There’s a peak south of the Big Thompson Canyon that attains an elevation of 9,075 feet. That’s not a really high elevation when compared to heights of the mountains just west of it in Rocky Mountain National Park. But Point 9075's position is remarkable as a location to admire these higher peaks. From it’s summit, one can appreciate stunning, astonishing views of the mountains of the Indian Peaks Wilderness; and the sweep of the highest peaks in RMNP from Meeker and Longs north along the Continental Divide all the way to Sprague Mountain and Stones Peak....and then on north and east to commanding vistas of the high summits of the park’s Mummy Range! Yes, the views from Point 9075 are Stun-onishing! When you gaze upon them, they will form indelible images in your mind. And you will always recall your hike up to this awesome vantage.
Stun-onishing View!!
And it has a geocache, with its logbook treasure awaiting your signature! And within 75 feet of the cache, you’ll find a Benchmark, and a summit register. Heck, this hike gives you a triple: a cache, a benchmark, a summit register. Collect them all, in one beautiful outing!
The cache is a small glass jar that's wrapped in black tape. Make certain you bring a pencil or pen for your signing ceremony, or temporarily borrow the pencil from the summit register for this purpose.
Plan to spend some time on Point 9075's summit. It’s a special place. My puppy Teewinot’s been to the top twice, and it was one of her favorite destinations. On a recent hike to the cache vicinity my puppy Orizaba showed real enthusiasm for the route and the location. Bring a backpack with extra clothing, food, water, and first aid supplies in case you encounter weather changes or surprises.
Stun-onishing Views!!
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