This is an EarthCache. There is no physical cache to find. Logging an EarthCache requires that Geocachers undertake an educational task relating to the specific Earth Science at the site. If you don't want to answer the questions, don't log this EarthCache.
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To log this Cache as a Find do the following within 48 Hours after or even better before your log:
Email the answers to the questions; do NOT post the answers or spoilers in your log. Logs that give away the answers or are unaccompanied by an email with the answers will be deleted.
- In the subject line write 'GC62AY6 Royal Arch'
- The number of individuals in your group
- Which type of stone is the arch mainly made of?
- What is growing almost right in the middle of the Arch?
- Estimate the length of the arch´s Base.
- (Suggested, not required) While at the Arch (NOT at the trailhead) take a photo of you and your GPSr, showing something in the background that makes it clear you're there
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The Royal Arch is one of the most popular sights of the Chataqua Trailhead. The hike is not very long, but has some steep parts. If you are from sea level like me, you should definately bring enough water. There is 20% less oxygen here.
Source: www.bouldercoloradohiking.com
To get to the coordinates, follow the road from the 'Entrance'-trailhead to the Bluebell Shelter (about 0.5 miles). Near the shelter you will find the 'Royal Arch trail'. Follow it. When you reach the top, you are near the arch, but the trail still goes down and up again (0.25 miles, about 15 Minutes).
Source: www.bouldercolorado.gov
The following map shows you how to get to the Royal Arch.
