Kasper Tunnel ... The End? Mystery Cache
Kasper Tunnel ... The End?
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Difficulty:
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Terrain:
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Size: 
(small)
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WARNING!!!
Cache is
located deep inside an old mining tunnel. Make sure you are
prepared before attempting this cache
The tunnel is located off of FR 356 west of Hands Pass. A minimum
of a high-clearance vehicle will get you to the entrance;
otherwise, you will have a bit of a hike.
Posted coordinates will lead you to the tunnel entrance.
The find should not be too difficult once you get ~1/2 of a mile
into the tunnel.
Here is how to find it:
- At the first Y intersection you encounter stay left
- Continue along the path that is straight in front of you (do not
take any of the right or left offshoots)
- For part of this you will be following some piping on the ground
(but this information should not be necessary)
- You will have to pass over a pile of dirt/rubble with a large
void open above you
- When you reach a T intersection where the path straight does not
look as easy as the path you are on, turn left (there is actually a
wooden arrow on the ground pointing back towards the
entrance)
- The cache is just past the first pile of rocks under an 18"
railroad tie
On your journey take note of the interesting rocks and minerals.
There also appears to be the remnants of a rail system on the
ground once you get deep enough.
Please be sure you are
prepared!!!
- Do not go alone
- Tell someone where you are going
- Bring adequate lights and backups
- Bring food and plenty of water
- Bring a pen as I forgot to have one to leave
You will be in a mining tunnel so you may encounter:
- Creatures (we did not)
- Loose rocks (definitely some of these)
- Low clearances (not really an issue)
While the hike in the tunnel is
actually pretty easy, there are inherent risks associated with
entering abandoned tunnels. You are attempting this cache at your
own risk. I can not be held responsible for injuries whether due to
negligence or mother nature.
You have been WARNED!!!
If you are attempting this one, you may also want to grab these
in the area:
Kasper Tunnel ... The
Beginning
The Hands of the
Pass
Additional Hints
(No hints available.)