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Hagar's Helmet Traditional Cache

Hidden : 11/16/2008
Difficulty:
2 out of 5
Terrain:
4 out of 5

Size: Size:   regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

A cache located on one of Victoria's more rugged alpine peaks. Spectacular views are on offer for those who are prepared to put in the effort.


Several access routes exist to this cache, none of which are easy. Walkers attempting this cache need to be experienced, fit, and competent navigators. Water can be difficult to find, particularly in Summer & Autumn.

From west to east runs a foot track, somewhat ambiguous in places following the 2006 bushfires. This forms part of the Australian Alps Walking Track, a 650km journey from Walhalla in Gippsland through to Tharwa, a small town near Canberra. The terrain between Mt Speculation and Barry Saddle is rough, and walking speeds are slow, despite the track.

To the south are a couple of untracked ridges and spurs plunging into the headwaters of the Wonnangatta River, whilst to the north access may be had along one of the spurs leading from the West Buffalo River up to the crest of the Great Dividing Range.

Many walkers who reach this destination do so as part of 3-4 day circuit, departing from the Howitt car park and incorporating grimly named features such as the Crosscut Saw, Mt Buggery & Mt Despair. A rapid descent into the Wonnangatta followed by a brisk climb completes the loop.

Please take care at GZ, as there are cliffs in the area. Good luck!

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

[See spoiler photo, or] 2z jrfg bs n oynqr bs ebpx.

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)