Narrabundah Hill, Weston Creek, ACT Weston Creek, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
By Geocaching Australia on 01-Jul-09. Waypoint TP4938

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Type: TrigPoint
Container: Other
Coordinates: S35° 20.233' E149° 1.345' (WGS 84)
  55H 683801E 6087683N (UTM)
Elevation: 687 m
Local Government Area: Australian Capital Territory

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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.

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20-Oct-23
An unexpected find on my Walking For Pleasure walk - I had thought I’d already claimed this one, but apparently not. TFTT - photo attached.
 
26-Aug-23
Today I was back up on this hill chasing down GC caches. Luckily for me one was located right at this TP. Now I can claim this trig as my photo was taken. TFTT Geocaching Australia
 
17-Sep-20
In the area with G and La_Shee collecting a couple of random GCs that I hadn't found. I remembered the trig and searched it out by torchlight while G and La_Shee waited for me on the track. Such great views of the lights from here.
 
30-Aug-20
Out for a walk to regain fitness after knee replacement surgery.

A good days caching!

I am Grumpy, companion of Tiger!
In memory of THEOLDREV.
 
22-Apr-19
Met the hill runners again that I saw on Cooleman...also spoke to some cows.
 
24-Jul-18
Found on a clear but very cool afternoon in winter. Decided to ride the area to collect some of the NRL-themed traditionals in the area. Saw this trig from well below, so was pleased to be able to make my way up here to log this trig point. Photo is a panoramic view with Black Mountain tower just visible through the legs of the trig. My bike is leaning against the leg. From here tried to find Deek's Pin trad close by, but had to give up as I was freezing.
Fantastic views of most of the ACT from here Very Happy
 
10-Nov-17
Our main purposes for coming into the Narrabundah Hill area was to look for some puzzles we had solved and to find as many of the NRL caches as possible. Whilst here a short detour was made to the top of the hill so that we could claim this trig point and look for a nearby GC cache. It was a very warm morning (and it got a lot hotter later in the afternoon) and we found it a little bit of a challenge to get to the trig point. So, we were pleased when we got there and the required photo was taken and has now been added to the Gallery (our bag is next to the closest leg of the beacon). Thanks Geocaching Australia for the cache.
 
06-Aug-17
I was in the area, decided to pop up and grab the nearby GC cache, and visit this trig... I had been here before, but the GC cache was missing and it was too dark for a decent selfie at the trig... didn't log it then because I knew I would be back here when the missing cache was replaced ... took a bit longer to get back here than I thought though...
 
26-Jul-17
found tonight!
 
12-Jul-17
F(H)ound It! @ 3:50 PM

Made a beeline from a nearby GCA cache and ran straight into a fence. There was nothing for it but to head back down to the gate. No worries, this is not a very big hill. A small hill, but with lovely 360 views.

Ridgeo-pup pic attached:
 
02-Jun-17
I don't really do GCA caches unless I literally stumble across them.
Well I was doing the nearby NRL GC series and noticed this trig was only a short walk off the path.
It's a trig so there must be a trig point cache, so I pulled out my phone, took the short stroll over and took some pics.
Once home I loaded up the map and sure enough there it was!

Thanks! Very Happy
 
06-Jan-17
First Trig today collected while geocaching in this area. Lovely views as usual
 
11-Sep-16
I was headed home after caching in the Blue Range area, so decided to add this one to my finds.
 
27-Jun-16
A nice easy TP, and my first, to stop at with the Geokids on the way past to grab a few other caches after school. Photo of kids not me as they are better looking Smile Tftc
 
13-Jun-16
A lovely easy meander up Narrabundah Hill. Was pleasantly surprised to find cows on the trail, and there were black cockatoos everywhere.
 
28-Mar-16
Came to Canberra over Easter and visited a few Trig Points while here. There are lots of great high spots all around Canberra where you can get great views. These areas are part of the Canberra Nature Park which is made up of 33 separate areas with lots of walking and bike tracks. Its well worth the time to visit while in Canberra. Thanks GCA for listing these Trig Points. Smile
 
02-Nov-15
It's all about the Trig (and Paris Bear).
This photo, July 2015 on a cold blustery Sunday morning. There was snow visible on the ranges - nice!
Thanx GA for including Trigs as loggable caches, as Trig walks are what got me into Geocaching in the first place
 
11-Aug-15
Easy diversion on the way to Deek's Pine. Great view but it really catches the cold winds.
 
31-May-15
I was just thinking why there wasn't a trig on this hill when suddenly there it was! Certainly was puffing on the way up but spectacular views once I got up there. Geez the wind was frigid though and my fingers were not enjoying it. TFTT
 
08-Jan-15
Came to Narrabundah Hill area for a bender on Sol De Lune caches and spotted a trig from down below. Sure enough it was a Trig Cache, so I am pleased to be logging this unexpected find.
There was lots of long grass, so there was lots of stomping and then a fairly dodgy photo. Never mind, it is to prove that MajuraHathi was there!
Thanks for the Trig cache!
Cheers
MajuraHathi
 
13-Sep-14
Stopped at this one during a quick walk around this corner of Canberra. Great views, plenty of caches around Smile
 
10-Mar-14
#GA117 - 18:45; I'd just aboput finished the trail I'd come out this way to log and picked up a few extras by the time I'd made it to the top of the hill. Happy to pick up another trig and take in some great views, then it was on my way for the last two GC finds of the day. TFTC GA Clapping
 
01-Mar-14
We were around this hills collecting a few and stopped here on the way past.
 
01-Mar-14
Collected this one in the company of FurfacesLL and specimenX while on a mission to complete the NRL series. Was nice and overcast today, perfect bushwalking weather. Thanks for the Trig find Smile
 
04-Jan-14
stumbled across this trig while collecting the nrl series
 
04-Jul-13
Was up here today and grabbed this trig. Unfortunately, my phone no longer can upload photos but I will get one with my digital camera next time I am here. Great views!
 
10-Jun-13
Bumped into this one as I was riding my bike in this great area!
 
07-Apr-13
What a great place to walk - spent some time over two days finding the NRL Sol de lune series and others in and around this nature reserve - thanks for the cache with a great view
 
26-Mar-13
Spotted while doing the NRL series.
Nice to find a bonus on the way past.
TFTC
 
08-Mar-13
Made a diversion here while hunting NRL caches Very Happy Nice to find a trig point that's in good condition, is easily accessible, and has good views of the area. Great spot!
 
13-Jul-12
Nice little trig!
 
21-Jun-12
A night time visit with great views.
 
03-Apr-12
found this one before work...suprising how many other people were here!
now desperately trying to dry my shoes/pants before work! Smile

I may regret taking the short and sharp way (what do you mean only 300 and something metres away from the car? sounds easy!)
but hey...don't have to walk up here for this trig again! Very Happy

also very glad I didn't attempt it during serious hayfever season. I don't do pine needles well Smile
 
26-Mar-12
Following a longer than planed stop at Deek's Pines, I walked past here and took the Panorama picture before descending in rapid speed.
 
14-Jan-12
Found on a froggy walk around the Hill with Just a cacher and Candy Cane.
 
Have been up here before chasing caches but never got a photo, so popped up to snap it today. An enjoyable short walk and was at the trig. Good views from here.
 
24-Dec-11
Found @ 1310 (it wasn't hard Think ). Will add my photo to the log - once I remember how!
 
18-Dec-11
I frequent this hill most weekend, walking geodog in and around this area, but todays visit was on Frogging business, dropped off two picked and dropped off another.
While entering the reserve notice someone taking there Lama on a walk too actually they had two in tow.. lmao.. Ribbit
 
11-Dec-11
Came up here today with mr_roo (who already has this one) and jaralah3 who this became their first trig - Yah congrats guys.

Nice views from this one for little effort.
 
26-Nov-11
Found while finding the other caches in this area. Apparently the rocks under this trig are swarming with millipedes according to Dark_pixie so watch out people there is probably a single millipede there.
 
13-Oct-11
Grabbed this one while doing GC caches in the area. Great views.
 
29-Jul-11
GCA 199 - 4097.

Catching up on another Trig visited when finding a nearby GC Cache - in this case "Deek's Pines" on 12 May 2008 - a very nice cache !!

TFTC !!
 
26-Jul-11
Found on an afternoon before soccer training. Very nice view. Thanks. Clapping
 
19-Apr-11
Another of those I've passed many a time. Finally made the effort to log it.

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01-Apr-11
Catching up on early trig visits......

Visited this one on 29 September 2008 when finding the Deeks Pines cache. Nice views of the other side of town Wink

Thanks for the trig.
 
20-Feb-11
Been a while since I've been up here. Nice easy walk today to find the views just a s good......on this almost perfect day.
 
29-Aug-10
A perfect nearly spring, day. Just right for walking up hills.
 
18-Jul-10
A quick walk up to the top for this one as I was expecting a call that came in just as I accessed the GZ 'good timing', I had time for a quick photo and off home again PDQ. Hardly even had time to enjoy the view.
 
23-May-10
A not so early start but this was the first of the day, on a pleasant morning of cruising around the inner suburbs with McPhan.
 
08-May-10
Walked up the hill with CT and visited again

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08-May-10
Made a slight detour up here on the way to another nearby GC cache.
 
06-May-10
I visited this trig today. A very pleasant place!
 
04-May-10
After a nice arvo's caching, CazBol and I grabbed this one just as the weather descended. We were saturated and hammered by hail on our descent - it was quite 'brisk' lolol
 
12-Apr-10
While getting a number of other GC.com caches I had to pop by and get this trig point as well. Have never been here so well worth the visit. Photo to be uploaded later tonight!
 
06-Dec-09
One of 7 trigs climbed this morning! Nice views!
 
15-Nov-09
52+1683=1735

Could only vaguely remember the trig so decided to visit this again before I logged it. Great views

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10-Nov-09
Had to head up the hill to do a spot of checking on Deek's Pines. All good on both counts.

TFTC and some great views (in my biased opinion)
 
09-Nov-09
Nice cool walk in the early morning. Lovely view from top. Thanks.
 
18-Oct-09
Was up here caching on the 12th July 2009 when I visited this trig
 
05-Oct-09
In the spirit of previously visited spots I was here on 28/7/08. Albida
 
23-Sep-09
I've been up here before on the MTB, chasing caches in fact, but, hey, I'm always up for another short jaunt up a tiny hill. Up I go, a bit dark as shown by the pics, but it was nice to see the city lights at night.
 
25-Jul-09
Logged this one a while ago caching with JmanJezza and his kids (pictured)
 
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