This virtual cache is a survey disk mounted on a steel pipe
exposed several inches above the ground. The disk was placed by the
US Department of Agriculture Bureau of Public Roads. It is located
very close to the Rim Trail and affords a magnificent view of the
Grand Canyon from the area known as The Abyss.
Due to its very close proximity to the rim of the canyon where
there is a vertical drop of nearly 3,000', we do not recommend
attempting this cache during darkness or with small children.
Access is from the Bright Angel Trailhead area where you can hop
on the shuttle bus that makes frequent stops along the South Rim
Road and Rim Trail, or you can hike the Rim Trail. The shuttle runs
about every 10-15 minutes. We hiked from Hermits Rest to Hopi
Point(6 miles +/-) at a leisurely pace. With many stops at
spectacular view points it took us 3 hrs.
To verify your find please email the info listed here:
1) What is the elevation stamped on the disk?
2) What is the roadway stationing# stamped on the disk?
Do Not list this in your log. Please email us your answer to the
queries. Feel free to post a photo of yourself with the disk and
the view. Above all, enjoy the magnificent views and use extra
caution along the Rim!
