Whether you’re about to find your first geocache or your ten-thousandth, you’ve come to the right place to learn more about the game.
When geocachers step outside with a GPS-enabled device, they’re tapping into decades of brilliant science and mathematics that make those coordinates possible. Behind every successful find stands a brilliant mathematician whose work helped make modern GPS possible: Dr. Gladys West.
Whether you’re out on a hike or visiting a local park, sometimes you come across a spot and think, “That would be a great place for a cache.”
With the latest Geocaching® app release (version 10.7.0+), you can now record a hiding spot, add cache details, and submit a Traditional Cache for review—all from the mobile app!
Have you ever set out to find a winter-friendly cache… only to discover it was hidden at the base of a pole six feet under snow? (I have!)
Great geocaching outings start with the right expectations. Whether you’re planning a family-friendly afternoon or a long-distance hike, attributes help match the experience to your plans.
When you see a blue question mark on the map, do you feel curious—or confused? Mystery Caches—also known as Puzzle Caches—can be intimidating. Some puzzles involve codes or ciphers. Others require solving math problems, answering questions, or reviewing the cache page for hidden clues.
Solving puzzle caches takes patience, attention to detail, and a willingness to try different approaches. We asked geocachers to share their best advice for getting started.
The joy of finally finding a well-hidden container. The surprise and delight at encountering a clever gadget cache. The twinkle in a cacher’s eye when signing a logbook. It’s all magic.
We’re bringing back that magical feeling with Maker Magic, a moment of celebration and inspiration for creative cache hides. Will you host a DIY cache building workshop or lead a discussion on crafting the perfect puzzle? The magic is in your hands!
