TS4246 - Tabbimoble Tabbimoble, New South Wales, Australia
By Geocaching Australia on 22-Aug-20. Waypoint TP13112

Cache Details

Difficulty:
Terrain:
Type:	TrigPoint
Container:	Other
Coordinates:	S29° 13.886' E153° 12.322' (WGS 84)
	56J 519958E 6766355N (UTM)
Elevation:	201 m
Local Government Area:	Richmond Valley

Map

Whodunit State

Description

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.

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 has 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: Turn into Glencoe Road from the Pacific Highway. Follow through and take left fork on Range Rd. Pass McFadden Rd and Pine Rd. Park at old gate (-29.232324, 153.206921) and walk 15 steeply uphill following the old tick fence.

Logs

22-Aug-20

MattyRx

I’ve seen this trig on the map for a while. I even tried to access it once, but Glencoe Road was closed due to the construction on the Pacific Highway. Drove on into the state forest today – there was a sign saying that the forest was closed to the public, but I could see a few other vehicles here – some blokes out on their motorbikes. That would be the best mode of transport to access this trig. I managed to drive to within about 1km of the trig in my 2WD SUV – but it was dry. 4WD only in the wet I’m afraid.

I parked at a badly rutted piece of road and walked on up to the old tick fence. A short, but steep climb later and I was on top of the little hill – with a nicely presented rock cairn with a trig pole wedged through the middle of it. Great to add another one to the list! Even though the track/motorbike trail is so close, I doubt anyone makes the effort to get to the top of this mount to visit the trig.

Trig is in good condition, considering it’s age and the face that the place was gutted by fire last summer. The name plate is up high, and the vanes all present and accounted for. Twisted wire spaces them out. The rocky cairn is neat and the pole in good condition. A great little adventure to a forgotten geodetic marker.

Rated: for Overall Experience