High Five (5.9) Traditional Geocache

This cache is a small preform-like tube. It is hidden near the top of the 5.9 sport climbing route High Five. This route is a great climb at the Mount Baldy Climbing Crag.

Park at the Mount Baldy parking lot alongside Highway 40. Follow a trail up the creek (not the scramble route) for about 15 minutes. The climbing crag will appear on the left-hand side. The Mount Baldy crag has a number of beginner and intermediate sport climbs. High Five is a great route with nice views out to the west. It is a 5.9 (YDS) 20 meter route that is well protected with 5 bolts and a solid 2 bolt anchor. You will, of course, need at least a 40 meter rope to safely ascend and descend the route.

Note that climbing gear and experience sport climbing is essential for this cache - do not attempt to scramble or otherwise reach this cache without a rope. This is a significant challenge requiring specialized climbing skills, equipment and a knowledgeable partner as a belayer. You will need experience lead climbing as this climb cannot safely be set up for top rope or rappel from above. Even once you reach GZ, finding the cache could prove to be a major challenge due to the number of potential hiding spots. Read the hint to help simplify your search.