Cumbertine TS1732 Hill Top, New South Wales, Australia
By Geocaching Australia on 07-Mar-21. Waypoint TP13225

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Type: TrigPoint
Container: Other
Coordinates: S34° 21.259' E150° 27.836' (WGS 84)
  56H 266748E 6195642N (UTM)
Elevation: 705 m
Local Government Area: Wingecarribee

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A relaxing 2km walk from the fire trail gate to a great old trig in fine condition, sitting on a rocky outcrop.

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 centre point of the tripod or on top of the pillar itself. In this case, an old-style rock cairn with wooden post and metal vanes. 

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 access. 

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. You are encouraged to leave a description of your journey in your log to help others in finding the trig point.

Official Code: TS1732
Official Name: Cumbertine 

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02-Oct-23
On a HOT afternoon drive down this way – it seemed cooler here then Sydney western suburbs – parked at gate & did the walk – once I reached trig & took of backpack it felt like a air conditioner on my chest & back as the wind through the valley hit me – a very nice walk & trig – many thanks alnic39
 
07-Mar-21
I spotted this on the SIXmaps over a year ago and came down to find it way back then, but I was unsure of the terrain and decided to leave it for another time. Today was the day and there was nothing to worry about. It is an easy walk for a 20 minutes (that's using my knees) or quicker if you are younger. Cairn, post and vanes in excellent condition for its age. I wish I could say the same for myself.
 
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