Summer of 2015, the Assault on Las Trampas begins!
Las Trampas rocks! We GeoRedheads moved into Danville in 1998, and always admired the steep cliffs marking the western side of the valley. But in 2008, as Geocaching started to consume our lives, the call of "hidden treasure" drove us up the steep LT ascents, and we found something incredible: ample wildlife, jagged rock formations, extensive trails, lots of cattle, and amazing views. And all of this, was just a few miles away, right in our backyard! Ultimately, the Las Trampas Challenge inspired the our 'Assault' in the Summer of 2010. Since then, we've cleared out many EBRP's, but Las Trampas will always hold a special place in our memories.
This cache is part of the Assault on Las Trampas Series, a collection of 5 caches, scattered around the park during our trek this Summer of 2015. The first 4 caches are Traditionals, representing North, Sound, East and Western corners. The 5th is the Assault on Las Trampas Finale – only accessible via letter codes from the other 4 – and it comes with prizes to the first cachers to get there. In order to access the finale, you MUST record the letter code from each container.
As for this cache in particular, this cache is near the summit of Las Trampas Peak, on a cow path just past the Three Peaks cache, near the northern extent of the park. First there were Million Dollar Views, then Billion Dollar Views, but this one tops it! To find it, you'll have to bushwhack through grass for 2-300', but the views overlooking St Marys College in Moraga are worth it -- you won't regret it. .
As always, when in Las Trampas, prepare yourself for cardio --- there will be lots of steep climbs. Good luck on your LT Mission!