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Castle Point Loop

based on 3 tracks & routes #18 hike out of 31 in
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7.5 mi
Distance
4 hrs 7 min
Time
terrain
522 ft
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Overview

This is a moderate loop trail to Castle Point in Minnewaska State Park Preserve.

This trail goes by Echo Rock, Hamilton Point, High-Points Point, Kempton Ledge, and Lake Minnewaska Beach.

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