The cache is hidden within 20 feet of the trail, but please note that a group of cachers did see a timber rattlesnake in this area in August 2011, although I did not come across any while placing the container. There is tall grass here in the summer, so they can be hard to spot. It is generally good advice when venturing off trail in these parts to walk slowly, use a heavy footfall, and perhaps lead with a walking stick to give any snakes plenty of time to get out of your way!
Congrats to Trekkin' and Birdin' for the FTF!, and a big thanks too for agreeing to keep an eye on this series for me in my absence 