Neo Caches Query

[+BaldHero]

I live in Akron, and want to go geocaching on my birthday, but i am looking for more of a challenge than the usual park and grab. I was hoping that some one from the area might point me in the direction of a cache that isa little more remote. I enjoy a good hike, and am hoping to spend some time on the trail that weekend.

Are there any caches like that to find in Northeast Ohio? As an alternative, i enjoy caches that have really good scenic value. Something to see that takes my breath away.

Any suggestions or ideas?

Much obliged,

L.

[+Beffums]

If you are willing to travel over toward New Castle, PA, there are a few, that I've never been up for trying, that are supposedly well worth it. They are all in the McConnell's Mills area, and most have a 4* terrain rating. From personal experience (pre-caching days) growing up in the area, it is beautiful scenery, even in the winter (that's why Wendell August makes sooooo many items with the McConnell's Mills emblems on them). However, I must be honest, I've not found these caches (i live in Indiana - they're a bit far for me), so I can't speak for the caches themselves, just for the North Country Trail and for McConnell's Mills. Plus, I figure the 4* terrain hints that just maybe...

 

McConnell's Mills

 

Acrophobia

 

Crow Knob

 

Sippery Rock

 

I know that these are a bit farther away, so if you are interested in more, just check out puppyman's bookmark lists on the cache pages. It's a pretty straight shot straight across from Akron on 80, so it shouldn't be a bad drive, but might be further than you had in mind. The only thing I can promise is that they ARE remote.

[+BaldHero]

Thanks, i appreciate the suggestions. I go camping every year on my birthday, and wanted to go caching this year instead. I plan on making a trip to the ones that seem most remote and challenging that are realistically within my range.

Thanks again, those arent too far at all.

L.

[+CarlfromOH]

Definitely check out Logan's Cache and Logan's Lament in Jefferson State Park. Also, there are 2 in Beaver Creek State Park. Columbiana County also has the Fredericktown Train Bridge and Sheepskin Hollow.

 

In the Youngstown area there is Rattlebars Goes Mountaineering, and the 2 near Marenelli's 4 x 4. I understand Rocky Ridge is also challenging.

 

Hope these are a few possibilities for you.

Edited January 28, 2006 by CarlfromOH