Cleveland Cliff aka Pretty Place EarthCache
Cleveland Cliff aka Pretty Place
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The coordinates given will lead you to what I feel is the most beautiful spot in the Upstate of South Carolina. At these coordinates you will have the opportunity to experience and learn about 3 geological formations.
Cleveland Cliff is located in Northern Greenville County of South Carolina. From a geolocial standpoint a cliff is a significant vertical, or near vertical, rock exposure. Cliffs are formed as erosion landforms due to the processes of erosion and weathering that produce them. Cliffs are common on coasts, in mountainous areas, escarpments and along rivers. Cliffs are usually formed by rock that is resistant to erosion and weathering. Sedimentary rocks are most likely to form sandstone, limestone, chalk, and dolomite. Igneous rocks, such as granite and basalt also often form cliffs.
Also visible from Cleveland Cliff is the formation of many mountains and valleys below. From a geological perspective a mountain stretches above the surrounding land in a limited area usually in the form of a peak, however there is no universally-accepted definition of mountain. Elevation, volume, relief, steepness, spacing and continuity have all been used as criteria for defining mountains. Some might argue that what really lies below Cleveland Cliff classifies more as hills rather than mountains. The distinction between a hill and a mountain is unclear and largely subjective, but a hill is generally somewhat lower and less steep than a mountain.
Also visible from Cleveland Cliff is the formation of many valleys below. In geology, a valley is a depression with predominant extent in one direction. The terms U-shaped and V-shaped are descriptive terms of geography to characterize the form of valleys. Most valleys belong to one of these two main types or a mixture of them, at least with respect of the cross section of the slopes or hillsides. In order to distinguish between the two types a person must simply look at the sides and bottom of the valley and decide which of the two types the valley most resembles.
Many locals know Cleveland Cliff better as Pretty Place or Symmes Chapel. The coordinates for this earthcache will lead you to the alter of Pretty Place where you will have one of the best views in all of the upstate. This view will give you the perspective needed to answer the logging requirements which are listed below. Cleveland Cliff/ Pretty Place/Symmes Chapel is located at YMCA Camp Greenville. The chapel is open from sun up til sun down daily and the public is invited and encouraged to visit the area during this time provided that it has not been previously reserved for an event. This usually occurs on Fridays through Sundays when weddings are typically scheduled and on Sunday mornings when regular church services are held. Camp Greenville asks that if the gates are closed, there are signs indicating an event is taking place or that the area is closed for a pending event that you please respect those who have reserved the area.
In order to log this earthcache I ask that you do the following:
1. Estimate the height of Cleveland Cliff
2. Give your opinion if the land formations below are mountains or hills
3. Give your opinion of whether or not the valleys are U shaped or V shaped
4. Take a picture of yourself at the coordinates with the view behind you (This is optional but given the view from the location this would make for a very nice gallery to add to over time)
This is a beautiful area and I hope you enjoy it and learn something from it. I decided to place this earthcache when I brought my girlfriend here to propose to her. The coordinates for this cache are the exact spot in which I asked her to marry me. She said yes and I place this earthcache with the memories of that day and what our future holds in mind!
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Abar arrqrq!
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