This small series of 5 caches lies along a small plateau unofficially called "Snowbird Mesa". These caches are an easy walk, but because of the great erosion in the area, the edges of this mesa are NOT safe. Enjoy the area, the walk and the great view from a SAFE distance from the edges of the mesa. :)
Go look at "Snake Bit" for some more pictures of this unusual area.
The western diamondback rattlesnake is an extremely venomous rattlesnake species found in the United States and Mexico. It is likely responsible for the majority of snakebite fatalities in northern Mexico and the second-greatest number in the USA after the Eastern Diamond-backed Rattlesnake.
The diamondback is found only in extreme southern Clark County and is rarely encountered by people. It is the largest of our native species with a potential length of more than four feet. It looks similar to the Mojave Green except it has a series of distinct diamond-shaped blotches and it lacks the green color of the Mojave.
Rattlesnakes are primarily nocturnal during periods of excessive daytime heat, but also active during daylight when the temperature is more moderate. They are not normally active during cooler periods in Winter.
When alarmed, a rattlesnake shakes its tail back and forth. The movement rubs the rattle segments together producing a buzzing sound which serves as a warning.
These snake are Poisonous!!! Do not touch, approach closer than 4', or try to catch these snakes!!
This cache is less than .2 mi from the "Snake Pit"... aka parking. It's a short and quick walk but don't forget it can be extremely hot and dry here. Carry water, wear a hat, and watch out for snakes. I DO NOT recommend this walk for children. There is some moderate exposure and some steep edges that children could fall from. I DO NOT recommend anyone walk to any edge and look down... the ground is just too soft and rotted and could easily collapse if you're too close to the edge.
Cache on!