Castle Rock Trail
A narrow route beneath overhanging sandstone cliffs and exposed coal seams at Grandview.
Route overview
Castle Rock Trail in West Virginia.
Castle Rock follows the base of fortress-like rock walls before joining Grandview Rim Trail. Uneven stone steps and close geology distinguish it from the easier upper-rim return.
Trail facts
- Country
- United States
- Region
- West Virginia
- Distance
- 0.97 km
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Elevation gain
- Not published by official source
- Best season
- Check current official seasonal access and conditions
- Trail type
- one-way connector
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- No entrance fee or ordinary individual day-hike permit.
Safety context
Strenuous uneven footing, possible scrambling, steep drop-offs, narrow tread, falling-rock exposure, and extreme slipperiness when wet. Hike only in daylight and avoid snow, ice, or saturated rock. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Strenuous uneven footing, possible scrambling, steep drop-offs, narrow tread, falling-rock exposure, and extreme slipperiness when wet. Hike only in daylight and avoid snow, ice, or saturated rock.
Highlights
Castle Rock, Grandview geology, strenuous hike, sandstone cliffs, exposed trail
Why find a buddy
Match only with partners comfortable on narrow exposed terrain, uneven stone and limited turnaround options.
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