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Oh to Live on Sugar(loaf) Mountain Traditional Cache

Hidden : 1/2/2015
Difficulty:
2 out of 5
Terrain:
3 out of 5

Size: Size:   small (small)

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Geocache Description:

The geocache is a small, cammoed lock 'n' lock container and it is located just east of the Sugarloaf Spur Trail. It may be visible from trail level, but please access it from the east to avoid wear at GZ.


Please enjoy this cache atop San Mateo's Sugarloaf Mountain, where you'll find moderately challenging trails and beautiful views!

The cache title is a nod to Neil Young's "Sugar Mountain," which I always get stuck in my head along the trails here. The song is a lament for lost youth, but you won't feel old while pursuing this geocache. Well, maybe afterward, when you aching calves are recovering from the workout. :)

There are a few ways to access the cache:

1) Park at the Laurelwood Park entrance off Glendora Drive and walk east to the steps that lead to the Natural Amphitheatre Trail steps. That hike is about 1 mile long, but the switchbacks make the ascent a little easier.

2) Park off Bishop Road and start at the Saddle Trail before connecting with the Sugarloaf Spur Trail. This hike is only one-half a mile, but the Saddle Trail is quite steep.

See trail head waypoints for exact coordinates. Happy caching!

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Arne 2aq gerr; ybj

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
-------------------------
N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)