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Mull: Loch Buie Three Caves Traditional Cache

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Hidden : 3/27/2015
Difficulty:
2.5 out of 5
Terrain:
2 out of 5

Size: Size:   small (small)

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Geocache Description:

Head to the south of Mull to find Loch Buie and it's stunning scenery.


There is a small car parking area as you reach the loch and the main road ends. The tracks to either side aren't suitable for public vehicle use.

Loch Buie translates through Scottish gaelic to "yellow loch" thought to reflect the yellow blooms of gorse that are common here. From the coastline here you can look out towards the islands of Islay and Jura. Behind you have a mountainous backdrop with Ben Buie dominating at 717m. The pyramid shaped memorial by the car park celebrates the coronation of King Edward VII. Along with Carsaig this area featured heavily in the 1940's film "I know where I'm going".

Heading south west along a track (rough in places) you'll enjoy the rugged coastline - look out for otters and marine life. You'll also enjoy a variety of native trees, although in most cases small pocket remnants of what would have once existed here. The geology around the majority of Mull comprises of basalt rock. You'll pass some large rocky outcrops and cliff faces, interspersed with caves and ravines. Keep your eyes to the sky to catch a glimpse of either golden eagles of white-tailed eagles.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Pnir ahzore 2!

Decryption Key

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

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)