High on a sandstone plateau, Lloyd Trig stands sentinel. It watches over the breathtaking panorama of the Hawkesbury River. This isn’t just any viewpoint. Lloyd Trig, or TS2871 as it’s officially known, holds a special place in the heart of Muogamarra Nature Reserve. This reserve is a hidden gem, only opening its doors to the public for a precious few weekends each year, typically in August and September. The trig point is named after Richard Lloyd. He was a local farmer who cultivated 10 acres in this area back in the 1800s. Imagine him, tending his two horses, three cattle, and seven pigs, with this very view as his backdrop. The trig itself was established in 1883. It served as a crucial point for surveyors mapping the region. The last official inspection of Lloyd Trig was in December 1982. They repiled the cairn surrounding the traditional black vanes on the white post. Remarkably, this post has withstood the test of time, even surviving the devastating bushfires of 1994. Though, you can still see the scorch marks on the vanes, whispering tales of resilience. From this vantage point, 210 meters above sea level, you can trace the contours of the Hawkesbury River. The surrounding bushland stretches out like a verdant carpet. On a clear day, you might even spot the distant silhouettes of other trig points: Long Island, Barrenjoey, and Topham at West Head. A visit to Lloyd Trig isn’t just about the view. It’s a journey back in time, a connection to the land and its history. Remember Richard Lloyd, the farmer who once called this place home. And as you sign the visitor’s book, tucked inside the white plastic post, you become a part of Lloyd Trig’s ongoing story.
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