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Castle Creek Trailhead

Castle Creek Trailhead provides access to the Spring Valley and Hermit trails within Hells Canyon Wilderness . The Spring Valley Trail follows a 2.5-mile old pack trail through a scenic saguaro forest frequented by wild burros and drops deeply into the east end of Garfias Wash Trail. The Hermit Trail follows a 2-mile old pack trail with historic rock walls ending at Four Tank Canyon and a nearby ephemeral pond and waterfall. Scenic overlooks provide spectacular views of Lake Pleasant to the…

  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 33.96527778, -112.3436111

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Baldy Mountain Recreational Shooting Site
  • Church Camp Road Recreational Shooting Site
  • Saddleback Mountain Recreational Shooting Site
  • Boulders OHV Staging Area
  • Little Pan Staging Area
  • Black Canyon National Recreation Trail

Frequently asked questions

Is Castle Creek Trailhead reservable?

Castle Creek Trailhead is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Castle Creek Trailhead?

See the map for Castle Creek Trailhead's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Castle Creek Trailhead?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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