Castle Mountain
June 29, 2001

A long approach leads to inspiring views. There is no scrambling but it's
worthwhile for the scenery. We had planned to to do Stuart Knob but it
was a warm day and we all ran out of water.

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Rockbound Lake


A view of Castle Mountain on route.


Crossing a stream in the basin


Helena Ridge in the background


Closing in on the summit. Stuart Knob in the background.


Looking north from the summit


Filtering water. We had planned to go on to Stuart Knob but we ran out
of water and were forced to descend.


Anita, Carolyn, Dinah and Dale on the descent


An quick return down this scree chute to Rockbound Lake


360° View from the top


82 O/5 Castle Mountain

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