What is a waypoint in geocaching?

A specific point marked by coordinates.

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  1. A specific point marked by coordinates ✔
  2. A type of cache container
  3. A rule about hiding caches

Why: A waypoint is a specific location marked by coordinates on a GPS unit.

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Answer: A specific point marked by coordinates. A waypoint is a specific location marked by coordinates on a GPS unit.

  1. Scouting America: Geocaching www.scouting.org/merit-badges/geocaching
    Include marking and editing a waypoint
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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