Castle Peak — Donner Summit, California
As you drive east on I-80 towards Truckee, one of the most striking features in the Donner Summit area is Castle Peak. Rising proudly to a height of 9,103 feet, this majestic mountain boasts three distinct turrets that dominate the surrounding landscape.
Castle Peak (California) - Wikipedia
Castle Peak is a mountain in California's Sierra Nevada near I-80, Donner Pass, and the Nevada border. It is in the Tahoe National Forest [ 2 ] not far off the Pacific Crest Trail , and adjacent to Castle Pass.
Castle Peak Trail, California - 2,025 Reviews, Map - AllTrails
Explore this 5.4-mile out-and-back trail near Soda Springs, California. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for hiking, snowshoeing, and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
Castle Peak - Outdoor Project
Castle Peak (9,103 feet) is one of the few winter backcountry havens near the Donner Pass area that lies to the north of Interstate 80. With good ski terrain options for both storm and spring conditions, the Castle Peak area is a solid bet when conditions are questionable elsewhere.
Donner Summit - CA State Parks
Donner Summt is located on the south side of I-80 at the Castle Peak exit beyond Boreal Inn. Recommended Activities: Cross-country skiing, dog sledding, and snow play. There are no hills for sledding at this location. Ski trails are on the north side of the freeway. PLEASE NOTE: Land adjoining to the SNO-Park site is private property.
Castle Peak : Climbing, Hiking & Mountaineering - SummitPost
Castle Peak is one of the most popular hiking destinations in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Castle Peak is the throat of an ancient volcano and its three turrets are easily visible form nearby Interstate 80. Castle Peak feels like a much higher mountain. Its towering rocky summits are not unlike the rock towers found further south in the Sierra Nevada ...
Donner Summit – Gateway To The Backcountry This Winter - Go …
From Castle Peak to the headwaters of the South Yuba River, Van Norden Meadow and Serene Lakes, Donner Summit is a recreationist’s dream. With miles and miles of hiking and biking trails, including the Pacific Crest Trail, world class granite walls for climbing and six ski resorts , visitors have access to world class adventures every month ...
Castle Peak – Tahoe National Forest - NorCal Hiker
Basics: Castle Peak (9104′) is a prominent mountain close to Donner Pass on I-80. It’s a popular destination for summer hiking and winter snowshoeing or backcountry skiing. The summit is about 3 miles (and 1800′) from the trailhead. In the winter, much …
Backcountry Skiing at Castle Peak – Tahoe Mountain Sports
2017年3月8日 · Castle Peak is one of the Donner Pass and Truckee area’s most popular locations of year-round outdoor recreation. The trailhead to Castle Peak grants easy access to backpacking and mountain biking by summer, backcountry skiing and snowboarding by winter, and even the Peter Grubb Hut, an overnight backcountry cabin nestled in the Round Valley ...
Castle Peak Out-and-Back Hiking Trail, Truckee, California
Trees diminish and the views get grand, both of this peak and the entire region. A steep and rocky scramble gets you to the final summit, with 360-degree views. On clear days, you can see Mount Diablo in the bay area, the snow-covered Lassen Peak way to the north, and all the mountains that ring Lake Tahoe.