Castle Rock is part of a long line of cliffs, known as Hermosa Cliffs, near Purgatory Ski Resort. Castle Rock sits at an elevation of 10,441 feet and offers great views of the Needle Mountains from the summit.

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November 21, 2023

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Castle Rock via Elbert Creek Trail

2.96km

01:01

140m

150m

Hike the easy 1.8-mile Castle Rock via Elbert Creek Trail in San Juan National Forest for panoramic views and aspen groves.

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Castle Rock via Elbert Creek Trail

8.32km

02:58

500m

Hike the 5.2-mile Castle Rock via Elbert Creek Trail, a moderate route with 1,652 feet of gain and stunning San Juan Mountain views.

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Castle Rock via Elbert Creek Trail

8.34km

03:06

560m

Hike the moderate 5.2-mile Castle Rock via Elbert Creek Trail for dramatic clifftop views of the San Juan Mountains and Animas Valley.

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Elevation 3,010 m

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Location: La Plata County, Colorado, United States

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Castle Rock via Elbert Creek Trail

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Castle Rock via Elbert Creek Trail

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Castle Rock via Elbert Creek Trail

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