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Colorado
Castle Peak Trail
0.8 mi
Distance
1,502 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside White River National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Big climb
Quick trip — under 2 mi
Out & back
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Castle Peak Trail
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 0.8 mi
- Elevation gain
- 1,502 ft
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- Forest Service
About this trail
Castle Peak Trail is a short out-and-back hike in Colorado covering 0.81 miles with 1,502 feet of elevation gain. The trail ascends Castle Peak, offering views from the summit.
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Taylor Park Trading Post
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Arrowhead Point Campground and Cabins
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