CSP - Park City Traditional Geocache

Park City

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Container Type: Lock & Lock
Code Location: Inside container
Access Info: This cache is located on USFS property, but is near private property. 
Winter Access: Depends on road conditions

Park City began as a stage stop along the Mosquito Pass Road and eventually grew when a railroad spur ran through the town on its way to the London Mill and Mines. At its peak, Park City had a population of 300, but like many mining settlements it fell into disuse after the mining busts. Today, Park City is along the popular route over Mosquito Pass and for the annual pack burro race during Burro Days. Park City also hosts the signage declaring when the pass is open for travel…at your own risk!

Park City in the late 1880s, courtesy of the Park County Local History Archives

Go west from highway 9 on County Road 12 through Park City. After passing through the town, turn left on County Road 698 and park when you get to a clearing.