We have wanted to set a cache up here ever since we got into
geocaching late 2007 but we knew we would have to wait due to the
weather. Now we have finally been able to do it and here it is for
everyone to enjoy. The view from the top is awesome and incredible.
See below for some pictures. I, Trailblaz3r82, have been to the top
at least 4 times during the summer over the past few years and the
best time to do this is End of June - September and will NOT
be available during the winter season unless of course you bring a
really good shovel and no one sees you digging a big hole in the
snow.
This cache is on top of the Alpental ski area somewhere and is a
cross-country hike up some “interesting” terrain. There are many
ways to go up and many ways to come down so all I have to say is
make sure you are well prepared and if you have any questions then
send me a message.
Here's a little bit of history on Alpental
Alpental was built in 1967 by a partnership of Tacoma
businessmen. In one busy summer, three chairlifts and a base lodge
were built. Noted mountaineers Jim and Lou Whittaker hiked up the
proposed runs to see if the terrain was suitable for skiing. Their
conclusion was a surprise - they thought the terrain was too steep!
The hook was set for the challenge of Alpental. Financial burdens
of avalanche control, as well as maintaining and plowing the
Alpental Road, forced the Tacoma partnership to sell the ski area
to Westours, Inc., a subsidiary of the cruise ship company, Holland
America. Westours' hope was to create viable "off-season"
employment for its employees who worked summers in Alaska. Their
plan proved to be unsuccessful, and Westours sold Alpental to Ski
Lifts, Inc. in 1983.
Enjoy the hunt and
view!
CONGRATS to Smokeyg and lamprizzle for the FTF!