This series of caches is located west of Hotchkiss, Colorado near the Pleasure Park Recreation Area. This is a favorite spot where I take my dogs to run amuck! They have a ton of energy and are able to run freely without being on a leash! Many other locals use this area for the same purpose; humans and pups getting some exercise!
I decided to place a few caches here because the area offers some great overlooks of the river, adobe scenery and the occasional wildlife sighting. This series will take you on an approximately 2.5 mile walk through the “dobies.” The area is open year round, but walking out here can be obstructed due to weather conditions. During the spring/fall mud season the ground is very slippery, so use caution during this time. The terrain is varied with elevation increases and decreases, but the path follows a two-track trail. The loop may also be driven, but I highly recommend a high clearance, 4-wheel drive vehicle or an ATV.
This is the third cache in the series. From the cache site, you will be able to view a small alcove of rocks. There is a small pond in the recess of the rocks and the sound of trickling water can almost always be heard, even during the winter freeze. If you visit during a time of run-off, you can actually see the waterfall!
***I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THAT TRAVEL ON FOOT PAST THE THIRD CACHE IN THE SERIES BE ATTEMPTED ONLY IF THE GROUND IS DRY, FROZEN OR SNOW COVERED. THE ADOBE MUD IS VERY DIFFICULT TO TRAVERSE***
Congrats to Team kekj for the FTF!
Additional Waypoints
P15K7DK - Pleasure Park Loop Parking Area
N 38° 47.536 W 107° 49.929
This is a great place to park to start the loop.
Pleasure Park Loop #3
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