Mason Mill, Medlock, and Ira B. Melton parks are all part of one large forest, connected by trails. The Mason Mill Geocaching Adventure spans all three parks and includes over 10 caches available to basic users, plus several more for premium users. You can also participate in two Adventure Labs that start in the Mason Mill parking lot.
This cache was hidden as part of the Atlanta Science Festival, March 13-26, 2022. During the festival, anyone who finds at least 5 caches at Mason Mill/Medlock/Melton and completes one Adventure Lab can take home a special coin (while supplies last), hidden in undisclosed caches throughout the park.
So how to get to this cache on the floodplain along Burnt Fork Creek? The fastest route is from the Mason Mill dog park, but that includes using stepping stones to get across the creek. The other route starts at Mason Mill and uses the PATH boardwalk to access the hiking trails and geozone. Snap a picture of the trail map when you're at the trailhead, or download a copy.
There is no official trail leading to the geozone. Consider getting there by walking an informal trail under the boardwalk. You are looking for a regular-sized ammo box containing a log and swag. Hide it fully when you depart!
This park is open from dawn till dusk. Please do not hunt this when the park is closed. This cache is placed with permission from DeKalb County Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs.
