Castle Rock
Mountain in Colorado · 10,397 ft
The hike up Castle Rock
The route starts at Elbert Creek Trail Parking — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Castle Rock?
Castle Rock is 10,397 ft above sea level and lies in Colorado. Its prominence is 118 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Castle Rock?
From Elbert Creek Trail Parking it is about 2.5 mi one way with 1,663 ft of ascent. Expect around 2 h 36 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Castle Rock?
The nearest parking is Elbert Creek Trail Parking (southeast of the peak) — 2.5 mi on foot · ↑ 1,663 ft · about 2 h 36 min round trip. Alternative: the station north of the peak (about 6.9 mi 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 49,213 peaks in United States 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.
Conquer Castle Rock in the app
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