Gan Gan Trig Nelson Bay, New South Wales, Australia
By
Big Matt and Shell on 20-Nov-10. Waypoint TP5513
Cache Details
| Difficulty: | |
| Terrain: | |
| Type: | TrigPoint |
| Container: | Other |
| Coordinates: | S32° 43.865' E152° 7.873' (WGS 84) |
| 56H 418595E 6378190N (UTM) | |
| Elevation: | 159 m |
| Local Government Area: | Port Stephens |
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Description
Locale: Gan Gan
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 faded, worn black disc on top a concrete pillar. 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.
This Trig is located at the Gan Gan Lookout with spectacular views of the Tomaree peninsula
Official Name: Tomaree
Official Code: TS4398
Logs
On the way into town we saw the sign for the lookout and Dad, which has always been hard for Dad to resist. Always good to get a bonus trig with the amazing views.
Thanks Big Matt and Shell.
Both lookouts had their binoculars well and truly covered, not sure why but perhaps they have been vandalised.
Thanks.
Managed to find a GC cache between rain showers and muggles and also this trig point.
Caching in the area we came across this trig and snapped the required pic which is added to the gallery. Great views.
Many thanks Geocaching Australia for publishing this cache for our enjoyment and adding to our geocaching experience.
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Albida
Thanks for the trig cache.
Cheers
MajuraHathi
awesome views up here. It really helps to put the area into perspective.
Come and enjoy the views!
