Park
Castle Crags State Park
90 locals recommend
Location
20022 Castle Creek Rd
Castella, CA
Tips from locals
A moderate to hard hike, about 5.5 miles RT. Gorgeous views and a great uphill workout. Take good hikers, trail shoes, as if you choose to go up to Castle Dome (for the best views), you'll be on flat granite, so good grip is necessary. The whole RT hike will take you about 2.5-4 hours, depending on hiking speed, so be prepared with water and snacks. Springs along the way also allow you to refill your water bottles! Dogs are not allowed on this trail.
A moderate to hard hike, about 5.5 miles RT. Gorgeous views and a great uphill workout. Take good hikers, trail shoes, as if you choose to go up to Castle Dome (for the best views), you'll be on flat granite, so good grip is necessary. The whole RT hike will take you about 2.5-4 hours, depending…
A dramatic setting of granite spires and domes reminiscent of Yosemite makes Castle Crags State Park a real hidden gem of far Northern California. Situated 50 miles north of Redding, the park features hiking, fishing, and rock climbing opportunities. Hikes along the Sacramento River venture deep into evergreen forests, while tackling the trails up to the crags offers uninterrupted views of Mt. Shasta and the surrounding peaks. As you head back down I-5, check out the scenic vistas along Shasta Lake shortly before Redding.
A dramatic setting of granite spires and domes reminiscent of Yosemite makes Castle Crags State Park a real hidden gem of far Northern California. Situated 50 miles north of Redding, the park features hiking, fishing, and rock climbing opportunities. Hikes along the Sacramento River venture deep int…