Castle Peak is located near I-80 and the Nevada line, not far off the Pacific Crest Trail. It stands at 9,109 feet in elevation and gets its name from its conical shape.

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Castle Peak and Basin Peak via Castle Valley Road and PCT

12.3km

04:07

660m

460m

Hike Castle Peak and Basin Peak via Castle Valley Road and PCT for a moderate 7.6-mile journey with panoramic views in Tahoe National Forest

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Castle Peak Trail

9.33km

03:17

530m

Hike the moderate 5.8-mile Castle Peak Trail in Tahoe National Forest, gaining 1732 feet for panoramic Sierra Nevada views.

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Castle Valley North Trailhead – Castle Pass loop from Boreal Mountain Resort

11.9km

03:59

570m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 2,710 m

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Location: Nevada County, California, United States

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Castle Peak

#1.

Castle Peak and Basin Peak via Castle Valley Road and PCT

#2.

Castle Peak Trail

#3.

Castle Valley North Trailhead – Castle Pass loop from Boreal Mountain Resort

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