Musical Journey: 70s Series LbNA #75305
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Add Location| Owner: | Silver Eagle
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| Plant date: | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Location: | Onion Creek Metro Park |
| City: | Austin |
| County: | Travis |
| State: | Texas |
| Boxes: | 26 |
| Found by: | Squiddylumpkins (17) |
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| Last found: | Jan 4, 2026 |
| Status: | FFFFFFF |
| Last edited: | Jan 29, 2021 |
My 1400th Letterbox
Terrain Difficulty: Easy (flat, 3 miles RT)
Status: alive
Like my Musical Journey: 60s Series, this series is about the rock groups I listened to in the 1970s and how the music evolved with each new group, and sometimes within a group. Though some of the groups were formed in the 60s, they are included here since most of their work was done in the 70s. I have included links to songs by each group to help you get in the mood. So come along for a head banging good time by going to Onion Creek Metro Park to find this series.
Directions:
From I35 go east on E Slaughter Ln for 1.7 mi, left on Bluff Springs Rd for 0.4 mi, right on Nuckols Crossing Rd for 0.5 mi & left to stay on it for 0.6 mi, then left into Onion Creek Metro Park & park near entrance.
Box 1: Grand Funk Railroad is an American hard rock trio formed in 1969 in Flint, Michigan known for their crowd-pleasing arena rock style. They released two albums in 1969, but their 1970 album (Closer To Home) contained the huge hit song I'm Your Captain. The double disc Live Album was released later in 1970 and it showcased their appeal with songs like Into The Sun.
Walk back to entrance & go right on sidewalk a short way, then right on gravel path about 100 yards to its end. Continue straight on dirt path 90 steps, then left off trail 10 steps to 2-trunk tree. LB is in crotch between trunks 1' high under sticks & leaves.
Box 2: Black Sabbath were an English rock band formed in Birmingham in 1968 who distinguished themselves through occult themes and Ozzy Osbourne's eerie vocals. They released their first two albums in 1970 with many songs that would become classics, like Iron Man and War Pigs.
Continue on trail 90 steps to jct and go left 150 steps, then right off trail 12 steps to large cedar tree. LB is at back base under a rock & needles.
Box 3: Santana is an American rock band formed in San Francisco in 1966 by Mexican-American guitarist and songwriter Carlos Santana. They released their first album in 1969, but the next album (Abraxas) in 1970 contained the number 1 hit song Black Magic Woman/Gypsy Queen. In the next few albums Santana experimented with elements of jazz fusion, like the song Flame Sky.
Continue on trail 112 steps to jct and go left 50 steps, then left off trail 10 steps to 3-trunk tree with left trunk broken and laying on ground. LB is in crotch of broken trunk under leaves.
Box 4: Jethro Tull are a British rock band formed in Blackpool, Lancashire in 1967 and led by vocalist/flautist/guitarist Ian Anderson. They released two albums in the late 60s, but gained popularity with their third album (Benefit) in 1970 and fourth album (Aqualung) in 1971, featuring the title song Aqualung. When critics called it a concept album, they decided their next album in 1972 would be a parody of the concept album genre, resulting in one continuous song split over two sides of an LP record called Thick as a Brick.
Continue on trail 135 steps to jct and go right 70 steps, as trail bends right then left. Go left off trail 6 steps to multi-trunk tree with smaller trees around it. LB is at back base under sticks & leaves.
Box 5: Ten Years After are a British blues rock band formed in 1966 by guitarist Alvin Lee. They released a few albums in the late 60s, but Cricklewood Green, released in 1970, contained many hit songs like 50,000 Miles Beneath My Brain. In 1971 they released A Space in Time, which contained their biggest hit I'd Love to Change the World.
Continue on trail 210 steps, following blue blazes, to two multi-trunk trees on right 4 steps from trail. LB is at back base between them under sticks & leaves.
Box 6: Chicago is an American rock band formed in 1967 in Chicago, Illinois and their soulful rock and roll feel was produced by fusing brass and jazz. Their first album (Chicago Transit Authority) was released in 1969 and did well, but the next album (Chicago, since they shortened their name) in 1970 is considered to be the group's breakthrough album with hit songs like 25 or 6 to 4. In 1971, they released Chicago at Carnegie Hall, a quadruple LP consisting of live performances of songs like Beginnings.
Continue on trail 140 steps, then right off trail 10 steps to multi-trunk tree surrounded by smaller trees. LB is at back base under sticks & leaves.
Box 7: The Allman Brothers Band were an American rock band formed in Jacksonville, Florida in 1969 by Duane Allman, the greatest slide guitarist in history, and it contained two lead guitarists and two drummers that incorporated elements of blues, jazz, and country music. Their first two albums contained many future hits, but their 1971 album Live At Fillmore East featured the jams and instrumentals that they became known for like Whipping Post and In Memory of Elizabeth Reed.
Continue on trail 135 steps to 4-way jct in clearing. Continue straight 60 steps, then right off trail 4 steps to double-trunk tree. LB is at back base under sticks & leaves.
Box 8: Uriah Heep are an English rock band formed in London in 1969 with a heavy organ and guitar-driven sound. They released their first two albums in 1970 and 1971, but it was their third album in late 1971 that had many hits songs, including the title track Look at Yourself and Tears in My Eyes.
Continue on trail 70 steps to where trail goes through barbed-wire fence gap. Continue 45 steps to where it goes through another gap in fence. Continue 10 steps as trail cureves left, then right off trail 6 steps to two 2-trunk trees. LB is at back base between them under sticks & leaves.
Box 9: Mountain was an American hard rock band that formed on Long Island, New York in 1969 featuring vocalist and guitarist Leslie West. Their debut album (Climbing) was released on March 7, 1970 and included their best-known song Mississippi Queen. After two more albums in 1971, they released a live album (The Road Goes Ever On) in 1972 with an extended version of the song Nantucket Sleighride.
Continue on trail 120 steps to Y-jct with sign on left saying "No Trespassing". Go right 50 steps to another Y-jct and go left 40 steps, then right off trail 8 steps to medium cedar tree. LB is at back base under sticks & needles.
Box 10: Derek and the Dominos were an English–American blues-rock band formed in the spring of 1970 by guitarist and singer Eric Clapton while helping George Harrison with his solo album "All Things Must Pass". Later that year they released their only studio album (Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs) with one of Clapton's most outstanding achievements, a song inspired by his unrequited love for Pattie Boyd called Layla, with Duane Allman on slide guitar. In 1973 they released a live double album (In Concert) with extended versions of songs like Why Does Love Got to Be So Sad.
Continue on trail 180 steps as trail winds around, then right off trail 18 steps to large multi-trunk tree. LB is within trunks 2' high under sticks & leaves.
Box 11: Pink Floyd were an English rock band formed in London in 1965 and gained an early following as one of the first British psychedelic groups known for their sonic experimentation, philosophical lyrics and elaborate live shows. They released several albums in the late 60s and early 70s, but gained international fame with their 1973 release of Dark Side of the Moon with the popular song Money. In 1979 they released their second best-selling album The Wall, with the song Comfortably Numb.
Continue on trail 135 steps to jct just past gap in fence. Go left 60 steps, then left off trail 6 steps to multi-trunk tree surrounded by smaller trees. LB is at back base under sticks & leaves.
Box 12: Yes are an English progressive rock band formed in London in 1968 who began by performing rearranged covers of rock, pop, blues and jazz songs, as evident on their first two albums. A change of direction in 1970 led to a series of successful progressive rock albums, including Fragile in 1971 that featured Rick Wakeman on keyboards and their best-known song Roundabout. In 1973 they released the live triple album Yessongs with extended versions of songs like Yours Is No Disgrace.
Continue on trail 145 steps to jct with many trails. Go on right-most trail 15 steps, then right off trail 9 steps to group of small trees behind wood frame. LB is at back base under sticks & leaves.
Box 13: Emmerson, Lake & Palmer were an English supergroup formed in London in April 1970 that became one of the most popular and commercially successful progressive rock bands in the 1970s. Their sound included adaptations of classical music with jazz and symphonic rock elements, dominated by Emerson's flamboyant use of the Hammond organ, Moog synthesizer and piano. They are at their best on the 1974 live triple album Welcome Back My Friends with songs Hoedown and Karn Evil 9.
Continue on trail, as another trail joins from left, for 133 steps, then right off trail 7 steps to large 2-trunk tree. LB is at back base under a large rock & leaves.
Box 14: Robin Trower is an English rock guitarist and vocalist who formed the Robin Trower Band in 1973. They released their first album that year but their next one in 1974 (Bridge of Sighs) was a commercial breakthrough with songs like Bridge of Sighs. In 1975 they released a live album with extended versions of popular songs like Too Rolling Stoned.
Continue on trail 160 steps, then left off trail 12 steps to 3-trunk tree. LB is at back base under a rock & leaves.
Box 15: Aerosmith is an American rock band formed in Boston in 1970 with a style rooted in blues-based hard rock. They released their first two albums in 1973 & 1974 to some success, but their third album (Toys in the Attic) in 1975 established them as international stars with songs like Sweet Emotion and Walk This Way.
Continue on trail 170 steps to Y-jct with cedar tree on left. Go right 80 steps to another Y-jct and stay left 70 steps, then left off trail 5 steps to tree with broken box in front. LB is at back base under sticks & leaves.
Box 16: The Marshall Tucker Band is an American rock band from Spartanburg, South Carolina formed in 1972 that helped establish the Southern rock genre by incorporating blues, country & jazz. Their debut album released in 1973 had the hit song Can't You See. In 1974 they released a partial live album (Where We All Belong) with extensive jamming on the song 24 Hours at a Time.
Continue on trail 200 steps to jct with trail you were just on and go left 75 steps back to Y-jct from earlier. Go right 115 steps, then right off trail 12 steps to oak tree with cedar tree on right. LB is at back of oak under a rock & leaves.
Box 17: Mahavishnu Orchestra were a jazz fusion band formed in New York City in 1971, led by English guitarist John McLaughlin playing his custom doubleneck guitar. Their complex, intense blend of guitar, violin, keyboards & drums can be heard on their first album (The Inner Mounting Flame) released that same year in the song The Noonward Race. In 1973 they released a live album (Between Nothingness and Eternity) which showcased their dynamic live performances of songs like Trilogy.
Continue on trail 75 steps to jct in clearing and go right 90 steps, then left off trail 10 steps to curved oak tree with small cedar tree behind. LB is at back base under a rock & leaves.
Box 18: Return to Forever is an American jazz fusion band that was founded by pianist Chick Corea in 1971 and is one of the core groups of the jazz-fusion movement of the 1970s. The first edition of the group performed primarily Latin-oriented music, but by 1973 they completely changed into jazz-rock with the classic lineup of Stanley Clarke on bass and Al Di Meola on guitar. Their talent is obvious on the 1974 album "Where Have I Known You Before" on songs Vulcan Worlds and Song to the Pharaoh Kings.
Continue on trail 210 steps, then right off trail 12 steps to tree with downed tree in front. LB is at right base under a rock & leaves.
Box 19: Blue Oyster Cult is an American rock band formed in Stony Brook, New York in 1967, though it went through several name changes until 1971. They are often referred to as “the thinking man’s heavy metal band” due to cryptic lyrics and literate songwriting. Their first three albums sold well, but the 1975 live album (On Your Feet or on Your Knees) went gold with extended versions of songs like ME 262. Then in 1976 they released "Agents of Fortune", which went platinum and contained the hit song The Reaper.
Continue on trail 98 steps to jct with small trail on left. Continue straight on large trail 100 steps to tire on left. Go right off trail 10 steps to group of three small trees. LB is at back base of middle one under a rock & leaves.
Box 20: UFO are an English rock band that was formed in London in 1968 who were a transitional group between early hard rock and the new wave of British heavy metal. They released two unsuccessful albums in the early 70s, but after recruiting Michael Schenker on guitar they released "Phenomenon" in 1974, which had a harder-edged sound as heard in the hit song Doctor Doctor. In 1979 they released a live album (Strangers in The Night) that featured an extended version of the song Rock Bottom.
Continue on trail 50 steps to 4-way jct and go right 60 steps to manhole on left. Go right 9 steps to tree reaching over you. LB is at back base under a rock & leaves.
Box 21: Rush was a Canadian rock band formed in Toronto in 1968 consisting of Geddy Lee (bass, vocals, keyboards, composer), Alex Lifeson (guitars, composer), and Neil Peart (drums, percussion, lyricist), who are acknowledged as some of the most proficient players on their respective instruments. Their debut album (Rush) was released in 1974 with the hit song Working Man. In 1976 they released a double live album (All the World's a Stage) with an extended version of By-Tor and the Snow Dog.
Continue on trail 135 steps to another manhole on left. Continue 10 steps, then right off trail 9 steps to multi-trunk tree. LB is at right base under a rock & leaves.
Box 22: Kiss is an American rock band formed in New York City in January 1973 known for their make-up and costumes and shocking live performances. They released three albums in the next couple of years to growing success, but their live double album (Alive!) released in 1975 was their breakthrough with songs like Cold Gin and Rock and Roll All Night.
Continue on trail 165 steps to sign about dogs on leash at jct. Go left 35 steps to Y-jct and go right 50 steps, then left off trail 5 steps to two trees embracing. LB is at back base of larger one under sticks & leaves.
Box 23: Judas Priest are an English heavy metal band formed in Birmingham in 1969 who are frequently ranked as one of the greatest metal bands of all time. They released several albums in the mid-70s to growing success, leading to a live album (Unleashed in the East) in 1979 with powerful versions of songs like Exciter and Victim of Changes.
Continue on trail 65 steps to Y-jct and go right 55 steps, then right off trail 10 steps to cement cistern surrounded by trees. Continue 10 more steps behind it to group of small trees by cactus. LB is at back base under a rock & leaves.
Box 24: AC/DC are an Australian rock band formed in Sydney in 1973 who are considered one of the greatest hard rock bands of all time. They released several albums to mixed reviews, including a live album (If You Want Blood You've Got It) in 1978 which featured their greatest hits up to that time, with songs like Whole Lotta Rosie. Their breakthrough came in 1979 with the release of "Highway to Hell" album, featuring the title track Highway to Hell.
Go back on trail 55 steps to jct you were just at and go right 130 steps to Y-jct with cedar tree on left. Go left 50 steps, then right off trail 6 steps to small multi-trunk tree. LB is at back base under sticks & leaves.
Box 25: Boston is an American rock band from Boston, Massachusetts formed in 1975 who went on to become one of the world's best-selling bands. Their debut album (Boston) in 1976 had several big hit songs, including More Than a Feeling and Smokin'.
Continue on trail 50 steps to jct and go left 145 steps to cactus on left side of trail. Go left off trail 12 steps to multi-trunk tree with LB at back base under sticks & leaves.
Box 26: Cheap Trick is an American rock band from Rockford, Illinois, formed in 1973 who started with a hard rock sound but later developed a more polished power pop style. They released two unsuccessful albums in 1977, but in 1978 the album "Heaven Tonight" did better with the hit song Surrender. Then their live album "Cheap Trick at Budokan" in 1979 launched the band into international stardom with songs like Need Your Love.
Continue on trail 35 steps to jct and go right 35 steps to big trail with sign about dogs on leash you were at before. Go left 95 steps, following power lines, to manhole on left. Continue 78 steps to another manhole on left. Continue 98 steps to jct and go straight 93 steps to another manhole on left. Continue 12 steps, then right off trail 8 steps to two multi-trunk trees near the fence. LB is at back base of left one under a large rock & leaves. Continue 100 yds to trailhead at Nuckols Crossing Rd and go left along rd about 200 yds to entrance of park where you started.
Hike length: 3-5 miles
Terrain Difficulty: Easy (flat, 3 miles RT)
Status: alive
Like my Musical Journey: 60s Series, this series is about the rock groups I listened to in the 1970s and how the music evolved with each new group, and sometimes within a group. Though some of the groups were formed in the 60s, they are included here since most of their work was done in the 70s. I have included links to songs by each group to help you get in the mood. So come along for a head banging good time by going to Onion Creek Metro Park to find this series.
Directions:
From I35 go east on E Slaughter Ln for 1.7 mi, left on Bluff Springs Rd for 0.4 mi, right on Nuckols Crossing Rd for 0.5 mi & left to stay on it for 0.6 mi, then left into Onion Creek Metro Park & park near entrance.
Box 1: Grand Funk Railroad is an American hard rock trio formed in 1969 in Flint, Michigan known for their crowd-pleasing arena rock style. They released two albums in 1969, but their 1970 album (Closer To Home) contained the huge hit song I'm Your Captain. The double disc Live Album was released later in 1970 and it showcased their appeal with songs like Into The Sun.
Walk back to entrance & go right on sidewalk a short way, then right on gravel path about 100 yards to its end. Continue straight on dirt path 90 steps, then left off trail 10 steps to 2-trunk tree. LB is in crotch between trunks 1' high under sticks & leaves.
Box 2: Black Sabbath were an English rock band formed in Birmingham in 1968 who distinguished themselves through occult themes and Ozzy Osbourne's eerie vocals. They released their first two albums in 1970 with many songs that would become classics, like Iron Man and War Pigs.
Continue on trail 90 steps to jct and go left 150 steps, then right off trail 12 steps to large cedar tree. LB is at back base under a rock & needles.
Box 3: Santana is an American rock band formed in San Francisco in 1966 by Mexican-American guitarist and songwriter Carlos Santana. They released their first album in 1969, but the next album (Abraxas) in 1970 contained the number 1 hit song Black Magic Woman/Gypsy Queen. In the next few albums Santana experimented with elements of jazz fusion, like the song Flame Sky.
Continue on trail 112 steps to jct and go left 50 steps, then left off trail 10 steps to 3-trunk tree with left trunk broken and laying on ground. LB is in crotch of broken trunk under leaves.
Box 4: Jethro Tull are a British rock band formed in Blackpool, Lancashire in 1967 and led by vocalist/flautist/guitarist Ian Anderson. They released two albums in the late 60s, but gained popularity with their third album (Benefit) in 1970 and fourth album (Aqualung) in 1971, featuring the title song Aqualung. When critics called it a concept album, they decided their next album in 1972 would be a parody of the concept album genre, resulting in one continuous song split over two sides of an LP record called Thick as a Brick.
Continue on trail 135 steps to jct and go right 70 steps, as trail bends right then left. Go left off trail 6 steps to multi-trunk tree with smaller trees around it. LB is at back base under sticks & leaves.
Box 5: Ten Years After are a British blues rock band formed in 1966 by guitarist Alvin Lee. They released a few albums in the late 60s, but Cricklewood Green, released in 1970, contained many hit songs like 50,000 Miles Beneath My Brain. In 1971 they released A Space in Time, which contained their biggest hit I'd Love to Change the World.
Continue on trail 210 steps, following blue blazes, to two multi-trunk trees on right 4 steps from trail. LB is at back base between them under sticks & leaves.
Box 6: Chicago is an American rock band formed in 1967 in Chicago, Illinois and their soulful rock and roll feel was produced by fusing brass and jazz. Their first album (Chicago Transit Authority) was released in 1969 and did well, but the next album (Chicago, since they shortened their name) in 1970 is considered to be the group's breakthrough album with hit songs like 25 or 6 to 4. In 1971, they released Chicago at Carnegie Hall, a quadruple LP consisting of live performances of songs like Beginnings.
Continue on trail 140 steps, then right off trail 10 steps to multi-trunk tree surrounded by smaller trees. LB is at back base under sticks & leaves.
Box 7: The Allman Brothers Band were an American rock band formed in Jacksonville, Florida in 1969 by Duane Allman, the greatest slide guitarist in history, and it contained two lead guitarists and two drummers that incorporated elements of blues, jazz, and country music. Their first two albums contained many future hits, but their 1971 album Live At Fillmore East featured the jams and instrumentals that they became known for like Whipping Post and In Memory of Elizabeth Reed.
Continue on trail 135 steps to 4-way jct in clearing. Continue straight 60 steps, then right off trail 4 steps to double-trunk tree. LB is at back base under sticks & leaves.
Box 8: Uriah Heep are an English rock band formed in London in 1969 with a heavy organ and guitar-driven sound. They released their first two albums in 1970 and 1971, but it was their third album in late 1971 that had many hits songs, including the title track Look at Yourself and Tears in My Eyes.
Continue on trail 70 steps to where trail goes through barbed-wire fence gap. Continue 45 steps to where it goes through another gap in fence. Continue 10 steps as trail cureves left, then right off trail 6 steps to two 2-trunk trees. LB is at back base between them under sticks & leaves.
Box 9: Mountain was an American hard rock band that formed on Long Island, New York in 1969 featuring vocalist and guitarist Leslie West. Their debut album (Climbing) was released on March 7, 1970 and included their best-known song Mississippi Queen. After two more albums in 1971, they released a live album (The Road Goes Ever On) in 1972 with an extended version of the song Nantucket Sleighride.
Continue on trail 120 steps to Y-jct with sign on left saying "No Trespassing". Go right 50 steps to another Y-jct and go left 40 steps, then right off trail 8 steps to medium cedar tree. LB is at back base under sticks & needles.
Box 10: Derek and the Dominos were an English–American blues-rock band formed in the spring of 1970 by guitarist and singer Eric Clapton while helping George Harrison with his solo album "All Things Must Pass". Later that year they released their only studio album (Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs) with one of Clapton's most outstanding achievements, a song inspired by his unrequited love for Pattie Boyd called Layla, with Duane Allman on slide guitar. In 1973 they released a live double album (In Concert) with extended versions of songs like Why Does Love Got to Be So Sad.
Continue on trail 180 steps as trail winds around, then right off trail 18 steps to large multi-trunk tree. LB is within trunks 2' high under sticks & leaves.
Box 11: Pink Floyd were an English rock band formed in London in 1965 and gained an early following as one of the first British psychedelic groups known for their sonic experimentation, philosophical lyrics and elaborate live shows. They released several albums in the late 60s and early 70s, but gained international fame with their 1973 release of Dark Side of the Moon with the popular song Money. In 1979 they released their second best-selling album The Wall, with the song Comfortably Numb.
Continue on trail 135 steps to jct just past gap in fence. Go left 60 steps, then left off trail 6 steps to multi-trunk tree surrounded by smaller trees. LB is at back base under sticks & leaves.
Box 12: Yes are an English progressive rock band formed in London in 1968 who began by performing rearranged covers of rock, pop, blues and jazz songs, as evident on their first two albums. A change of direction in 1970 led to a series of successful progressive rock albums, including Fragile in 1971 that featured Rick Wakeman on keyboards and their best-known song Roundabout. In 1973 they released the live triple album Yessongs with extended versions of songs like Yours Is No Disgrace.
Continue on trail 145 steps to jct with many trails. Go on right-most trail 15 steps, then right off trail 9 steps to group of small trees behind wood frame. LB is at back base under sticks & leaves.
Box 13: Emmerson, Lake & Palmer were an English supergroup formed in London in April 1970 that became one of the most popular and commercially successful progressive rock bands in the 1970s. Their sound included adaptations of classical music with jazz and symphonic rock elements, dominated by Emerson's flamboyant use of the Hammond organ, Moog synthesizer and piano. They are at their best on the 1974 live triple album Welcome Back My Friends with songs Hoedown and Karn Evil 9.
Continue on trail, as another trail joins from left, for 133 steps, then right off trail 7 steps to large 2-trunk tree. LB is at back base under a large rock & leaves.
Box 14: Robin Trower is an English rock guitarist and vocalist who formed the Robin Trower Band in 1973. They released their first album that year but their next one in 1974 (Bridge of Sighs) was a commercial breakthrough with songs like Bridge of Sighs. In 1975 they released a live album with extended versions of popular songs like Too Rolling Stoned.
Continue on trail 160 steps, then left off trail 12 steps to 3-trunk tree. LB is at back base under a rock & leaves.
Box 15: Aerosmith is an American rock band formed in Boston in 1970 with a style rooted in blues-based hard rock. They released their first two albums in 1973 & 1974 to some success, but their third album (Toys in the Attic) in 1975 established them as international stars with songs like Sweet Emotion and Walk This Way.
Continue on trail 170 steps to Y-jct with cedar tree on left. Go right 80 steps to another Y-jct and stay left 70 steps, then left off trail 5 steps to tree with broken box in front. LB is at back base under sticks & leaves.
Box 16: The Marshall Tucker Band is an American rock band from Spartanburg, South Carolina formed in 1972 that helped establish the Southern rock genre by incorporating blues, country & jazz. Their debut album released in 1973 had the hit song Can't You See. In 1974 they released a partial live album (Where We All Belong) with extensive jamming on the song 24 Hours at a Time.
Continue on trail 200 steps to jct with trail you were just on and go left 75 steps back to Y-jct from earlier. Go right 115 steps, then right off trail 12 steps to oak tree with cedar tree on right. LB is at back of oak under a rock & leaves.
Box 17: Mahavishnu Orchestra were a jazz fusion band formed in New York City in 1971, led by English guitarist John McLaughlin playing his custom doubleneck guitar. Their complex, intense blend of guitar, violin, keyboards & drums can be heard on their first album (The Inner Mounting Flame) released that same year in the song The Noonward Race. In 1973 they released a live album (Between Nothingness and Eternity) which showcased their dynamic live performances of songs like Trilogy.
Continue on trail 75 steps to jct in clearing and go right 90 steps, then left off trail 10 steps to curved oak tree with small cedar tree behind. LB is at back base under a rock & leaves.
Box 18: Return to Forever is an American jazz fusion band that was founded by pianist Chick Corea in 1971 and is one of the core groups of the jazz-fusion movement of the 1970s. The first edition of the group performed primarily Latin-oriented music, but by 1973 they completely changed into jazz-rock with the classic lineup of Stanley Clarke on bass and Al Di Meola on guitar. Their talent is obvious on the 1974 album "Where Have I Known You Before" on songs Vulcan Worlds and Song to the Pharaoh Kings.
Continue on trail 210 steps, then right off trail 12 steps to tree with downed tree in front. LB is at right base under a rock & leaves.
Box 19: Blue Oyster Cult is an American rock band formed in Stony Brook, New York in 1967, though it went through several name changes until 1971. They are often referred to as “the thinking man’s heavy metal band” due to cryptic lyrics and literate songwriting. Their first three albums sold well, but the 1975 live album (On Your Feet or on Your Knees) went gold with extended versions of songs like ME 262. Then in 1976 they released "Agents of Fortune", which went platinum and contained the hit song The Reaper.
Continue on trail 98 steps to jct with small trail on left. Continue straight on large trail 100 steps to tire on left. Go right off trail 10 steps to group of three small trees. LB is at back base of middle one under a rock & leaves.
Box 20: UFO are an English rock band that was formed in London in 1968 who were a transitional group between early hard rock and the new wave of British heavy metal. They released two unsuccessful albums in the early 70s, but after recruiting Michael Schenker on guitar they released "Phenomenon" in 1974, which had a harder-edged sound as heard in the hit song Doctor Doctor. In 1979 they released a live album (Strangers in The Night) that featured an extended version of the song Rock Bottom.
Continue on trail 50 steps to 4-way jct and go right 60 steps to manhole on left. Go right 9 steps to tree reaching over you. LB is at back base under a rock & leaves.
Box 21: Rush was a Canadian rock band formed in Toronto in 1968 consisting of Geddy Lee (bass, vocals, keyboards, composer), Alex Lifeson (guitars, composer), and Neil Peart (drums, percussion, lyricist), who are acknowledged as some of the most proficient players on their respective instruments. Their debut album (Rush) was released in 1974 with the hit song Working Man. In 1976 they released a double live album (All the World's a Stage) with an extended version of By-Tor and the Snow Dog.
Continue on trail 135 steps to another manhole on left. Continue 10 steps, then right off trail 9 steps to multi-trunk tree. LB is at right base under a rock & leaves.
Box 22: Kiss is an American rock band formed in New York City in January 1973 known for their make-up and costumes and shocking live performances. They released three albums in the next couple of years to growing success, but their live double album (Alive!) released in 1975 was their breakthrough with songs like Cold Gin and Rock and Roll All Night.
Continue on trail 165 steps to sign about dogs on leash at jct. Go left 35 steps to Y-jct and go right 50 steps, then left off trail 5 steps to two trees embracing. LB is at back base of larger one under sticks & leaves.
Box 23: Judas Priest are an English heavy metal band formed in Birmingham in 1969 who are frequently ranked as one of the greatest metal bands of all time. They released several albums in the mid-70s to growing success, leading to a live album (Unleashed in the East) in 1979 with powerful versions of songs like Exciter and Victim of Changes.
Continue on trail 65 steps to Y-jct and go right 55 steps, then right off trail 10 steps to cement cistern surrounded by trees. Continue 10 more steps behind it to group of small trees by cactus. LB is at back base under a rock & leaves.
Box 24: AC/DC are an Australian rock band formed in Sydney in 1973 who are considered one of the greatest hard rock bands of all time. They released several albums to mixed reviews, including a live album (If You Want Blood You've Got It) in 1978 which featured their greatest hits up to that time, with songs like Whole Lotta Rosie. Their breakthrough came in 1979 with the release of "Highway to Hell" album, featuring the title track Highway to Hell.
Go back on trail 55 steps to jct you were just at and go right 130 steps to Y-jct with cedar tree on left. Go left 50 steps, then right off trail 6 steps to small multi-trunk tree. LB is at back base under sticks & leaves.
Box 25: Boston is an American rock band from Boston, Massachusetts formed in 1975 who went on to become one of the world's best-selling bands. Their debut album (Boston) in 1976 had several big hit songs, including More Than a Feeling and Smokin'.
Continue on trail 50 steps to jct and go left 145 steps to cactus on left side of trail. Go left off trail 12 steps to multi-trunk tree with LB at back base under sticks & leaves.
Box 26: Cheap Trick is an American rock band from Rockford, Illinois, formed in 1973 who started with a hard rock sound but later developed a more polished power pop style. They released two unsuccessful albums in 1977, but in 1978 the album "Heaven Tonight" did better with the hit song Surrender. Then their live album "Cheap Trick at Budokan" in 1979 launched the band into international stardom with songs like Need Your Love.
Continue on trail 35 steps to jct and go right 35 steps to big trail with sign about dogs on leash you were at before. Go left 95 steps, following power lines, to manhole on left. Continue 78 steps to another manhole on left. Continue 98 steps to jct and go straight 93 steps to another manhole on left. Continue 12 steps, then right off trail 8 steps to two multi-trunk trees near the fence. LB is at back base of left one under a large rock & leaves. Continue 100 yds to trailhead at Nuckols Crossing Rd and go left along rd about 200 yds to entrance of park where you started.
Hike length: 3-5 miles