Castle Rock trails

The hike to Cecret Lake via the Upper Albion Meadows Trail offers a peaceful journey through colorful wildflower meadows, leading to a serene alpine lake surrounded by striking rocky cliffs. As you ascend, you’ll be treated to views of Albion Basin, where vibrant summer wildflowers and the chance to spot…

Distance: 4.6 mi • Elevation gain: 364 m • Maximum elevation: 3,010 m

The Mount Falcon Loop via Parmalee, Meadow, and Castle Trails offers a diverse hiking experience through woodland, grassland, and rocky landscapes. As you make your way along the route, you’ll encounter expansive views of the Denver skyline, the Front Range peaks, and the distant Mount Evans Wilderness.…

Distance: 3.3 mi • Elevation gain: 189 m • Maximum elevation: 2,360 m

The Russell Point Loop at Castle Rock State Park offers a rewarding hike through diverse terrain, with views that include the rugged cliffs of Castle Rock, the cascading Castle Rock Falls, and the sweeping vistas from the Emily Smith Observation Point. As hikers progress, they are treated to panoramic views of…

Distance: 5.4 mi • Elevation gain: 467 m • Maximum elevation: 961 m

The route to Castle Peak in Tahoe National Forest offers a scenic and moderate challenge for hikers, with expansive views of the Sierra Nevada's rugged terrain. The trail weaves through a mixture of rocky ridgelines, alpine meadows, and forested paths, revealing picturesque vistas of distant peaks such as…

Distance: 5.9 mi • Elevation gain: 579 m • Maximum elevation: 2,739 m

The Andesite Peak Loop in the Tahoe National Forest, is a diverse and rewarding hike. Along the way, you'll traverse through lush meadows, ascend rocky ridgelines, and enjoy sweeping views of surrounding peaks like Castle Peak, with its volcanic features from ancient eruptions. The route provides an…

Distance: 4.8 mi • Elevation gain: 279 m • Maximum elevation: 2,458 m

This loop is a must for nature lovers seeking expansive views of Lake Superior, dramatic cliffs, and unique rock formations. Starting through lush forests, the trail reveals Chapel Falls and the iconic Chapel Rock, a sandstone formation crowned with a lone tree—a marvel of natural resilience. Grand Portal…

Distance: 9.7 mi • Elevation gain: 425 m • Maximum elevation: 256 m

The Grotpeter Loop Trail offers a moderately challenging hike with scenic segments that include shaded woodland paths and sections along Kiefer Creek. The trail features a mix of gradual climbs and rocky descents, notably Cardiac Hill, which adds intensity and appeal for more adventurous hikers and mountain…

Distance: 4.5 mi • Elevation gain: 115 m • Maximum elevation: 192 m

The Alapocas Woods Loop Trail offers a serene escape into nature with its lush, wooded surroundings and scenic views of the Brandywine Creek. Hikers can enjoy a well-maintained path lined with diverse tree species and occasional rock formations, which provide an interesting contrast to the greenery. As you…

Distance: 1.8 mi • Elevation gain: 86 m • Maximum elevation: 73 m

The Rocky Run Loop offers hikers a charming blend of scenic woodlands and peaceful creek views. The trail winds through lush hardwood forests and along the Brandywine Creek, with moments to spot stone walls crafted by early masons and sections lined with old-growth trees, adding a sense of history to the…

Distance: 3.3 mi • Elevation gain: 95 m • Maximum elevation: 122 m

The loop hike on Castle Rock Trail and Grandview Rim Trail offers stunning views of the gorge and its dramatic sandstone cliffs. As you wind through the forest, you'll encounter breathtaking overlooks, especially near the Grandview Overlook, where you can take in the scenic horseshoe bend of the New River…

Distance: 1.0 mi • Elevation gain: 95 m • Maximum elevation: 761 m

Hiking Big Schloss is a memorable journey through a ridge that reveals sweeping views of the Shenandoah Valley and the distant Great North Mountain. The trail weaves through dense hardwoods and rocky terrain, offering intermittent glimpses of the landscape before culminating in a summit with castle-like…

Distance: 4.4 mi • Elevation gain: 312 m • Maximum elevation: 871 m

Distance: 6.6 mi • Elevation gain: 469 m • Maximum elevation: 961 m

Girraween National Park. #Hiking #Loop #Girraween

Distance: 13.3 mi • Elevation gain: 646 m • Maximum elevation: 1,240 m

Girraween National Park. Boonoo Boonoo National Park. #MTB #Loop #Girraween #Boonoo

Distance: 64.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,709 m • Maximum elevation: 1,178 m

Girraween National Park. #MTB #Loop #Girraween

Distance: 18.3 mi • Elevation gain: 510 m • Maximum elevation: 1,108 m

Girraween National Park. #MTB #Loop #Girraween

Distance: 26.8 mi • Elevation gain: 690 m • Maximum elevation: 1,095 m

Porongurup National Park. #Hiking #Porongurup

Distance: 2.6 mi • Elevation gain: 249 m • Maximum elevation: 549 m

Girraween National Park. #Hiking #Girraween

Distance: 3.3 mi • Elevation gain: 234 m • Maximum elevation: 1,088 m

Hike to the Castle Rock from Big Bear Lake along the Castle Rock Creek in the San Bernardino National Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #River #Lake #Nature

Distance: 0.7 mi • Elevation gain: 161 m • Maximum elevation: 2,254 m

Hike from Bull Canyon Parking to Snow Creek along the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail via Lion Peak, Pyramid Peak, Cedar Spring, Palm View Peak, Fobes Saddle, Spitler Peak, Apache Peak, Apache Spring, Antsell Rock, South Peak, Red Tahquitz, Tahquitz Meadow, Powderbox Spring, Middle Spring, Jolley Spring,…

Distance: 59.0 mi • Elevation gain: 3,982 m • Maximum elevation: 2,737 m

Loop hike around Vallemar via Mori Ridge Trail, Sweeney Ridge Trail, Baquiano Trail, Castle Hill, Farallones View Trail, Rockaway Beach, Bluff Trail, Headlands Trail, The Point and Timigtac Trail in the San Francisco Peninsula Watershed, the Mori Point and the Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA).…

Distance: 7.5 mi • Elevation gain: 560 m • Maximum elevation: 375 m

Distance: 20.6 mi • Elevation gain: 303 m • Maximum elevation: 1,512 m