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Blackhawk Mine Traditional Geocache

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Lightning Jeff: I'm glad to hear this spot is accessible again. However, I won't likely get up to replace the box before the snow flies, so I'll open this spot up. Thanks to all who stopped by!

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Hidden : 7/5/2005
Difficulty:
2.5 out of 5
Terrain:
2 out of 5

Size: Size:   regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

One in a series of caches along the North Fork of the Snoqualmie River, inspired by some Wacko's end-of-the-road cache.

If you can drive to Lennox Mountain View, you can drive to within 100 feet of this cache, which takes you very near the site of the abandoned Blackhawk Mine at about 2600 feet. However, I did not locate the mine, and you'll have to use your own judgment in deciding whether to do so. The reason to come here is not the mine, but rather a commanding view and, in season, a lovely stream/cascade. (The mine is apparently upstream, but again - attempt that at your own risk, as it is steep and slippery.)

The cache is a 30 caliber ammo can. Lightning Jeff/Walkabout Meli geocoin #33 is included for the first to find.

To get here, go towards Lennox Mountain View, then turn uphill at 47 40.814 121 32.270 (there is a rock cairn here). There is a large parking area at the top.

For those looking for more adventure, you can apparently attempt Mt. Phelps/McClain Peaks from here. See this and this.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

[See spoiler photos]: Haqre cvyr bs ebpxf oruvaq ynetr ebpx hc arne gur onfr bs gur ebpx jnyy

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)