Join us on hikes throughout the Lakes Region Conservation Trust’s trail system here at Castle in the Clouds. Discover why this beautiful property has long attracted hikers to discover all it has to offer. Hikes are led by experienced volunteer hikers. Choose from easy to difficult hikes over a number of different trails. See the chart below to pick a hike suited for you.

This is a free program, though registration is required.

Please wear appropriate footwear for hiking and dress for the weather. Bring sunscreen, bug spray, and snacks as desired. For the comfort of all attendees, dogs are not allowed at this program.

HikeDifficultyEstimated Duration (hrs)Distance (Miles)Change in Elevation (ft)
Bald Knob via Turtleback Mtn TrailDifficult3.55750
Bald Knob via Turtleback Mtn Trail, Shannon Brook Trail, and Bald Knob Cut Off TrailDifficult3.54500
Brook Walk Via Turtleback Mtn TrailModerate2.51.8370
Lower and Upper Bridle PathsDifficult35900
Lower Bridle Path and Turtleback Mountain TrailModerate22.5403
Lower Bridle Path, Faraway Mtn and Connector, and the Settlement TrailModerate23.2505
Mount RobertsDifficult55.21,335
Mount Roberts and Faraway MtnDifficult691,643
Mount Roberts First ViewpointModerate22.4400
Mount Roberts First Viewpoint (with Option to Summit)Moderate (Difficult)2 (4)2.4 (5.2)400 (1,335)
Mount Shaw via Cold Springs TrailDifficult67.71,804
Oak Ridge TrailModerate22.3300
Turtleback MountainDifficult47.21,069
Upper and Lower Bridle PathsModerate34900

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