Name: Castle Hill Conservatory Loop
Rating: 5.0

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This trail proceeds from the parking lot towards the boulders. You can cut through the middle, or walk around the outside. Just be sure to mind the fenced off areas--they're to protect wildlife/plants that are rehabilitating.

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Plenty of gorgeous endangered plant life and fascinating insects.

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Check out that beautiful Karst topography!

Nov 10, 2015 near Oxford, NZ

Nov 10, 2015 near Oxford, NZ

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Castle Hill Conservatory Loop

“A beautiful example of Limestone and Karst topography; bouldering heaven! ”

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2,601' 793 m

2,430' 741 m

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