The hike to this cache is extremely strenous. The weather can change quickly. Allow at least 5 hours round trip, much more in inclement weather. Wear sturdy shoes or boots, and bring extra clothes, food, and water. Bear spray and noise makers are also a good idea.
Park at the large pull-out at Mile 203, start bushwacking to the first waypoint. This keeps you on the south side of Sukakpak for the ascent. Its a nice spot for a break, but there's a long way to go!!
The cache is not located at the summit, but at the final resting place before attempting the summit. As you approach the the final resting place, on your left (north) is the rock wall of Sukakpak. On your right (south), is a rock outcropping. This is where the cache hides.
If you can make it to the top of Sukakpak, the view is awesome! One can see the Dietrich, Bettles, and South Fork Koyukuk Rivers.
When this cache was placed on 9/15/2013, we hiked through several inches of snow. The final ascent was heavier snow and too dangerous to attempt. Thus the cache was planted at the perfect resting spot!!
The cache is a green rigid plastic ammo box. There are a few goodies for FTF.
Ester13 will be checking on this cache, hopefully on an annual basis.