West Point ST883 RM2 Marrawah, Tasmania, Australia
By
Geocaching Australia on 21-Mar-14. Waypoint TP6888
Cache Details
| Difficulty: | |
| Terrain: | |
| Type: | TrigPoint |
| Container: | Other |
| Coordinates: | S40° 56.576' E144° 36.858' (WGS 84) |
| 55G 299177E 5464837N (UTM) | |
| Elevation: | 4 m |
| Local Government Area: | Circular Head |
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Description
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
This State Trig survey control marker was identified in the SurCom database as West Point and consists of a domed bolt fixed into the position of an old drill hole. Apparently the original Trig Point was a navigation beacon which has since been removed and Reference Mark 2 from that original is now recognised at the State Trig point. Further information about this State Trig can be found from the link West Point.
Logs
Great area i wouldnt have come to if not for geocaching. Love the little gems around this state TFTC
This would have been a lovely light house in its time.
MrsD and I were up the NW on a four day weekend.
Today we went down the West Coast to Temma and I was allowed to find some caches on the way, this was one of them.
Found on Saturday 24 October 2020 at 1100
TFTC"
Cheers,
The Hancock Clan
Unfortunately we didn't have our e-trek [left it at a cache in Launceston a few weeks ago] with us and we had to resort to caching with the old Garmin which was taking us in large circles at this one.
After deciding that there was only one thing it could be we took the required photo and then went down to watch the surfers. Some impressive waves but they didn't seem to be making the most of them.
Thanks.
Beginning to loose count of how many times I've been here (and not logged the trig).
Today I got it between rain squalls.
Love this location and nice to return to find this cache. Not as windy today as on previous visits.
Photo of the bolt and the old platform......
