What if a geocache wasn’t the main attraction—but part of something even more creative? This Geocache of the Week (GCACQY9) invites you to step up to a tiny gallery where art, community, and geocaching come together in one thoughtfully crafted experience.
The second hiding theme of 2026 is hiking and nature. This theme covers hiking routes in natural areas, suitable for all experience levels. From beginner-friendly trails to more challenging hikes, we are looking for geocaches across a range of outdoor experiences.
Each quarter, we will introduce a new hiding theme to celebrate geocaches published in 2026. We will also feature geocaches from each theme on the Geocaching Blog and social media.
When you find a cache, what makes it stand out as a quality cache? For some, it’s about creativity. For others, it’s about location, storytelling, or thoughtful placement.
While it’s easy to point out what doesn’t work—like damaged containers or soggy logs—defining what makes a cache great is much more subjective.
We asked geocachers to share what quality means to them.
What if one of the easiest caches on your list turned out to be one of the most memorable? That’s exactly what awaits at this week’s Geocache of the Week, GC9XY1Q—a cleverly crafted experience that proves you don’t need high difficulty or rugged terrain to create something unforgettable.
This week, rewind your enthusiasm, press play, and get ready for a little analog-style geocaching adventure.
Let‘s get back to the 80s – #14 (GCBGZ27) cranks the dial all the way back to a time before the digital world as we know it today existed. Spool up your curiosity, the 80s are waiting, and they’ve got a Mystery for you.
