TS6650 - Peates Mountain Whian Whian, New South Wales, Australia
By Geocaching Australia on 08-Mar-20. Waypoint TP13022

Cache Details

Difficulty:
Terrain:
Type:	TrigPoint
Container:	Other
Coordinates:	S28° 34.726' E153° 22.306' (WGS 84)
	56J 536356E 6838625N (UTM)
Elevation:	590 m
Local Government Area:	Lismore City

Map

Whodunit State

Description

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

Official Code: TS6650
Official Name: PEATES MOUNTAIN

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.

To log a find on the Geocaching Australia website, you will need to include a picture of the trig point, along with your GPS receiver and (preferably) yourself. Long distance / telephoto type pictures are against the spirit of this cache. You are encouraged to leave a description of your journey in your log to help others in finding the trig point.

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

Please respect local laws and regulations when searching for trig points. If you believe that a trig point is located on private property or in a dangerous location, you may archive the cache, by clicking on Log this Cache and place an "Archived" log on the Geocaching Australia website.

If you feel that you can add to the description of this trig point or adjust the difficulty / terrain ratings, please feel free to edit this cache and amend the information suitably. Vandalism of the cache description or other information will result in your account being terminated.

Access: Park at Rummery Camp Ground. Take the signposted walk to Peates Mountain (3.5km one way) OR Walk/Drive/Ride from the Campground into Peates Mountain Road. In good conditions you can drive within 250m of the trig.

Logs

11-Mar-20

GazaC

I really enjoy this park of the forest, but I've never been to the top of Peates mountain before today. Not a bad walk at all, and some fantastic bits of bushland regenerating nicely. blessed be the trig gods, for they have brought me here.
I'm a Gnome, duh!

08-Mar-20

MattyRx

I've been wanting to check out this trig for a while, so made the trip today. I get to gaze out at Peates Mountain every day, it's this big huge thing in the distance when looking out from my front verandah. I drove to Rummary Park Campground, where there were a lot of weekend campers today. Decided to take the walking track to the mountain, then walk back via Peates Mountain Road. About 1km in the effect of last years bushfires could be seen. This made a couple of sections of the track difficult to identify, but most of the path was well defined. Eventually ended up at the summit, where an old State Forest sign remains, as does the footings of the old fire tower. Would have been great to see the views up here back in the day - but it's all quite overgrown now. A great climb, and the trig is standing in good conditions. A typical concrete pillar with nameplate is at the mountain top; according to SIX notes - the mast and vanes were moved to a shed at the campgrounds back in 1981. A great walk and a great place to camp. Free BBQs at the campgrounds too, perfect place for a picnic.

Rated: for Overall Experience