GC1NB1W Pikes Peak (Traditional Cache) in Indiana, United States created by Two Mountaineers

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A cache by Two Mountaineers Message this owner

Hidden : 3/4/2009

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Size: Size: small (small)

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Rank: 30 of 53
Elevation: 14,110'
Range: Front
County: El Paso
Lat/Long: 38º 50' 26" N, 105º 02' 38" W
Variant Names: Grand Peak, James Peak, Long Mountain
Location: Pikes Peak is in the Front Range 10 miles west of Colorado Springs.
Nearby Towns: Manitou Springs and Colorado Springs
Nearby 14ers: -
History: Was named James Peak by explorer Major Long in 1835 in honor of botanist Edwin James who made the first ascent of the this mountain.
Maps: USGS Quads: Pikes Peak, Woodland Park, Manitou Springs
Trails Illustrated: #137
Road Access: 2WD - The Pikes Peak road (paved + dirt) goes all the way to the summit.
2WD - Dirt road to the Crags Campground/trailhead.
(Detailed trailhead directions and status)
Hiking Info: East Slope
Difficulty: Class 1
Trailhead: Manitou Springs
Trailhead Elev.: 6,700 feet
Elevation Gain: 7,500 feet
Trip Length: 26 miles
Trail to summit: Yes
Stability: Stable
Exposure: 0
Crowds: Very crowded
Fees: None
Camping: Dispersed camp spots along the Barr trail

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Alot of bushwacking, looking for a pint sized camo container.

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