Talbot Peak-Telbit PM 5 Baw Baw, Victoria, Australia
By Geocaching Australia on 01-Sep-09. Waypoint TP1636

Cache Details

Difficulty:
Terrain:
Type:	TrigPoint
Container:	Other
Coordinates:	S37° 52.340' E146° 20.483' (WGS 84)
	55H 442074E 5808145N (UTM)
Elevation:	1514 m
Local Government Area:	Baw Baw

Map

Whodunit Difficulty

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.

Using the web-based "Survey Marks Enquiry Service (SMES)", the details for this trig station have being acquired.
The name of this cache has changed from the former “Talbot Peak" to “Talbot Peak-Telbit PM 5”.

http://maps.land.vic.gov.au/lassi/downloadSketches.do?MARK_ID=13478

Addtional Information
Source: Geoscience Australia
Type: Horizontal Control Point
Elevation: 1516.6
PID: 2946532
Other Information: Geoscience Australia

Logs

21-Jan-24

IereHay

I stopped here on my walk of the AAWT , geocaching, just off the track. Odd place for a trig under the trees.

06-Feb-22

Kashbound

Was trekking through the area for a geocaching event and wandered up here for this trig well its been a while since the last find so I'm adding my picture today TFTC

24-Jan-15

darsenator

Found whilst hiking from 'Mushroom Rocks'
No views but great to be out in nature Mr. Green

A gentle stroll into the scrub as you turn away from the AAWT will take you to the trig (50 meters).
If you're approaching from the Talbot chimney...the trig will be to the left.

Look out for a set of granite rocks besides the AAWT which act as a reference point for direction (check out my gallery).

Rated: for Overall Experience

25-Apr-14

sedgwickDave

another trig point found. not much of a view, sort of see it thru the trees.

02-Mar-14

ahomburg

After camping at Mushroom rocks overnight, I headed up the hill to check out this trig point. A bit of a climb but unfortunately no real view. Definitely a great place to go for a walk.

Rated: for Overall Experience

22-Dec-10

Riddell

We had a walk between Mt Saint Gwinear and Mt Erica and this trig point just happened to be on the way so we took a photo of Mrs Riddell and the GPSr at it. We had to push our way through the foliage and over the rocks to get to it and there was no view to speak of. It was relatively easy to get to though.
Thanks for the challenge.

Rated: for Overall Experience