GC1EP0K Twin Peaks (Traditional Cache) in California, United States created by irwinSports

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GC1EP0K ▼

A cache by irwinSports Message this owner

Hidden : 7/29/2008

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Size: Size: small (small)

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San Francisco From Twin Peaks Cache Site

The two peaks have a north-south orientation and are divided by Twin Peaks Boulevard, which is the only road that leads up to the summit. Twin Peaks is also a prominent divider for the summer coastal fog pushed in from the Pacific Ocean. Due to this unique geographical condition, the west-facing slopes generally receive substantial fog and strong winds while the east-facing slopes usually receive more sun and warmth. Elevation of the peaks ranges from 600 feet to over 900 feet. Thin sandy soil is commonplace on Twin Peaks, making it more susceptible to erosion. The hill is littered with many telecommunication towers that provide transmission of television and radio signals. The most prominent radio tower is the Sutro Tower, which can seen from across the bay. To the north sits one of the city's many reservoirs. They are owned by the San Francisco Fire Department, and provide drinking water to nearby residences and local fire stations. On the top of Twin Peaks is the popular vista point known locally as the Christmas Tree Point that offers unobstructed views of most San Francisco and the San Francisco Bay. Aside from the radio towers and reservoirs, the surrounding areas on top of Twin Peaks remain mostly undeveloped. It was designated as part of the 31 acres Twin Peaks Natural Area, managed and owned by the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department. This preserved area is home to many natural resources and wildlife. As part of the Mission blue butterfly habitat conservation, Twin Peaks is one of the few remaining habitats for this endangered species. A wide variety of bird species, insects and vegetation also thrived in the area.

Cache container is a 46 ounce Lock-N-Lock.

This cache contains an irwinSports pathtag for FTF.
Congratulations to dyknomight on FTF.

Congratulations to Benodi on your first GC find. 10/26/2008
Congratulations to du5ty317 on your first GC find. 12/7/2010

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