The Ruined Castle
Mountain in New South Wales · 822 m
The hike up The Ruined Castle
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is The Ruined Castle?
The Ruined Castle is 822 m above sea level and lies in New South Wales. Its prominence is 35 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up The Ruined Castle?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 4.9 km one way with 193 m of ascent. Expect around 3 h 27 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for The Ruined Castle?
The nearest parking is the parking area northwest of the peak — 4.9 km on foot · ↑ 193 m · about 3 h 27 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area north of the peak (about 5.6 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log The Ruined Castle in Conquer?
Yes — The Ruined Castle is one of 12,733 peaks in Australia in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
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