This cache is part of the official “Discover Mission Viejo GeoTour GT4D8” which will lead visitors to discover trails, parks, and other prominent locations throughout Mission Viejo. Those who complete the tour will be eligible to receive a GeoCoin for their achievement by completing the GeoTour passport and finding code words. Passports and instructions can be found here: Geocaching | City of Mission Viejo.
The cache is NOT at the above coordinates, but you will need to begin your adventure here!
Note the difficulty on this challenging hide. Totts will most likely be required, although it is possible without them.
At the above coordinates you will find a historical marker that discusses Old US Highway 101, which used to go through Mission Viejo before Interstate 5 was constructed in the 1960s. US 101 originally connected the coastal cities of San Diego, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. 100 years earlier in the 1860s, this site was used as a staging station for horses and riders in part due to the discovery of a nearby spring.
To get the final coordinates for the geocache, you must use the name of this ancient spring (3 words). Enter these 3 words into Certitude below (click the road sign logo) for the final coordinates and a hint.
Use stealth at the final and bring your totts. You may be looking for a while! Please be careful with the cache container and try not to break it
You can validate your puzzle solution with
certitude.
This cache has been placed with special permission from the City of Mission Viejo and Geocaching HQ.
Cache was placed, designed, and maintained by bluesnote