Indus Worm Traditional Cache

The Indus worm or the horrible Indian worm, in ancient Greek writings, was a supposed giant, white, carnivorous worm with a large pair of teeth that lived in the Indus River. he only creature to inhabit the Indus. It resembled the worm which infested figs, but averaged 7 cubits (10 ft) in length. It had a pair of large teeth, one on the upper jaw and one on the lower. The teeth were square, measuring 1 pygōn in the Ancient Greek scale of length, about 15 inches long. It burrowed in the mud bottom by day, and nocturnally devoured prey such as horses, cows, donkeys or camels.

Placement of this geocache has been approved by Rob Rossmanith, Park Biologist.  Please remember, all wheels off the paved road when parking.  Do not block any gates or trailheads and follow the posted speed limits. Do not cross the RR tracks except at the park road. Dogs must be on 6’ leash.