Mt Porepunkah Porepunkah, Victoria, Australia
By Geocaching Australia on 01-Sep-09. Waypoint TP1153

A Trig Point is a virtual cache which requires a cacher to locate the Trigonometric Station at GZ.

A trig point (also known as a Trigonometric Station) typically consists of a black disc on top of four metal legs or concrete pillar, resembling a navigation beacon. It is also accompanied by a metal disc, which is located directly below the center point of the tripod or on top of the pillar itself.

Trig points are generally located at the top of hills or points of prominence in the landscape. Many provide unique views and challenges, with some being difficult to get to.

These points were regarded as valuable to surveyors, providing reference points for measuring distance and direction, and assisting in the creation of maps.

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The original collection of trig points has been sourced from Geoscience Australia and may contain inaccuracies.

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This trig point is well worth visiting if you have the time for the spectacular views !!

But it is a longish up hill drive no matter which end of the Mount Porepunkah Road you start at.
One starting point is from the intersection of Great Alpine Road and One Mile Creek Road, at S36 41.123 E146 53.831 ( 2km west of Porepunkah).
Another starting point is on the backstreets of Bright at S36 43.482 E146 57.726.
There are other ways to get here as well !!
The road is a reasonably well maintained forestry road.
However the road is narrow and twisty and while suitable for 2WD, I wouldn't be towing a caravan up here !!

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Addtional Information
Source: Geoscience Australia
Type: Horizontal Control Point
Elevation: 1193.7
PID: 2950421
Other Information: Geoscience Australia