Castle
This body of water is part of the Henrys Fork drainage.
Castle Butte Lookout
Originally built in 1916, replaced in 1928 and rebuilt as a lookout in 1950, the Castle Butte Lookout is perched on a rocky point 6659' above sea level in north central Idaho. Thrilling panoramic views of the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness, the Seven Devils, the Great Burn Area, and the North Fork of the Clearwater drainage can all be enjoyed while warming yourself inside the lookout and cooking a meal. The…
Castle Canyon Trailhead
This trailhead accesses Castle Canyon Trail, a short day hike into the Mt. Hood Wilderness which leads to interesting tower-like rock formations called the Pinnacles. Up to 10 small vehicles capacity. Provides access to: Castle Canyon Trail #765 and Mount Hood…
Castle Crags Wilderness
The Castle Crags Wilderness was established in 1984 with the passage of the California Wilderness Act. This 10,500 acre addition to the National Wilderness Preservation System, along with lands within Castle Crags State Park, contains towering granite spires, steep sided canyons, and a few alpine lakes. Most of the area is covered by high brushfields and rocky outcrops with a few wet meadows in the creek headwaters…
Castle Creek Campground
Castle Creek Campground is located along the South Fork of the Clearwater River at milepost 14 on Highway 14 east of Grangeville, Idaho. The campground has 9 units with picnic tables, water, and toilets. There is also access for RVs and trailers. This is a first-come first-served campground. The water system is currently turned off but will be restored.
Castle Creek Campground
Castle Creek Campground is located on the west shore of Anderson Ranch Reservoir. It is accessed from State Highway 20. This non-fee campground has 2 sites to use.
Excellent fishing in the lake for bass and salmon. There is a boat ramp at the Fall Creek campground.
Castle Creek Trailhead
This trailhead provides access to Castle Creek Trail #1576 which enters Rogue-Umpqua Divide Wilderness. This is an undeveloped trailhead that has no amenities available. There is space for about three cars, but there may not be enough room for a…
Castle Creek Wilderness
This wilderness of 25,517 acres sits on the eastern slopes of the Bradshaw Mountains and is characterized by extremely rugged topography with prominent granite peaks that overlook the Agua Fria River.
Elevations range from 2,800 and 7,000 feet. The primary vegetation at the lower elevations is saguaro cactus, palo verde, and mesquite. As the elevation increases, grassland species change into the chaparral community…
Castle Flats Cabin
The Castle Flats single level hunter style cabin has an oil heater (#1 stove oil only), 4 single bunks, wood stove, woodshed, axe/maul, wooden table and benches, counter, rowboat with oars, and pit-type outhouse. Life jackets, stove oil, bedding, and cooking utensils are not provided. Firewood is provided for wood stove use only, but is not guaranteed. The area near the cabin is predominantly flat; old growth forest…
Castle Lake
This body of water is part of the Weber drainage.
Castle Lake
Special note about Castle Lake
As of August 2013, there is a restriction on overnight camping within one half mile of the lake, except in the Castle Lake Campground.
The traditional trail to Heart Lake and Little Castle Lake leaves the east end of the parking area and ascends to the divide above the east side of the lake. The west shore of the lake is features a short trail with easy access to the…
Castle Lake Campground
Description: This small primitive campground is nestled in a thick mixed conifer forest approximately ¼ mile below Castle Lake. There are 6 sites with tables, fire rings and vault toilets. Bring your own water. 3-night limit. No fee. No reservations. Not recommended for large vehicle or trailers. Usually opens around the end of June depending on when the snow melts, and usually is closed by snow around the…
Castle Lake Viewpoint Observation Site
Views of Mount St. Helens, Castle Lake, and the landslide debris deposit from the eruption of Mount St. Helens in 1980. There are benches, interpretive signs, ample parking, and a short trail available.
Castle Mountain Range
The Castle Mountains are located east of White Sulphur Springs, Montana. The highest peak is Elk Peak reaching a height of 8,589 feet. The Castles are a prime hunting location in the fall, and they do provide some recreational uses in the summer months.
Bears may frequent the area; keep all food out of sight in approved containers and remove all food from area after eating. Mandatory food storage is required.
Castle Pass #441
The Castle Creek Trail #441 starts at the intersection with the Cliff Creek Trail #840 and ends at the West Elk Wilderness boundary at an intersection with the Little Pass Creek Trail #563. The trail is very steep and rocky. It crosses the South Prong of Cliff Creek and heads east along the South Prong to near the top of the pass. It then…
Castle Pass #441
The Castle Creek Trail #441 begins at the intersection with the Low Line Trail #438 and ends at the intersection with the Cliff Creek Trail #840. The trail gradually ascends and follows a wide spruce covered ridge. At the base of Castle Pass there is a series of 14 switchbacks, all are passable, but could be hazardous when wet. It heads west along the South Prong of Cliff Creek as it descends and become…
Castle Peak Campground
The Castle Peak Campground has nine camp sites. Restroom facilities are available. The campground is in a quiet, remote location along Castle Creek in a scenic canyon with large spruce trees.
Castle Peak Campground Layout
Reservations are not available for Castle Peak Campground. Sites are available first come, first served. See the layout of the campground to find your perfect camping…
Castle River Cabin
* Closed due to outhouse damage from winter windfall. We are actively working on repairing the issues and all impacted reservations will be fully refunded.
The Castle River modified A-frame style cabin has a wood stove, 2 double bunks, a loft, woodshed, axe/maul, wooden table and benches, counter, deck and pit-type outhouse. Bedding, and cooking utensils are not provided. Firewood is provided for wood stove use…
Castle Rock Group Campground
Located on Three Rivers, this group campground is ideal for family gatherings and group arrangements. Conveniently located off Hwy. 22, in an open grassy meadow surrounded by forests, rivers, and coastal mountains, this campground offers a picturesque setting to gather, camp, fish, and play.
The group site includes four picnic tables, rock fire pits, one vault toilet, garbage cans, garbage dumpster and a parking…
Castle Rock Jeep #881
The Castle Rock Jeep Trail #881 begins at an intersection with Forest Service Road #814, Virginia Creek Road, and ends at the end of FSR #814. This trail completes a loop at the end of the Virginia creek road system, and provides access to aspen and spruce forest along the lower reaches of Mendicant ridge. It is an overgrown two-track with brushy sides and can have fallen logs across it. There…
Castle Rock Trailhead
This trailhead provides access to:
Castle Rock Trail #3506
King Castle Trail #4326
O Leary Mountain Trail #3321
See Trail page for more information.
Castle Rock Trailhead
The Castle Rock Trailhead provides access to the Castle Rock Trail. The trailhead is located directly off of US Highway 2, on the east side of the highway. There is no restroom at this trailhead, and no pass is needed to park.
Midnight and Noontime Rocks and vicinity are annually closed to entry April 1 through…
Castle Trailhead
The Castle Trail follows the serrated ridgeline of Castle Ravine to the summit of Mount Jefferson. It is an exposed and strenuous route with spectacular views.
Castle Valley Ridge Trailhead
This trailhead (TH) marks the beginning of the Castle Valley Ridge Trail.
Castle Valley Road
**As of June 2022: snow patches remain on the road and the trails at higher elevations (leading to Castle Peak and beyond), obscuring parts of the trail. Hiking poles are recommended**
Road along Castle Valley. Provides access to Donner Lake Rim Trail, Hole in the Ground Trail, the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), and the Peter Grub hut via Castle Pass and the PCT.
Castles National Landmark
Castles National Landmark is located in the Slim Buttes land unit in South Dakota. The Castles are a massive sandstone remnant which originated as a volcanic ash deposit and resemble a medieval castle. This natural wonder also serves as a habitat for one of North America's largest populations of Merlin falcons.
One of two National Natural Landmarks on the Sioux R.D.
Casto - Limekiln Loop
The Casto Canyon trail has some of the most spectacular red rock formations in the state. The limekiln area has many stunning views of white and green rock formations. From this loop Peterson Point can be accessed, offering spectacular views overlooking the city of Panguitch and the valleys below and a great lunch stop. The…
Castor Creek Scenic Area
Castor Creek Scenic Area is a boggy hardwood bottomland system that lays on the edge of the boundary for the United States Air Force Bombing Range. The Wild Azalea National Recreation Trail travels straight through the most pronounced portions of this beautiful and diverse ecosystem.
Catahoula National Wildlife Management Preserve (NWMP)
Catahoula National Wildlife Management Preserve (NWMP)
Catahoula National Wildlife Management Preserve (NWMP)1
Catahoula National Wildlife Management Preserve (NWMP)1