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The Boot to Mist Creek Traditional Cache

Hidden : 5/14/2011
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
4 out of 5

Size: Size:   small (small)

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Geocache Description:

This hike will take you to a small creek known as Mist Creek.

This is a one way 3.44 miles hike starting at Wahkeena trail head, though you are also welcome to start at Angels Rest trail head. The elevation is 1750 (which is a 1640 elevation gain). Please come prepared on this hike, bring some water, snack, appropriate attire and other essentials which may be needed.

Here is a little information on Mist Falls:
PHYSICAL MAKEUP
Height: 450 feet
Tallest Drop: 275 feet
Number of Drops: 2
Average Width: 5 feet
Pitch: 90 degrees
Run: 50 feet
Primary Form: Tiered
Watershed: Columbia River
Stream: Mist Creek
Average Volume: 5 cfs
Source: Springs
Seasonality: Year Round
Mist Falls is the second highest waterfall in Oregon.

**Congratulations to popop for the kicking FTF

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

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Decryption Key

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(letter above equals below, and vice versa)