Seaford Area Port Noarlunga South, South Australia, Australia
By
Geocaching Australia on 02-Sep-09. Waypoint TP1992
Cache Details
| Difficulty: | |
| Terrain: | |
| Type: | TrigPoint |
| Container: | Other |
| Coordinates: | S35° 10.199' E138° 27.989' (WGS 84) |
| 54H 269265E 6105166N (UTM) | |
| Elevation: | 22 m |
| Local Government Area: | Onkaparinga |
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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.
One can park right next to this trig point and enjoy the view at any time of day. Trig can be touched, but it's impossible to stand underneath due to the shrubbery that is growing underneath it.
Addtional Information
Source: Geoscience Australia
Type: Horizontal Control Point
Elevation: 25.14
PID: 2949917
Other Information: Geoscience Australia
Logs
I almost attempted the survey marker under the trig, but the bushes were not going to allow it.
I remember the surf reports on the radio years ago talking about Trigs, now I know where it is.
Based at Willunga house-sitting for a few weeks, today we set off via McLaren Vale to Port Noarlunga for lunch - how many caches can we find on the way I wonder?
Found while caching in the area.
During my trip here achieved 4x FTF's (GA), picked up a dozen moveables; plus the highlight being my D/T grid (GC) now filled after finding one up a tree.
Huge THANK YOU to local cachers: J&J, Laighside Legends, andrewbt, Atreyu1982, Blackadders, OzGrumpy, weredunn4 & Jacknor whom all contributed towards my success.
What an adventure, visiting: Adelaide CBD, Showground, Glenelg & Seacliff Holdfast Bay, McLaren Vale, Onkaparinga, Hawthorndene, Carrick Hill, Kensington Park, Teringie, Prospect, Elizabeth, Port Adelaide, Garden Island, Gawler, Nuriootpa Barrossa; and an impressive collection of planes at Greenock Aviation Museum!
Thanks
Albida.
TFTT
A bit dark, being at night time.
Was happy though to find this GCA trig today.
TFTC GCA.
can't upload the image of my iPhone )
A lovely view out to sea during the day and have often just gone for a drive along this foreshore over many years, as the views are just so nice.
Cheers
