This cache was origionally placed by rods&ropes. After the passing of ropes tazclimber adopted it. It was later archived. We have resubmitted it in honor of our long time friend rods.
This cache is located on the upper West Fork of the French Broad River in Pisgah National Forest, near Lake Toxaway, NC. The Coordinates above are for parking area only
. After parking, head down the logging road directly across from your car. It is a good Trail for the first 2/3 of trip, but can get wet as there are seven streams to rock-hop. If trail splits, always keep right until a ways after the first stage, it will turn left and follow the coords you got at stage 1 container. No bushwhacking is required, but there are several new downed trees. After the second stage, follow the directions in the Tupperware container. The trail gets fainter and much steeper. Kids 10 and older should be able to make this one Ok. It’s doable year round, but wouldn’t recommend it in real cold or icy conditions. It is a 3 mile round trip. Bring your camera.
The cache is a clear 1/2 gallon Screw on plastic Jug. It is loaded with quality items near my favorite falls. The puzzle is made from a single thin piece of rock, which is broken into six ragged pieces. Stage 1 coordinates are: N 35 11.292, W 082 58.197 and have three of the pieces and directions to Stage two. Here you will find coords for stage 2. You will need to carry Stage one to Stage two, which has the other three. At this point, find a level place to put the puzzle together for the final last three digits of North and West. After deciphering the last coordinates, just put three pieces in Stage 2 and rehide. Put the other three in Stage 1 and return it to its hiding place on your way back. Note: At Stage 2 there is a note in a small plastic bag with some valuable information. Don’t forget to read and put the info back in Stage 2. Have fun!