Beyond Crow Knob Traditional Cache

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GEO.JOE: This cache is being archived because it does not comply with the SNF geocaching policy that I have recently learned out about. Caches are no longer allowed in Natural areas, Heritage sites or Wilderness areas. I will be moving or removing any of my caches that are in violation of the new policy.
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Hidden : 5/15/2007
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
2.5 out of 5

Size: Size: regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

Crow Knob is a nice example of a relatively natural sandstone glade, and it was a link in the underground railroad.

To reach the cache you will first have to go to the top of Crow Knob. The top is reached by a series of stair step ledges in the sand stone (watch out for wet areas they will be slick). Parking for horses and high clearance vehicles as well as access to the top of Crow Knob is located near N37 29.906 W88 37.954. There is also an old trail on the North East side that comes through the woods to the back side of Crow Knob if you would like to make a loop go north of the cache until you see the trail.

In the fall this is a great place to see the changing leaves and there are great views especially in the winter. Crow Knob also has a historical link to the Underground Railroad. Residents of the nearby community of Miller Grove would light fires on top of Crow Knob to guide runaway slaves. The residents would hide the escaped slaves at nearby Sand Cave and assist them in moving further north.

Crow Knob can be reached by a minimally maintained forest service road 423A (N37 29.418 W88 38.455). In fair weather the road is possibly passable in cars but a high clearance vehicle is recommended. Following prolonged or heavy rain muddy areas will develop, wash areas may develop on hills and a creek crossing may wash out, so know your vehicle's limitations.There is a new yellow gate at the end of the road so the road may be closed at times meaning a mile long hike.

Crow Knob is one mile from the blacktop and the road would make for a nice hike or bike ride. The River to River trail follows part of road, therefore, you will share the road with hikers and horses. Please be courteous to horses, pull to the side and shut off your engine as they pass.


 

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Snyyra Gerrf

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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)


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