Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 15, 2025

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Start point

Parking

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425 m

View of the Mountains in Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit

Great view of the mountains in the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit. The hike up to the viewpoint is strenuous but it's worth the effort for the great views.

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2.22 km

Castle Rock Trail

The Castle Rock Trail is a steep but short spur trail off the Tahoe Rim Trail. It takes you up to the peak of Castle Rock, which has amazing views over Lake Tahoe.

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2.79 km

Castle Rock

Castle Rock Viewpoint offers stunning views all over Lake Tahoe and the surrounding mountains. Perfect for a rest on a longer hike.

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5.10 km

Lake Tahoe view

Great view of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding mountains from the Tahoe Rim Trail. There are great views across the entire trail, but this section is particularly impressive.

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11.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.7 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.4 km

267 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (2,460 m)

Lowest point (2,180 m)

Weather

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Wednesday 15 October

5°C

-1°C

100 %

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Our route recommendations are based on thousands of hikes, rides, and runs completed by other people on komoot.

Castle Rock – Lake Tahoe view loop from Kingsbury Village

View of the Mountains in Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit

Castle Rock Trail

Castle Rock

Lake Tahoe view

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