Dempster Plains ST658 West Coast, Tasmania, Australia
By Geocaching Australia on 26-Mar-16. Waypoint TP7379

Cache Details

Difficulty:
Terrain:
Type:	TrigPoint
Container:	Other
Coordinates:	S41° 11.660' E145° 4.209' (WGS 84)
	55G 338170E 5437874N (UTM)
Elevation:	263 m
Local Government Area:	Circular Head

Map

Whodunit Terrain

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.

Addtional Information
Source: http://surcom.dpiw.tas.gov.au/surcom/jsp/site/mark_cont.jsp?cmd=Site%20Summary&id=19575&datum=5
Type: Horizontal Control Point
Elevation: 273.12
Description: Steel rod in concrete at GL.
Access Details: Drive on access by 2WD vehicle to car park, then 5 min climb on to trig.

Logs

21-Nov-20

icybeetas

Found after enjoying views from the lookout.

03-Jan-20

The Hancock Clan

Super views from up here and a nice short walk to the marker. TFTTP
Cheers,
The Hancock Clan

11-Jan-17

2y'stassies

After finding the cache at Rapid River we made our way to Dempster Plains Lookout. The car park was full and there was a steady stream of muggles on the path so we made our way across to the trig point while we waited for the muggles to move on. We were saddened to see the pock marks were button grass had once been. These were being colonised by a variety of interesting small plants. The fires have certainly left their mark on this part of the land.

We were able to quickly locate and photograph the marker and as we returned from the trig point we noticed a young echidna making itself small between two low plants. It was a lovely golden colour, one of the lightest coloured echidnas we have seen. After taking some photos of the area we made our way back to the lookout and the cache.
We have included our photo of the trig marker as well as the echidna and pock marks where there was once button grass.

02-Jan-17

sirius Tas

Short walk netted this trig. Placed by Lands Dept. Not far from Dempster Plains Lookout.
Tftec...cheers ST. Laughing

Rated: for Overall Experience

26-Mar-16

TeamSwampy

Found on the Easter Trip with Chris & Jess.
A lot of these trig became more accessible after the wildfires of December 15 and January 16.
This trig is one of those opened up. It is located a short walk from the viewing platform.
A little ironic reading the sign given that the fires went through here.