Muswellbrook Muswellbrook, New South Wales, Australia
By
Geocaching Australia on 19-Sep-09. Waypoint TP4990
Cache Details
| Difficulty: | |
| Terrain: | |
| Type: | TrigPoint |
| Container: | Other |
| Coordinates: | S32° 16.401' E150° 54.380' (WGS 84) |
| 56H 302811E 6427340N (UTM) | |
| Elevation: | 217 m |
| Local Government Area: | Muswellbrook |
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Description
A Trig Point is a virtual cache which requires a cacher to locate the Trigonometric Station at GZ.
Official code: TS3297
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.
Logs
Can't drive past a trig - especially if its up a fun 4WD track !
TFTC !!
Drove along the road and could see a track going up the hill but could not find an entry that was not on marked private property. Parked roadside 200meters from GZ and walked up the hill. The designation plate has been removed from the Concrete Plinth. Good view from up here. TFTT Geocaching Australia.
Cache Hunter: Zalgariath of Sydney
ICD^ Location Number: 041210#5/27
Mission Status: SUCCESS GCA#246
Hunt Time: Approach 5mins – GZ 1mins
Muggle Factor: 0 (Nil)
GAFF^^: 1 (Unassisted)
Cache Status: Good Condition
Report: Got the ute about 200m up the mud track before turning around and almost sliding all the way back down. Not recommended after rain, but on a dry day a 4x4 can make this a DB with ease. 2WD need to watch some pretty big ruts. So I parked the muddy ute and slogged up the steep hill. I lived in Muswellbrook for 2 years and never made it up here... goes to show! Great view from the top
“ZAL” Medals Awarded to GCA: “!!!$***”
GZ – (!)x3 (Good Choice)
Sneakiness – ($)x1 (Simple)
Overall – (*)x3 (Worth Stopping)
^Improvised Caching Device, ^^Geocaching Assistance Find Factor
Albida
you could drive up to this one if it hasn't rained.
great view.
