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Boone Town Falls Traditional Geocache

This cache has been archived.

briansnat: This cache is indeed missing. My guess is that it washed from its hiding place. It is one of the older caches in NJ and one of my first, so I archive this reluctantly. However I found it necessary to move it so far and made the hide so different that it is essentially an entirely new cache. Look for the new one to be published soon. Bye old friend.

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Hidden : 1/25/2002
Difficulty:
2 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   small (small)

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Geocache Description:

This cache is in historic, Grace Lord Park. It's an easy hike in, but being in a gorge, there are some steep and slippery sections. Note: for safety's sake, I didn't hide the cache any place dangerous, so don't bother looking on the steep slopes of the gorge. While there, be sure to check out the falls and historic ruins in the area. Its also important to be careful in the winter and wet seasons, as the river here has claimed a number of people over the years.

The cache is in small Lock n Lock, not much larger than a pack of cigarettes, so don't bring anything large to leave.It's also close to the trail and some houses, so make certain you aren't being watched.

To place the cache I parked on Main St and walked in the main entrance, past the gazebo. It's a pretty walk and the view makes one wish that you saw this place 200 years ago. A more direct route would be to take the staircase down from Main St (see clue), past the playground and across the foot bridge. There is an interesting and very large rock feature in the area, known as Washington Rock. At one time it was tourist attraction and is depicted on antique post cards, as can seen in this collection of old Boonton postcards. Be sure to check out the remains of Boonton's early, industrial past. The buildings were lost long ago, but some ruins are still visible. The falls are quite scenic, so bring your camera.

Cache In - Trash Out! Bicycles not permitted on paths Dangerous area - use caution
No restrooms available

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

[parking]A40.svsglsbhe.4fvkgl; J74.gjbsbhe.Avarsbheglfrira [cache] Nzbat ebbgf bs qbja gerr.

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)