CSP - Gold Dust Traditional Geocache

Gold Dust

This geocache is part of Colorado's South Park GeoTour, which means you can win prizes by finding 20 or more caches. Visit our website for more information and to download your GeoTour Passport!

Container Type: Lock & Lock
Code Location: Inside container
Access Info: This cache is located on USFS property near private property. Please respect all posted signs.
Winter Access:  Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are great winter activities on the Gold Dust Trail.

The Gold Dust Trail leads you from the historic railroad town of Como to an area of the Pike National Forest that is full of mining history. The trail is marked by blue diamonds along its route and is a popular skiing and snowshoeing route in the winter. Scattered along the trail you will find remnants of the miners that once called this area home, including artifacts and historic cabins. For those more interested in nature, this trail offers secret meadows, meandering creeks, and scenic views.

Little Baldy Mountain near the Gold Dust Trail

From Como, drive along County Road 33 until it turns into Forest Service Road 50. After approximately one mile you will reach the Gold Dust Trailhead. Park on the road and follow the trail south over the creek until the blue diamonds appear to guide your way. Stay on the trail until you reach the suggested waypoint, then head straight for the cache. To the south you will see some historic cabins but please remain on Forest Service land and do not approach them.