Fourmile Area: The Castles

3.3/5 (9 reviews)
This trail highlights some of the best views of the rock formation known as The Castles, from which it takes its name. Along the drive, you will have several opportunities to stop and play in Trout Creek, or float down it in a raft or tube. From here, you will have access to many of the other trails... Read More
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Highlights of Fourmile Area: The Castles

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Forest Category Icon Forest
Mud Category Icon Mud
Overland Category Icon Overland
Rock Category Icon Rock
Sand Category Icon Sand
Highest Elevation
9015 ft
Shape of Trail
Straight Through
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
307
Nearest Town
Johnson Village
Nearest Services
Johnson Village
Management Agency
San Isabel National Forest
District
Salida Ranger District

Overview

This trail highlights some of the best views of the rock formation known as The Castles, from which it takes its name. Along the drive, you will have several opportunities to stop and play in Trout Creek, or float down it in a raft or tube. From here, you will have access to many of the other trails that make up the Fourmile Travel Management Area around Buena Vista and Johnson Village.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

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4 Waypoints
14 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
9 Community Reviews
1 Video
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