Black Tiger Cache Traditional Cache
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This cache was placed at 7600 ft and is on difficult terrain. If you don't use the trail it could be dangerous. Be careful and you should be rewarded with a beautiful view.
This cache is located on one of the least known hiking trails in the Boulder area. It can be accessed from either end of a trail that climbers frequent. Although the East end of the trail is easiest to hike, the West end is easier to find and keeps you away from private property. The trail can be a little dangerous so wear sturdy hiking shoes and go when the weather is good. You may encounter ticks in the Spring. Allow 40 minutes if you plan to hike the entire trail, a little less if you're going out and back. If you have any doubts, read the spoiler. Be careful and watch where you're going, not your GPS.
Helpful Hint: Do NOT attempt to climb up from the canyon or down from the peak, the terrain is too steep.
Parking is possible at the intersection of Lost Angel Rd and N. Gulch Road. Worst case you can park in the Dream Canyon hiking area 1/4 mile on to the West on N. Gulch Rd.
I almost forgot to mention, this cache was placed so that on the way there, you can get a good view of the path of the Black Tiger Fire that burned through this area in 1989.
Update: I have moved away from this area, although the cache is still there. The parking situation may have changed. Here are some suggestions. The West end of the trail starts near the area where Lost Angel Rd meets N. Gulch Rd. Owl Creek Rd is also nearby. There used to be parking near this intersection. You can also find parking further West on N. Gulch Rd, in the area known as Dream Canyon, a popular hiking spot. The cache is not in Dream Canyon so you will have to hike 1/4 mile back to the intersection. The other end of the trail is East of this intersection on Lost Angel Rd. You will notice an old jeep road that heads South around the mountain. You can reach this road on public land but the easiest access might cross private land but the land owners in this area were pretty friendly. If all else fails, ask permission. Either end of the trail is easy to spot but the actual point where it hits Lost Angel is not as easy to locate. It's a great trail and worth a little effort. I hope that helps.
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