for the company on this great walk.
Thanks Team Herbz another favourite point your way.



This entry was edited by stairman1 on Sunday, 27 May 2012 at 10:47:36 UTC.

{Continued from above...}

OK, so I was wrong.

About half the distance was an easy enough trail, but then there was the Razorback. If assured me worse was yet to come, but in hindsight this first one was definately the worst. The sheer drop to certain death 100m below, on both sides of the ridge, is not for the faint hearted. Or sane. Thankfully I'm neither, so scramble off I went - first of the new people (If doesn't count). A million light years across and centuries later I arrived on what we will now laughingly call "solid ground", and from here I could watch the more intelligent members (and Captain Terror) who had the brains to be wary of this little scramble.

OK, safely across, but with If's stern warning echoing in my ears that worse was yet to come, went ventured on. There are lots of photos in surrounding logs, I took none myself but will happily steal all of these for the memories. Funnily enough the actual scramble itself is hazy in my mind now.

On to the real RAZOR BACK. It was certainly a lot more sheer on both sides, and a lot further to bounce unconscious until spilt into a jig-saw puzzle number of pieces for future rescue crews, but with the first one under my belt this one didn't seem as bad. Except for THAT little tree, and the loose rock next to it, all was quickly accomplished. Again, time spent on the other side as the others caught up again.

The views! What can I say. I think about here was perhaps the best spot - although all along was pretty spectacular. Again, check the photos for a taste, but it's like licking a flavoured stamp ... you must check out the real thing in person to appreciate just how amazing the views are.

OK, breath caught, off we go again. There is a photo below (Don't Jump Now by Stairman1), which does some justice. But to be honest I didn't even notice that sheer drop there at the time. I'd gotten kinda used to the heights by then.

There was a short cliff drop on the slightly safer side which I am proud to say I managed both down and back up later with no artificial assistance, however L&L's trusty climbers rope was a great idea. That was the last hard part. From there it was a typical close-quarters bush scramble to get to the final peak. There ain't no further we can go. Cairn of stones dutifully noted and after a short search waiting for all members to join in, the cache was found. WOOHOO! How cool is this?

I enjoyed this cache tremendously, where's that favourite tick box again? Why can't I insert a number of ticks? One doesn't seem enough. The planning, the anticipation, the effort, the sheer terror and the amazing wonder. The friends, existing and new, and the smilie.

The return journey was not without it's own fun. I managed to get seperated from the forward walkers and a rear guard as we left the cache GZ, and so managed to find my own new track back to the cliff - that was fun in it's own right. Up the cliff (again, no rope assistance for me thankyou). Back along the razors - my left and rights got more mixed up going back, I call them right-handed razorbacks, but no issues. Then up the hill to the top (Hadn't noticed it was down hill earlier, seems to be a lot of up going on here). And back to the whomping Willow (check it out, you'll know what I mean). Long rest, and yes there's a photo of me grabbing a siesta while I could somewhere. Then down the hill and back to the cars.

Awesome. Just Awesome. Anyone wanting to bring me to similar places in the future ... count me IN!

Thanks, Herbz, just fantastic.

Find #1111 (how cool is that) being the 2nd of 24 today.

TFTC



Oh, OK, I'll make a slightly longer log entry, there was a small amount of effort expended on this one[B)]. We started at the bottom chipper and energetic. We being Fangsoki (thanks so much for the driving to and from), Agap2 (thanks for the company all day as well), Radnoski, L&L Junkie, Stairman1, Whint&Baddal (but no BadDal), Younger Whint (Good luck at Kokoda), Gaz&Kab, Captain Terror, and If (who for some reason was back for a second time). At first it was easy enough, and even the creek crossing was quickly and simply accomplished. Then there was a small hill.

Everest is a small hill.

This one went on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on abd, well, you get my point. Long hill climb that just kept going on. It had rained fairly solidly the day before, so in places the mud was a bit slimey and slippery, but there were no faceplants as far as I can recall. It took us about 1000 hours (or perhaps closer to one) to reach the top. Phew! Time for a short break.

Milliseconds later the fitter members of the group were refreshed and ready to go again, a few of wanted a longer break, but there was a cache to grab, and it was only 400m "over there", no more hill climbing. How hard can that be? [:o)]


{Continued below ... silly word limits...}

Arrived at the parking co-ordinates around 11pm and spent the night in the HiAce Hotel. Had a leisurely breakfast and set off at 9am with the folks listed in previous logs. As the hill went up, we huffed and puffed, some of us gasped and grimaced as well [xx(], but all arrived at the whomping willow that marks the start of the pinnacle track. At the first rocky section, there were several uncomplimentary comments about the lay of the land .
It's not until you start over the razorback sections, that you realise how far down it is on the western side. Clinging like leeches to the east is a bit unnerving, but with a bit of care, it's fairly straight-forward. Of course, if you slip and fall, it's going to hurt a lot, but the bushes and other rocks will probably catch you and you probably won't die .
Not so on the west. Peer over the edge and you can see your shadow way, way down in the valley. It's a sheer drop and no one lingered over the view. The second razorback is not so intimidating, but after that, the path(?) comes uncomfortably close to the edge several more times before a scramble down, of some 10m. After that, the rest is an easy walk through the scratchy bushes to GZ.
There's a clue to GZ and while several directionally-challenged people searched in one direction, I spotted the cache in the other direction [^]. Have you ever seen how tapping an ammo box brings the geocachers running ? Talk about Pavlov's dogs . There isn't much to see at GZ. The best views are on the way there, so with the book signed, we retraced our careful steps and arrived back at the carpark just over four hours after starting.

On a perfect sunny day it was time to conquer the pinnacle again
This time around I had a few fellow cachers for company and amusement
Good to meet everyone at this 'event' [^]

I was looking for an interesting cache for number 1300. Last weekend I ran in to the Captain of Terror at a Brissy Shopping complex. (honestly you would thing a Captain of Terror would have more important things to do than shop for pants)

Anyway Mr Terror said that they were attempted this cache today so I said "Hell Yes" (or something not quite as exciting by similarly confirming an affirmative response to the notion).

I met up with Mr Terror, The Fanged Soki, Mr If, the man of stairs, Gaz, Kab, Richard, Mr Prime, Mr Gap, Whint and junior Whint at the car park to start the walk.

The weather yesterday had been pretty ordinary but today was a great day for being out and about and clambering along cliff tops.

There were lots of people on the main track training for a Kokoda challenge or something. Most of the younger kids weren't that impressed by the concept of being out and about in the bush on a great day like this. Maybe the should discover geocaching to motivate them to get up that hill.

We weren't quite aware of the challenge that was before us when we left the track and headed for the pinnacle... but our first bit of the "razorback" got us up to speed with what to expect for the last bit of the journey. Lots of challenging sections but we made it to the pinnacle and were rewarded by a nice big cache.

I am not sure how you find these spot Team Herbz.... but I am glad you do. Thanks for the cache.

A very challenging walk with great views and heaps of fun. Glad I chose this one for 1300.

I will upload some photos but there will be heaps more (as usual) on www.facebook.com/geoadventure

Ripper of a cache!!!! Cheers!

*DING* went the "Favourite Point" Fairy *DING* *DING* *DING* (did you expect any less from me, Team Herbz? )

Radnoski, Gaz'n'Kab, Lat&Long Junkie, Captain Terror, Stairman1, Pprime (P`), If, Whint, Younger Whint, and I all met up to tackle this elusive cache. We had been a bit worried about the weather - given yesterday - but today was absolutely perfect.

Mr If was gracious enough to join us and act as a bit of a guide - which was much appreciated. We all set off rather chipper - Stairman1 and I were gasbagging a bit too much and managed to get lost early in the piece - but soon rejoined the others The uphill bit was not what I would describe as "pleasant" - but was certainly required to get us to GZ! There was a bit of mud on the ground - but nothing too bad.

We all took 5 at the "break-off" point from the main path toward said Pinnacle - this wasn't that bad in itself either.. we started to clamber over some rocks. Oh. Oh really? And the cache is how far along that?? Gosh I love heights. Nothing beats hanging on to some rock for dear life hoping this cache won't be your last. The mountain goats of the group took it in their stride. Personally, I didn't do too bad - I had recently done "Gorilla" and was up with the "lay of the land" on my rock scrambling abilities.

However, in true Fangsoki style, at times I crept along the "ridges" on hands and knees a few times. No shame in looking like a scared 5 year old girl - as long as you get the smiley and live to log the tale [^] The terrain varied a bit - it would even out - then go back to a "razor-esque ridge" again. We all gave each other encouragement - although I could do without Captain Terror's version of "encouragement" This cache, in my opinion, has earned every bit of its 4.5 terrain stars.

We finally arrived at GZ. After a bit of a fossick, Lat&Long Junkie found the required beast - safe and sound. We all signed the log. This made for Radnoski's 1300th find - congratulations to him. I had left my backpack at the start of the scramble and didn't have any water - and had to watch the cruel If devour a Pepsi in front of me

We got back to start of the scrambling without incident. The trip down was obviously a lot easier - with only a few slight slips in the clay.

Another fantastic Herbz cache indeed - and a great group to do it with. Many thanks again to If for "leading the way". Thanks to everyone for the companionship too TFTC Team Herbz & Holminators - your caches never disappoint

What an adventure! After attempting this one a month or so ago but unable to continue due to the rising water of the dam, I was keen to try again after I saw the directions had been altered!. We set off early on a perfect morning with a few extras in the party and after a heart pumping but enjoyable walk up the fire trail we checked the GPS and realised we had missed the turn off! :O (make sure you really keep aware for the turn onto the grassy footpad as we walked past if by about 400m, its is literally just at the top of the big climb.) Once we made the turn off it was all pretty straight forward and the fun really began! The scramble across took the most time but was awesome fun and the views were unbeatable. kudos to Herbz for a great cache! signed the log and left some argentina money TFTC

We checked and the raised water levels have indeed inundated the start of the original track. However it has been re-routed further upstream. The cache description has been amended accordingly and new waypoints added. Enjoy!

Looks like the rising level of Hinze Dam has affected the access track to the Pinnacle. We'll get up there to check it out soon. The track is part of the Kokoda Challenge route so I'm sure there will be an alternate route across the now flooded creek.

In the mean time, it is possible to access the Pinnacle from the Gold Coast Springbrook Road (over in the next valley). Park just over the creek near Polly's Kitchen Tea Rooms and follow the forestry track up the the Pinnacle ridge. We'll post some updated notes once we've checked it out.

We attempted this one yesterday full of enthusiasm and adventure only to be quickly snuffed out! It seems that at the bottom of the fire trail where you are supposed to cross the "creek" is now The Dam! I'm not sure if this is going to be permanently effected by the rise of the dam wall or just a result of the recent big rain on the coast but unless we had a canoe there was no way of getting across, I couldn't even see the other side. It may be possible to cut up to the right and then cross the creek further up and back track to the left branch of the track on the other side, but we thought better of it yesterday as it was really really hot. there was a car parked at on the road while we were there but didn't see anyone, so there may be a way of getting across.

Still very keen to do this walk so i hope there is an alternate route we can find. anyone have any info to share would be great!!

Cheers, Dan.

tftc i loved cimbing the mountain

What an awesome view had a fantastic adventure with geo mate and jnr geo's.Thanks Herbz PS Have taken trackable it is heading north for awhile.

This entry was edited by mitabe on Tuesday, 04 October 2011 at 12:58:01 UTC.

One of my best finds. Amazing climb and views. Found with mitabe. An awesome day

Just thought I would add to my favourite collection

Found this one with TassieGirl.
WOW what an adventure we had. The start of the track was easy and we made our way down to the creek, crossed that without getting wet feet then started our walk up and up. This part of the track sure is steepish and you soon see you are rising very quickly.
After about an hour walking we made it up to the turn off where the "willow" is mentioned. The track here was a little overgrown with long grass but there must be a steady number of walkers venture up here as it was easy to follow.
Finally we arrived at the point where the fun starts. This was TG's first attempt at something like this so we just took it very easy.
Plenty of hand and footholds so we made it across without drama.
Our next challange was the little 10 meter decent down to get into the saddle.
I headed down first and found an easier way just to the left where I guided TG down. She was having a ball and nothing was phasing her.
After that it was a pretty easy climb over a few rocks here and there, through the trees until we finally reached the top. After a quick look in the place where the GPS pointed we had the cache in hand and our names added to the log.
Found a little cleared spot about 20 meters away where we stopped and enjoyed the views while having our lunch.
Going back we saw in the distance a bit of rain comming but it was too far away to worry us. We back tracked the same way and made it all the way back in one piece.
Overall a great little walk that we both thoroughly enjoyed.
This one will definatly be going to my favorites list.
TFTC.

Razorbacks were testing during ascent but a pleasure coming back. Took nothing, left nothing. Tftc.