Castle Rock
Mountain in South West England · 139 m
The hike up Castle Rock
The route starts at Valley of Rocks Car Park — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Castle Rock?
Castle Rock is 139 m above sea level and lies in South West England. Its prominence is 50 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Castle Rock?
From Valley of Rocks Car Park it is about 0.5 km one way with 52 m of ascent. Expect around 28 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Castle Rock?
The nearest parking is Valley of Rocks Car Park (east of the peak) — 0.5 km on foot · ↑ 52 m · about 28 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area southwest of the peak (about 1.1 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 Castle Rock in Conquer?
Yes — Castle Rock is one of 17,154 peaks in United Kingdom 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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