Nestled in the heart of Appalachia, West Virginia is any geocacher’s gateway to the great outdoors. There is a reason the Mountain State is known as Almost Heaven, and we can’t wait to showcase the world-class adventures, friendly culture, and unique experiences West Virginia has to offer. Join us for a weekend of Geocaching greatness, as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the hobby with the world’s original Mega event: Wild and Wonderful GeoWoodstock XXI.
? Morgantown, West Virginia
?️ May 24, 2025
? UPDATES & ANNOUNCEMENTS ?
Trackable Geocoins, shirts, event tags, and meal tickets will be available for purchase on our online store until April 25, while supplies last. Please consider helping support GeoWoodstock XXI and pre-ordering SWAG to save time at the event. Thanks!
?️ What is GeoWoodstock?
The first GeoWoodstock event was created by JoGPS, a geocacher from Tennessee, in 2003 to bring cachers from across the United States together. By 2006, it had become popular internationally and GeoWoodstock 4 was the first-ever geocaching event to attain Mega-event status. GeoWoodstock 2018 was the first Giga event held outside of Europe. Continuing the long line of history, GeoWoodstock is excited to visit West Virginia to celebrate 25 years of Geocaching.
? Event Schedule
Friday, May 23, 2025
8 - 10 am / VIPs & Friends of GeoWoodstock Sneak Peak
10 am - 3 pm / General Admission to GeoWoodstock HQ
Saturday, May 24, 2025
8 am / Doors open - Welcome to GeoWoodstock XXI!
9 am - 5 pm / Speaker Series (~ 45 minutes each)
9 am / Puzzle Factory | Hixon
11 am / Earthcache Writing 101 | All Things Earthcache
12 pm / Geocaching 201 | CaptainMath
12:15 pm / Treasures of our Town LIVE | Seemyshell & GeocachingVlogger
1 pm / County Caching Panel
2 pm / Introduction to Personal SWAG | JenOvations & Bigguy14760
2:15 pm / Gadget Caches | WVTim
3 pm / Challenge Chat | Merlin1392 & Electric Water Boy
4 pm / Cache Odyssey | Geocache Talk
4:15 pm / Reviewer & Lackey Panel10 am / Group Photo at GWXXI signage
11 am - 2 pm / Lunch
5 pm / Closing remarks & GWXXII Announcement
On-site Activities (All Day):
- Pick up your registration package
- Games (redeem wooden nickels)
- Visit the vendors & exhibitors
- Photo opportunities
- VIP lounge
- On-site caches
Saturday Only
- Sign the logbook
- Meet the Mascots
? Official GWXXI Activities
In addition to the hundreds of existing caches within the Morgantown area, GeoWoodstock XXI will have 4 additional caching opportunities for you to enjoy. Ranging from tours of the area to historical trivia, and even chasing the Mothman, the goal of these activities was to create unique experiences that everyone can enjoy. We hope you enjoy your time caching in Almost Heaven.
Adventures in Appalachia Geo-Art
Celebrating the history, culture, heritage, and people of the Mountain State, join us on this virtual tour of West Virginia. 600 trivia-based Adventure Labs are waiting for you at the I-79 Welcome Center to kick off your weekend in Almost Heaven.
Click here for more information.Country Roads Challenge presented by Visit Mountaineer Country
Explore Mountaineer Country like you're a local, and find letterboxes along the way, with this 10-stop challenge. Visit all ten dining, shopping, and recreation destinations and have the opportunity to earn a custom Geocoin.
Click here for more information.Middle of Everywhere GeoTour
Welcome to Marion County, the middle of everywhere! Enjoy a county-wide tour bringing you to historic locations such as the home of the pepperoni roll or an 18th-century reconstructed fort. Find 16/20 caches to earn a coin and all 20 to earn a special souvenir. Coins are very limited.
Click here for more information.Cryptid Quest Geo-Art
Enjoy the hunt for Mothman, Bigfoot, and all their Appalachian cryptid friends in this accessible wherigo geo-art. Be warned, some beasts can be quite elusive.
Click here for more information.
⛰️ Join us for GeoWoodstock XXI weekend!
With 10 events spanning from Thursday (5/22) to Sunday (5/25), there's never a dull moment when caching in WV. Explore an 18th-century reconstructed fort, listen to some authentic mountain music, or enjoy a craft brew with your caching buddies - the possibilities are endless! Click on the banners below to check out the exciting opportunities available during GeoWoodstock XXI weekend!
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Wegpunkte
01ANXX1 - One-way Entrance
N 39° 38.248 W 080° 01.772
Mylan Park Lane will be reduced to a one-way, entering here. Please follow all posted signage and watch for those walking to and from the event center.
02ANXX1 - VIPParkplatz
N 39° 38.233 W 080° 01.894
The first 400 parking spaces will be reserved for VIPs and Friends of GeoWoodstock. Please follow the direction of parking attendants.
03ANXX1 - Main General
N 39° 38.254 W 080° 01.945
All spaces in the back of the parking lot will be used for general parking. Please follow the direction of parking attendants.
04ANXX1 - General
N 39° 38.221 W 080° 01.791
General parking with a quarter mile walk down a slight hill, please stay on the left side of the road.
05ANXX1 - General
N 39° 38.285 W 080° 02.085
General parking with a quarter mile walk down a slight hill, please stay on the right side of the road.
06ANXX1 - Overflow
N 39° 38.732 W 080° 02.607
A shuttle will run from the overflow parking lot to the main event site every 20 minutes.
07ANXX1 - Carpool
N 39° 38.597 W 080° 01.797
SATURDAY (5/24) ONLY. If you are looking to meet your caching buddies at the event and spend the full day, we highly recommend leaving a car at the elementary school.
08ANXX1 - Sign the logbook
N 39° 38.238 W 080° 02.024
On Saturday (5/24) look for the giant "GWXXI" letters in the field to sign the log! Join us here at 10 am for a group photo!
09ANXX1 - Lunch
N 39° 38.200 W 080° 01.997
Lunch will be served from 11 am - 2 pm on Saturday (5/24) in the outdoor pavilion.
10ANXX1 - Speaker Series
N 39° 38.193 W 080° 01.963
Speaker series will start each hour on the hour in the GeoWoodstock Offset building on Saturday (5/24).
