Mount Arthur ST309 Patersonia, Tasmania, Australia
By
Geocaching Australia on 23-Nov-09. Waypoint TP5223
Cache Details
| Difficulty: | |
| Terrain: | |
| Type: | TrigPoint |
| Container: | Other |
| Coordinates: | S41° 16.660' E147° 17.384' (WGS 84) |
| 55G 524264E 5430378N (UTM) | |
| Elevation: | 1181 m |
| Local Government Area: | Launceston |
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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.
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.
Additonal Information
Source: sirius Tas
Logs
Cheers,
The Hancock Clan
Despite a bit of lower cloud obscuring the views, we had clear but cool weather up here, with an occasional chilly wind.
A magic spot and Mount Barrow emerged out out of the cloud in the distance.
Two great trigs, thanks for bringing me here.
Found with AlbyDangles during an fantastic weekend's geocaching.
We walked up from Mountain Road through the lovely myrtle forest.
This is a great example of a traditional trig point.
A bit of a tricky climb to finally get to the top.
Found with EeePees during another fantastic weekend away.
Found on Saturday 26 June 2021 at 1314
TFTC"
After climbing both St Patricks Head and South Sister over the past 10 days it was off to tackle Mt Arthur for the 3rd time.
The weather forecast was for a fairly hot day, just hope its a bit cooler on top.
My last visit here was to find a gc cache...King of Camelot which was so hard to find it took two visits up the Mt and around 90 min in total to find it.
Unfortunately trig points weren't listed as gca caches back, hence anorher trip up was required to both the fire cabin and the Trig cairn.
Back then I had my trusty canine companion with me...aka sirius....but sadly his age now precludes him from doing any more bushwalks and mountain climbs, but as soon as I had put my hat and boots on, Murder(the younger of the two canine family....4 yo) started to get pretty excited as he just loves both bush walking and travelling around in the geo fourby.
My eldest canine...Sirius...is now too old(16.9 y.o.) to leave the comfort of his bed in front of the wood heater...which has an electric blanket of course(which he just loves and is great for his arthritis). Having walked 100's of km's with me geocaching over the years up numerous mountains, bush walking along many trails plus along vast stretches of beaches etc while geocaching, he has certainly earned his rest..an amazing companion who never gave up no matter how hard it got for him...a truly remarkeable and treasured companion.
So now Murder has the opportunity to retrace the footsteps of his elder canine mate...sirius.
After 2 hrs or so of driving we finally arrived at the parking area next to the shed at the end of a well gravelled spur road. The last time here a locked gate was encountered about half way up, so this time a considerable amount of walking time was saved.
From here it's a steady climb up through beautiful but stunted myrtle forest and climbing up and over many boulder sections.
Murder with his long legs bounded up with ease, though one climb up a boulder took a couple of attempts.
After 31min from the shed we both arrived at the old fire cabin which has seen better days.The views from up here today are absolutely awesome though a little hazy on the horizon.
After Murder stood in for his photo opp, it was then off across the plateau to visit the Mt Arthur Trig cairn.
The trip across the plateau to the cairn only took a further 20min, where along the way Murder was able to get a good drink from running water, but exoect that will soon dry up over the summer.
A good rock scramble soon had Murder at the base of the cairn, right under the visitors log book container. There was a lovely cooling breeze here as Murder obligingly stood in for his 2nd photo op for the day.
Extensive views out to Bass Strait and far inland. An excellent walk and highly reccommended to all....cheers ST.
Its now back down to find some more GA caches before heading home.
