The Tecton Trail
Castle Hill Black Country Geosite, Dudley, United Kingdom
Loop trail in Castle Hill Black Country Geosite, Dudley, United Kingdom. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 125 ft (38 m)
- Est. Time
- 15 min
- High point
- 715 ft (218 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Attraction: Painted Dogs 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Cave 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Attraction: Chimpanzees 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from start
- Attraction: Black Lemurs 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from start
- Attraction: Asiatic Lions 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from start
- Shelter 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from start
- Attraction: Barbary Sheep (Male) 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from start
- Attraction: Barbary Sheep (Female) 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from start
- Shelter 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from start
- Shelter 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from start
- Attraction: Spider Monkeys 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from start
- Historic site: Cheryl Turton Enclosure 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from start
- Attraction: Parma Wallabies 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from start
- Attraction: Water Fowl 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from start
- Historic site: Dudley Castle Restoration 1982-1989 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from start
- Attraction: Sumatran Tigers 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from start
- Attraction: Arctic Foxes 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from start
- Attraction: Snow Leopards 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from start
- Attraction: Kookaburras 0.6 mi (1 km) from start
- Attraction: Great Grey Owls 0.6 mi (1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about The Tecton Trail
How long is The Tecton Trail?
The Tecton Trail is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) long. Most people take about 15 min. It climbs 125 ft (38 m) in total, up to a high point of 715 ft (218 m).
How hard is The Tecton Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for The Tecton Trail?
Parking at the start. 16 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on The Tecton Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 0.2 mi (0.3 km), 0.5 mi (0.7 km), 0.7 mi (1.1 km).
Is The Tecton Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (54% under trees).
Is The Tecton Trail good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on The Tecton Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking.
Where can you eat near The Tecton Trail?
Ekhaya, 0 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Texaco, 0.1 mi (0.2 km). 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for The Tecton Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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