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Castle Cliffs
Be inspired by Castle Cliffs, just as artists from around the world are. North of Storm Mountain, the views from Castle Cliffs of Castle Mountain are incredible
Plan Around Castle Cliffs
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Castle Cliffs Details
Be inspired by Castle Cliffs, just as artists from around the world are. North of Storm Mountain, the views from Castle Cliffs of Castle Mountain are incredible. A short path from the parking area will easily deliver you to the lookout platform so that you can take in the views before continuing your drive along the Bow Valley Parkway. In 1858, James Hector, a geologist on the Palliser Expedition, mapped the mountain and made it half way to the top. The first documented ascent of Castle Mountain was in 1883 by Arthur P. Coleman, a Toronto University geology professor. He camped in the valley before making the climb, noting "the wonderful view of the valley of Bow River four thousand feet below was quite worth seeing". For Coleman, "A high mountain is always a seduction. Stop at the pull out to see for yourself.
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Nearby Parks Around Castle Cliffs
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Castle Cliffs
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Bow Valley Parkway
A solid 120-kilometer (75-mile) ride awaits on this route.
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Bow Valley Parkway
Bicyclists will join motorists on the Bow Valley Parkway for this ride, so use caution.
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The Toe
Whether you're looking for a ride with climbs, descents, or challenges of all sorts, The Toe is for you.
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Castle Junction
Castle Junction is known as the Gateway to the Bow Valley Parkway
