Pine Log Creek Trail is a lightly trafficked loop trail that features an old quarry lake, and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. The hike is fairly easy and is about 1.60 one-way. But the only access is from the trails, any other way would be trespassing. .
The Pine Log Creek Trail winds through a beautifully rugged, rolling forest on a double loop, trailing through a forest of shady pine and deciduous trees. The hike’s highlight is undoubtedly the remote, water-filled pond on Pine Log Creek’s eastern loop, where the pond’s clear, chilly water fills the remains of an old CCC quarry that’s framed in giant, angular rock outcrops. The quarry’s geology is stunning: the exposed rock is layered and dramatically folded, in symmetry with the rippling waters of the quarry pond. Fish bask in rays of sunshine in the quarry’s shallows, and tall grasses line its shores. It’s a picturesque retreat ( selfies are welcome ), and the perfect place for a mid-hike picnic.
Pine Log Creek is steeped in history, the former location of a Cherokee town that spanned one mile along the creek’s flat banks. The town’s history spanned centuries: Spanish explorer De Soto visited the village in 1570, Chief Yellow Bird signed the Treaty of Hopewell here in 1785, and centuries later, many famous Cherokee chieftans, including Ridge, Vann and Hicks, were born in the thriving village.
Find the rock at the posted coords, see pictures, Treasure will at a bearing of 327 degrees true, distance 73 feet from top of this rock.
BEAR RESISTANT Geocache Container. Bear chain attached to prevent bears from play kickball with it. Please Do Not remove chain.
Container is aggressive hidden, to keep children playing on rocks from finding it. Please return it as found.
Small note: The cache is prominently labeled as a geocache and the label includes the GC6XFYZ waypoint number. Enjoy!