Mt. Bachelor Ski Area is one of the most popular destinations in Central Oregon and a big part of the region’s history. The ski area was founded by Bill Healy on December 19, 1958 with a rope tow and a single lift. It has since grown to be one of the largest ski resorts in the U.S., boasting a wide variety of terrain and recreational activities. The Mt. Bachelor Bike Park offers lift-served access to more than a dozen miles of downhill-oriented trails. The ZipTour zip line opened in 2020 and provides a unique mountain experience that was a decade-long collaborative project between Mt. Bachelor and the USFS.
The small geocache hidden here is part of the Bend Arts, Culture and Adventure GeoTour. There is an info card attached to the underside of the lid which contains the BACA GeoTour Secret Code needed to complete the GeoTour passport and collect a trackable GeoTour coin. BACA GeoTour Passports can be picked up at The Bulletin, 320 SW Upper Terrace Dr, Suite #200 Bend, Oregon, or at participating sponsor locations. Visit www.bendbulletin.com/geocache for more information.
PLEASE NOTE: This cache may be harder to find during the winter months if there are more than 5 feet of snow on the ground.