Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/31/2022
Overlooking the historic mining town of Austin from the starting point at Bert T Gandolfo Park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/31/2022
The first part of the loop includes a fast downhill ride through the core of Austin.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/31/2022
Stokes Castle, for which this mountain biking trail is named.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/31/2022
A portion of the ride is along dirt roads in the lower Toiyabe Mountains.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/31/2022
The forest roads along this loop pass several old mine sites.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/31/2022
Old mining structure along the Castle Loop trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/31/2022
Topping out at 7260' in elevation, the trail takes riders to a wide view over the neighboring valley.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/31/2022
The trail is an easy ride with some moderate climbing.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/31/2022
From the peak of the ride, the remainder of the trail drops 500' in elevation down graded dirt roads before returning to the park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/31/2022
Looking out over the town of Austin following this fun ride.