TT13H -1934 - Wilburn Ridge - Grayson Highlands SP, VA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member vhasler
N 36° 38.291 W 081° 30.658
17S E 454321 N 4054857
Found benchmark in rock outcropping while picking huckleberries
Waymark Code: WM79EJ
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 09/23/2009
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Ernmark
Views: 3

Was surprised that it is not shown in gc.com's database, since it appears to be a USGS benchmark and is shown on the topological map at 4908 ft ABL.

My directions:
Park at Massie Gap (near N36° 37.990 W081° 30.543 which are coords for a micro geocache). Cross the level field to the horse gate (be sure to close once thru), then proceed up Rhododendron Trail to its intersection with the Appalachian Trial. Take the AT to the left (southbound) for roughly 100 years. Leave the trail to the left (south) heading towards the rock outcropping. Benchmark is mounted in the top.

Enjoy huckleberries (like small blueberries) when in season (August-early September). Watch out for the wild ponies which roam the area.
Condition: Mark found in good condition

Designation: TT13H 1934

Benchmark Agency: U.S. Geological Survey

Monumentation type: BENCH MARK (or B.M.) Disk

County: Grayson County

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Find type: Found by luck/skill/knowledge

Benchmark Agency (if other): Not listed

Monumentation type (if other): Not listed

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