BLUE PEAKS ST884 Tasmania, Australia
By
Geocaching Australia on 08-Jan-16. Waypoint TP7265
Cache Details
| Difficulty: | |
| Terrain: | |
| Type: | TrigPoint |
| Container: | Other |
| Coordinates: | S41° 42.915' E146° 22.411' (WGS 84) |
| 55G 447885E 5381648N (UTM) | |
| Elevation: | 1335 m |
| Local Government Area: | Meander Valley |
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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.
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
The track can be hard to follow in spots it would be extermily hard to see in bad weather.
The track starts at S41° 41.021' E146° 22.719' by a concrete slab.
This is first of the two peaks that is Blue Peaks the next peak has a GC cache on it GC4Y3G1 Blue Peak Dreaming
Its an easy walk taking 1.5 to 2.5 hours to walk in.
Logs
I first found GC4Y3G1 Blue Peak Dreaming and then walked along the ridge to this rock cairn.
This cache was part of a 600km round trip and 5 hours walk.
The walk in to the top only took one and a half hours the track in a couple places was a bit difficult to follow so had to keep a good eye out. Be careful of false markers I did retrace my steps a couple of times.
A fantastic walk with great views.
