Thomas Hill Cudlee Creek, South Australia, Australia
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Cached on 05-Sep-10. Waypoint TP5447
Cache Details
| Difficulty: | |
| Terrain: | |
| Type: | TrigPoint |
| Container: | Other |
| Coordinates: | S34° 52.765' E138° 48.582' (WGS 84) |
| 54H 299821E 6138140N (UTM) | |
| Elevation: | 536 m |
| Local Government Area: | Adelaide Hills |
/138.8097,-34.879417,14/400x200?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.
Hints
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Decode |
Logs
Did get to the trig on Thomas hill though before giving up and heading back down the hill to some lovely warmth!
Fortunately the rain held off a bit while I was at GZ so I could take some pics of the cyclists idea of a trig point decoration
Cheers
Certainly a trig station that has seen better days. The walk to this location is nice and easy with a good view at the end of it.
