The Long Hill 192/580 Sassafras, Tasmania, Australia
By Geocaching Australia on 23-Nov-09. Waypoint TP5240

Cache Details

Difficulty:
Terrain:
Type:	TrigPoint
Container:	Other
Coordinates:	S41° 21.298' E146° 29.736' (WGS 84)
	55G 457807E 5421714N (UTM)
Elevation:	254 m
Local Government Area:	Latrobe

Map

Whodunit Geocache

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

09-Apr-21

Hilberts

Walked kids up as the track looked like it has overgrown more since last visitors. Interesting to see how trig has changed. Tftc

15-Jun-19

DEZ055

Found this trig today while out and about. Track is very well over grown, but guess what I made that turn in 4 turns in my ranger.
This trig has seen better days. TFTC Clan Cerberus

Rated: for Overall Experience

10-Jan-16

OldSaint

The first day of a four day trip racking up 1535kms Starting at Huonville to Ulverstone (Night One); to Marrawah (Night 2); Arthur River back to Burnie (Night 3) and day four to Launceston and back to Huonville - a great trip!

This was the second cache of the trip. The Subi handled the trip to the cache with ease. However, turning around to leave required a six or seven point turn to get the wagon headed in the right direction. One car didn't quite get the turning around quite right and is still there!!
The trig has been some what destroyed but there is still enough of it to be recognised.

Quick, easy find; Sainting the cache at 1415hrs.
TFTC and cheers
OldSaint

Rated: for Overall Experience

17-Sep-13

Budgietas

Found this trig point, well twisted metal that used to be a trig point

01-Sep-13

2y'stassies

192/580 obtained from DPIW ListMap database and added to trig point name

30-Nov-12

M5 Clan

knowing that there was a 2 for 1 deal here a trip in the 4WD was on. after a great drive up we realised that the GPS was not in the car. Upon reaching the top the trig point has been reduced to twisted metal and concrete. at least we got one and will have to make the return journey with GPS next time. Took photo of it on my phone but didnt turn out to well

12-Oct-12

razork

No problems with the dip at the start and a nice climb to park next to the trig point. The trig has seen better days and all that is left are a few short remnants of the base legs in the concrete. The view back towards the highway was good but it will not last long as the trees are growing quickly.

27-Sep-11

Landy_clan

yep trimbletas you win. Maybe 30 was a bit high but it sure did take a few turns on the wheel. Who did that to the trig ??? What can one say, Crying or Very sad

26-Sep-11

Trimbletas

In nearby Mersey Lea today so I thought I would sneak up Long Hill Rd a get a two-for' . checked out the ditch on the 4WD track at the start. Very hessitant to drive over it. Thought stuff it, I'm in a Hilux. Pray

Sooo over I went.SCRAAPE. Whoops. That's right I have a Tow Bar. Meanwhile at the top Looked at the space to turn and remembered Landy Clan's 30 Point Turn in the logs. I can do it in less. 7 point turn. beat that! And in a Dual Cab Hilux!! Dancing

Trig looks like it has seen better days.

Rated: for Overall Experience

10-Aug-11

Tassie Trekkers

A rough trip up to the top windy and cold once there.

13-Feb-11

TeamSwampy

Found on the DDTTWE trip up west.
Had to walk past this one to find a cache nearby.
Vehicle still there - details passed on.

Rated: for Overall Experience

12-Feb-11

TimTamToo

Did this one at the same time as A long view.

11-Feb-11

Neribil

Walked the last few hundred meters to the trig, reasonable views with the low cloud cover. Thanks

Rated: for Overall Experience

27-Jun-10

CarrollEyre

An easily accessible trig point with ideal scenes of forestry and farm land. The Eyrettes enjoyed exploring the surrounding bushland with a couple of friends and they thought that the stroll up the hill just hard enough to be enjoyable. The nearby crashed and trashed car was not so pleasant but made a good place to hide "the fugitive" moveable cache. Thanks GCA.

Rated: for Overall Experience

19-Jun-10

Tas_Terriers

rather briliant view Very Happy

thanks for the Cache

Rated: for Overall Experience

19-Jun-10

Landy_clan

Drove up in the Landy. Did the 30 point turn to get back down. Top view in all directions.

22-May-10

beetles2

Took the easy way up in the 4WD. Great views.

Rated: for Overall Experience

20-May-10

2y'stassies

Beautiful day, pleasant walk and plenty of parrots to keep us company. Good views from the trig point.

18-Mar-10

3daygrowth

Second visit up here, this time took the easy way in Red Tags 4WD.

18-Mar-10

red tag

Grabbed the trig while picking up a cache only a few metres away.

18-Jan-10

sirius Tas

Up here checking on nearby cache...all's well there. Top day with good views. Did a bit of trimming for those of us who drive up. TFTC...Cheers.

Rated: for Overall Experience

23-Dec-09

Dippedidooda

Made an impulsive decision for a quick walk up here on way past, as I'd just eaten a huge biscuit from Etc! (Walk up probably only takes 15 mins though). It was a glorious evening, about 6pm and still really warm. The snatches of the views at the top were very nice, but the razed landscape for part of the way up isn't so scenic. Checked on the nearby cache "A Long View" which is still in perfect condition. On the one hand I think why didn't I take a photo of the trig the last time I was here, but on the other hand it is really nice to have a reason to re-walk some of these hills. Another good 'un, Geocaching Australia!