MedBow Summit Traditional Geocache
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Location: Medicine Bow Peak
Summit
Elevation: 12,013 ft.
There are multiple ways to approach this cache. Please note that
each route differs in distance, terrain and elevation but
destination is the same. All trails are well marked. For shortest
route use the Sugarloaf Trailhead to the peak (4-mile hike
round-trip). Sugarloaf parking lot fills up quickly and requires a
parking fee. Leaving early in the day will make for a more solitary
trip.
Be sure to wear good foot gear for this hike. Lots of boulders at
the top. Use caution. The spectacular views at the top should be
the center of focus, not spending a lot of time searching for this
cache. Therefore, picture clues are included for an easy find after
such hard work reaching the summit.
Cache is located less than 10 feet off the "trail" up top. And the
view will be the backside facing Elk Mountain, green valleys and
lakes instead of the traditional view of the range.
Additionally, there is a BENCHMARK (triangulation station disk -
MP0546 Medicine Bow)at the top that can be logged on
geocaching.com as well. The benchmark disk is very easy to find and
has seen better days.
Remember to use common sense hiking protocol before venturing out
on this find. For example, DO NOT start the trail after 3:00 p.m.
as weather at the top can be very dangerous in the afternoons. High
exposed areas such as this should be avoided during
thunderstorms.
Have fun hiking and geocaching!!! Enjoy the view it is
spectacular! Please, please upload and share pictures of the
experience here.
FTF = wy82331!!! Congratulations!
Additional Hints
(Decrypt)
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