Hargreaves Trig (Blackheath)

Australia, NSW, Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Summary: A trig point with spectacular views, Hargreaves Trig is located at Hargraves Lookout near Blackheath. A short walk to the end of Panorama Point accesses the trig.

Serial Number: TS10275
Elevation: 1011m
Trailhead: End of Shipley Road, Blackheath
Location: 33°40'46.2"S 150°14'34.3"E
Condition: F - Found and in good condition
History: Last inspected May 1977
Walking Distance to Trig: 0.6km (return)
Duration: <1 hour
Topographic map/s: 8930-1N MT WILSON (1:25K). Buy / Download

Located near the end of Shipley Plateau in Blackheath on Panorama Point, the Hargreaves Trig has commanding views over the Megalong Valley.

The trig station is in good condition, with metal post and vanes intact on a concrete base. There is no nameplate.

A wire is attached from the top of the post, most likely for additional security against strong winds.

1X3A4073 LR Hargreaves Trig (Blackheath)

Getting to Hargreaves Trig

The trig station is reached via a short walk down from Hargraves Lookout (yes, it’s spelt differently – I’m not sure why), and is located just above the lowest fenced lookout platform. The Hargraves Lookout carpark is about 7.5km (15min) from Blackheath, via Shipley Road – the last couple of kilometres are unsealed but suitable for all cars.