School Pond Overlook

Cache is in a great place to view the spectacular scenery in Mueller State Park with an overlook of School Pond.

Located in Mueller State Park a few feet off School Pond trail (trail # 2), approximately 1.9 mi round trip from School Pond trail head with a 250 ft Elevation Loss/Gain, some places a little steep. School Pond collects water from the surrounding hillsides. It is a shallow home to dragonflies and water skaters. Since it freezes solid every winter, you're not likely to see any fish, but the pond is an essential watering hole to the wildlife, especially elk and mule deer. Look around the muddy banks of the pond and see if you can find any wildlife tracks. The cache is up the hill from the pond. Enjoy the spectacular views along the trail.

Day use fee or Colorado state park pass required.

Placed by permission of Mueller State Park; please be respectful of all surroundings. Stay on trails as much as possible, avoid creating social trails.

All trails are open to hiking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. The trail map available from the Mueller State Park web site shows which trails are open to biking and horseback riding.

Pets are prohibited on all trails and in the backcountry.

Park only in parking lots or trail heads, not on the roadways or in front of gates or fire equipment.

Please stick to established trails. All the twists and turns of the trail system have been designed to get you safely through the terrain and to protect the wildlife habitat.

See the park brochure for additional park regulations.

Please sign the log in this container and trade small unscented items if you desire.
Enjoy the great view.
Original cache contents are log, pencil, small kids toys ect. Stay on trail as cache is only a few feet off trail .

Geocaching Responsibly

A great rule of thumb is to leave any caching location in better condition than when you arrived. Observe posted signs, stay on designated trails, do not trespass onto private property, and even pick up any litter you find along the way.

Always make sure to observe safe hiking practices when geocaching, be mindful of your hiking experience and limits. The most important thing is to get outside and safely have fun!

Practice "Cache In Trash Out®"

While out geocaching, bring a bag with you to pick up trash along the way. Visit the Cache In Trash Out^® page to learn more about CITO.