Emerald Beach Trig Emerald Beach, New South Wales, Australia
By Geocaching Australia on 16-Aug-10. Waypoint TP5430

Emerald Beach Trig

You will spot it a long time before you reach it! Park at S30° 10.434' E153° 11.328' and the White Marker is clearly visible... you just need to get there. Enjoy the great walk down to the beach and back up the headland. From the Trig you will have spectacular views of the Solitary Islands and the coast South to Coffs Harbour and North to Woolgooga. There are a lot of information boards around about the shipwreak history and other features of the coastline here. There is no mark on the Trig Plynth as the brass plate has been vandalised :( But I looked up the Geoscience Australia site and found this:

Trig is Offical - Reference Number NSW17527
Official Code: TS6770D

First Spotted and Listed by Zalgariath

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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.

There is also an "Australian Trig Points" Waymark associated with this trig: 

http://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WMDQEN_Emerald_Beach_NSW