Geocaching is an outdoor activity using a Global Positioning Sysem (GPS) device to hide and find containers (geocaches) left by others. Usually a cache is a waterproof container with a logbook inside. Once a person finds the cache, they enter the date it was found and place it back exactly where they found it.
Geocaching
Geocaching Regulations
Since April 30, 2009, MDC has permitted geocachers and letterboxers who acquire a Special Use Permit to place caches and letterboxes on many conservation areas. To get a Special Use Permit, search our online Conservation Atlas to find the area you wish to use, and call the phone number listed for that area. You do not need to have a Special Use Permit to search for caches on conservation areas, only to place them. Thanks for using and enjoying your Missouri Department of Conservation areas!
Contact the conservation area manager before leaving a geocache in an area.
Events
Join an MDC Naturalist at Tower Grove Park to learn about some of Missouri’s native amphibian species and go on a geocaching adventure to practice your amphibian ID skills! We’ll meet at the Stone Shelter, learn some awesome amphibian facts, go over how to use GPS units and geocaching basics before setting off on our amazing amphibian adventure.
This program will be entirely outdoors, so please dress for the weather.