We’ve categorized this as a moderate trail because it has under 500′ of total elevation gain and is only 0.6 miles, but many will find it difficult because of the grade of the ascent.Īt the top of the Challenge Hill, you can take in views to the north and west of Longs Peak and Devil’s Head. We prefer to run down the 1/2 mile loop trail, usually doing the loop a couple times. This will kick your butt, especially if you take the steps back down. The first segment of the Castle Rock Incline is a 1/10th of a mile climb up 200 steps with close to 200′ of elevation gain. It’s a perfect place to get in some exercise and take in amazing sunsets over the Colorado Front Range. Because it’s just 5 minutes down the road, we’ve turned this into a regular family workout. Officially, these 200 steps are called The Challenge Hill, but the locals call it “the incline,” and rightly so, because it’s inspired by the Manitou Incline near Colorado Springs.
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After entering the park, go left to the area behind the MAC facility and the parking area for the incline will be at the base of the incline. Miller Park entrance will be on the right. Go 0.7 mile on West Plum Creek Parkway and the Phillip S. At the roundabout, go around and take the left-hand exit (3rd option on the roundabout) onto West Plum Creek Parkway.
Take interstate 25 south from Denver to the town of Castle Rock, exiting at Wilcox/Wolfensberger exit, taking a right onto Wolfensberger. Parking & Trailhead Information for Incline at Castle Rock Hiking and Trail Running, nearby playground and Zipline Tours.
Views of Pikes Peak to the South and Longs Peak and the Front Range to the North, Great Sunsets, Deer in Valley below.
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Explore the full Castle Rock Incline hike profile below for trail map, driving directions, and more tips and details to help you get active and enjoy the beauty of Colorado Trail Snapshot: Incline at Castle Rock Hike DistanceĬlick for a Map of Trails at Phillip S Miller Parkĭriving Directions to Challenge Hill Parking Area It makes for a great workout in the outdoors, and is about 30 minutes south of the center of Denver. From the top, a trail winds down the side of the mesa for 1/2 a mile back to the bottom. The Incline at Castle Rock is a 0.6 mile loop that begins with a 200 step climb up the Challenge Hill to the top of a promontory.
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