Mt Cottrell, Melton, Victoria Mount Cottrell, Victoria, Australia
By
Geocaching Australia on 31-Dec-09. Waypoint TP5304
Cache Details
| Difficulty: | |
| Terrain: | |
| Type: | TrigPoint |
| Container: | Other |
| Coordinates: | S37° 45.773' E144° 37.404' (WGS 84) |
| 55H 290655E 5817833N (UTM) | |
| Elevation: | 204 m |
| Local Government Area: | Melton |
/144.6234,-37.762883,14/400x200?access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiY2F1Z2h0YXR3b3JrIiwiYSI6ImNqa2l4ZzNzMDE5bjgzdm1sZGpuODF1Mm0ifQ.q8YMzVyzDJJlJHHV8EMjwQ)
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.
Logs
I arrived at the gate to see the signs. I took a shot with my phone, as well as the long lens. As I was getting ready to go, a resident turned up. He was friendly and explained the signs, as well as the sensitive nature of the communications installation. He did not know what the trig was for, but was glad to learn about something knew. He is leasing part of the property, but not the part that the trig sits on. For that reason, I did not ask for permission to walk up the hill. I'm happy for this to remain a long shot trig.
Rated: for Overall Experience
Dropped passed and grabbed the required pics (albeit at a distance) owing to the signs warning of no entrance.
Thanks for the TP. Appreciate your efforts
Thanks for the TP. Appreciate your efforts
Rated: for Overall Experience
We were in the Mount Cottrell area earlier today when we realised that this trig point was nearby. We tried a number of access points and eventually found a location where we could get a clear view of the trig point. Two photos have been added to the Gallery: Mrs y'stassie in the foreground with the trig point on the hill behind; and a closer view of the trig point. Thanks Geocaching Australia for the cache,
20:30
I've been meaning to take a walk up this hill since logging the late Spindoc Bob's Western Sprawl cache back in 2013. Tonight, as I was driving past with some time to kill before playing Dad's Taxi, I thought, "What the hell."
Pah! to the plethora of stupid signage at the gate.
After so long without a decent leg stretch to a Trig Point, it felt so good to exercise those muscles. And enjoy a view of the urban sprawl.
And a toast to Darren. We miss you, mate.
GCA#450
I've been meaning to take a walk up this hill since logging the late Spindoc Bob's Western Sprawl cache back in 2013. Tonight, as I was driving past with some time to kill before playing Dad's Taxi, I thought, "What the hell."
Pah! to the plethora of stupid signage at the gate.
After so long without a decent leg stretch to a Trig Point, it felt so good to exercise those muscles. And enjoy a view of the urban sprawl.
And a toast to Darren. We miss you, mate.
GCA#450
Rated: for Overall Experience
One of the many trigs we have found in our travels.
Many thanks Geocaching Australia for publishing this cache for our enjoyment and adding to our geocaching experience.
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Parked at GC posted coord here as request for heading up Cottrell earthcache and trig.
Looked at the gate with note... not authorised to go through.
Read previous the GC description.
I go up anyway..
Beautiful sunny day for a walk up there.
Great view here.
thanks
Looked at the gate with note... not authorised to go through.
Read previous the GC description.
I go up anyway..
Beautiful sunny day for a walk up there.
Great view here.
thanks
1605 While up the hill to get an Earthcache I grabbed a couple of photos of the trig too. Nice views all around today.
A 'three-legged quadrapod' ?!?
A 'three-legged quadrapod' ?!?
Came here to do an Earthcache with gmj3191 today, this was an added bonus. Awesome views though we were a tad confused as to why the city seemed to be covered in a fog like substance on such a beautifully clear day.
Thanks for this Trig, gotta love em
Thanks for this Trig, gotta love em
Rated: for Overall Experience
Out west on a big caching expedition with Lemmykc.
Suddenly we found ourselves on the top of a shield volcano at a Trig Point.
It was a beautiful day and the city was just visible through the haze to the east. Also did the earthcache here, a lot of bang for our buck, especially with a trad at the entrance gate too.
Thanks GCA.
Suddenly we found ourselves on the top of a shield volcano at a Trig Point.
It was a beautiful day and the city was just visible through the haze to the east. Also did the earthcache here, a lot of bang for our buck, especially with a trad at the entrance gate too.
Thanks GCA.
Rated: for Overall Experience
Found on the way to the Intervening Days V event.
Great views from GZ.
Great views from GZ.
Rated: for Overall Experience
15:45
Great views and worth the walk up the hill.
TNLN . . . SL . . Thanks for the hunt Geocaching Australia.
Great views and worth the walk up the hill.
TNLN . . . SL . . Thanks for the hunt Geocaching Australia.
Rated: for Overall Experience
I decided to try for this trig point on this quite warm Good Friday. Thankfully the Easter break meant the traffic was a lot more pleasant than usual 
and at 14:00, I found myself admiring the views from this one. Unfortunately, the city was a bit murky but you could see it there in the distance 
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Many thanks Geocaching Australia.
and at 14:00, I found myself admiring the views from this one. Unfortunately, the city was a bit murky but you could see it there in the distance .Many thanks Geocaching Australia.
What a lovely climb up the hill. Another TP to tick off!
Rated: for Overall Experience
Came here to see this ex-volcano and log the Earthcache and another (an ex-Genome race 2010-11 cache?) too. Thankfully this mount isnt too high and an easy walk on this warm day. Half way up I wish I'd brought my camera with me, as the views are great
Photo taken with my GPS's (poor) inbuilt camera - tweaked and scaled down with The GIMP...
Photo taken with my GPS's (poor) inbuilt camera - tweaked and scaled down with The GIMP...
Came here to log an Earthcache, but also for this trig.
Amazing views from here! See for miles into the horizon!
Amazing views from here! See for miles into the horizon!
Rated: for Overall Experience
Found this one some time ago too in fact in April, and have been waiting to find out how to log the photo. I think I can now.
Every time I go past I look at it and think volcano. I am surprised that I have lived here for over 30 years and not known about it. THanks for enlightening me.
I could see way out into the bay and all around -fantastic.
Every time I go past I look at it and think volcano. I am surprised that I have lived here for over 30 years and not known about it. THanks for enlightening me.
I could see way out into the bay and all around -fantastic.
Rated: for Overall Experience
Even though we live so close we've never been up here before. On a clear day I'd recommend this view.
We found this one while doing the nearby Earthcache.
There are some great views to be had here!
TFTC
There are some great views to be had here!
TFTC
Rated: for Overall Experience
Found this cache last week. Great views up here, but the photos not so good. I went back today to try for better pictures; the weather was even better allowing 360 views with Melbourne skyline and the bay clearly visible.
Rated: for Overall Experience
I was on my home from work, after leaving early for Christmas, and I thought I'd nail the Cottrell cache trifecta . After locating the "Urban Sprawl" cache, I hopped over the fence and went to the summit. On my way, I disturbed a small mob of grey kangaroos and there was raptor flying overhead. It was a sunny clear afternoon with good views to the south, north and west - a little hazy to the east. I took the photo. of the trig point from the roadway; being on my own, I didn't want to risk any nasty encounters with any reptiles. Also, took a photo of the aero. facility to ensure that it wasn't just any *old* trig. point. Enjoyed the diversion and scored the cache trifecta. TFTC
. After locating the "Urban Sprawl" cache, I hopped over the fence and went to the summit. On my way, I disturbed a small mob of grey kangaroos and there was raptor flying overhead. It was a sunny clear afternoon with good views to the south, north and west - a little hazy to the east. I took the photo. of the trig point from the roadway; being on my own, I didn't want to risk any nasty encounters with any reptiles. Also, took a photo of the aero. facility to ensure that it wasn't just any *old* trig. point. Enjoyed the diversion and scored the cache trifecta. TFTC Rated: for Overall Experience
Terrific views up here. A bit cold and windy on Friday though.
TFTC
TFTC
Rated: for Overall Experience
Found by baby&Mrs gopher on a cold afternoon in company with Team Ladav at 1420.A pleasant walk up the track.Our first TP cache.The views from here are awsome especially with the local model areoclub flying acrobatics nearby.
Rated: for Overall Experience
The wind was pretty cold at 4:30Pm as we walked around the top.
The dish was pretty cool and this was the only trig point we found today despite passing heaps on private property.
The dish was pretty cool and this was the only trig point we found today despite passing heaps on private property.
Rated: for Overall Experience
Last cache for the day.
I have been meaning to get out here to this site.
It has a lot of significance attached to it.
Stood on the top and watched a shower pass through below me.
Hard to take a photo so I took a few.
TFTC
The Riddeller...
I have been meaning to get out here to this site.
It has a lot of significance attached to it.
Stood on the top and watched a shower pass through below me.
Hard to take a photo so I took a few.
TFTC
The Riddeller...
Rated: for Overall Experience
Found easily, Mt Cotterell sticks up as a lone pimple on a flat plain.
Rated: for Overall Experience
Team Ladava enjoyed the stroll on Mothers Day 2010. As our kids were doing the Breast Cancer awareness fun-run today we celebrated Mothers Day together on the Saturday.
Not sure about putting the two word together ‘fun and run’ but they seem to enjoy it.
On top of Mt. Cottrell we were rewarded with glorious 360° views on a brilliant Autumn day.
Our thanks to c@w and the GCA team for creating this trig point series. Love ‘em.
Not sure about putting the two word together ‘fun and run’ but they seem to enjoy it.
On top of Mt. Cottrell we were rewarded with glorious 360° views on a brilliant Autumn day.
Our thanks to c@w and the GCA team for creating this trig point series. Love ‘em.
Rated: for Overall Experience
Lovely walk up this dry and dusty area, decent waste on the side of road up. Will the council eventually clean it up now that they own it?
Came out with geokid this arvo. enjoyed walk to top, and view also.
Agree about the dumping of rubbish, wonder what makes people do that?
Cheers Gordo
Agree about the dumping of rubbish, wonder what makes people do that?
Cheers Gordo
Rated: for Overall Experience
A thoroughly enjoyable ramble up from Rockbank along the backblock roads to this location. Amazing to know this is a dormant (not extinct it seems) Volcano and part of the third largest Volcanic field in the World. The views are sensational from the top, though I do concur with remarks regarding the vehicle wrecks, pity. That aside it's a super location to visit and beforehand to do some research as to the volcanic history. Great fun! TQP
Rated: for Overall Experience
Found at 1120hours after grabbing the GC cache at the bottom.
Great views from the top, also snapped some photos of an eagle just hovering in the wind.
I also watched the rain clouds move over the city.
I will upload the photos early next week as I have just moved and I don't have my computer set up yet.
Great views from the top, also snapped some photos of an eagle just hovering in the wind.
I also watched the rain clouds move over the city.
I will upload the photos early next week as I have just moved and I don't have my computer set up yet.
Rated: for Overall Experience
Was out this way to clean up this area and this was one of the caches. Nice hike to the top but a pity about all the junk that has been left behind but at least there should not be any more.
Checked out this trig point today while climbing the mount for the earth cache. Great views from here.
Made the walk to the summit today for this TP, plus the earthcache, too. I read that the Shire of Melton purchased this land in 2007, so it's surprising that they haven't yet cleaned it up a little... it was such a pity to see all of the rubbish and dumped trucks on the way up here. The views were not as good as I had hoped today, due to a lot of haze... we could barely make out the city buildings on the horizon. Another TP for me, plus this find marks my 46th consecutive days of GC&GCA finds, a new Victorian record according to GCA... woo-hoo! Just in time, too... I go back to work tomorrow after an extended period of annual leave.
Up nice and early this morning to log few in the area. Pity the weather was not that great and visibility was down, though the walk to the summit was good.
Rated: for Overall Experience
Found By The Lone Random,
W The Empire.
GCA Cache #2
Think that The Empire and I chose a great time to do this Trigpoint.
Views and serenity were quite impressive.
TFTC, The Lone Random
W The Empire.
GCA Cache #2
Think that The Empire and I chose a great time to do this Trigpoint.
Views and serenity were quite impressive.
TFTC, The Lone Random
Rated: for Overall Experience
Found by The Empire
20/1/10 with The Lone Random
Very cool location! Very cool indeed!
TFTC
- M
20/1/10 with The Lone Random
Very cool location! Very cool indeed!
TFTC
- M
Had a couple of goes at finding the correct way up, once we realised that you can just climb over the gate it was a great bit in geofitness to get to the top. Some nice views from up here and some very impressive equipment too. We have now realised that an earthcache has been based on the top here too, oh well, just have to come back again soon.
Rated: for Overall Experience
Found by caughtatwork.
I'm very happy to hear that the council allows people up this hill to view the TrigPoint and the other equipment at the top.
The views from the top towards the city and over the Keilor plains are quite spectacular and were very much worth the quick 400m walk up the gentle hill.
A quick photo at the top (with GabGab in the shot) and we took some more time to admire the view.
Thanks to The Spindoctors for relisting this TP for all to enjoy. We certainly did.
I'm very happy to hear that the council allows people up this hill to view the TrigPoint and the other equipment at the top.
The views from the top towards the city and over the Keilor plains are quite spectacular and were very much worth the quick 400m walk up the gentle hill.
A quick photo at the top (with GabGab in the shot) and we took some more time to admire the view.
Thanks to The Spindoctors for relisting this TP for all to enjoy. We certainly did.
Rated: for Overall Experience
I found this TrigPoint with caughtatwork today. The gate was unlocked, but we decided to walk to the top anyway. It was hot but fun and I really loved the view from the top. Thank you to The Spindoctors for making this TP available.
Rated: for Overall Experience
Visited this trig close to my old home as part of a scouting exercise for an upcoming EarthCache.
An easy walk up an unpaved track. The Melton Shire Council owns the land and is OK with people walking up the hill.
An easy walk up an unpaved track. The Melton Shire Council owns the land and is OK with people walking up the hill.
Rated: for Overall Experience
