Castro Peak (California) facts for kids
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The fire lookout tower once on Castro Peak
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,826 ft (861 m) NAVD 88 |
| Prominence | 1,037 ft (316 m) |
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 Castro Peak
Location in California
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| Location | Los Angeles County, California, U.S. |
| Parent range | Santa Monica Mountains |
| Topo map | USGS Point Dume |
Castro Peak is the highest point in the middle part of the Santa Monica Mountains. It stands tall at 2,826 feet (about 861 meters). This peak is located in Los Angeles County, California, within the beautiful Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. The famous town of Malibu is not far from it.
Exploring Castro Peak
Castro Peak is found in the sunny state of California, USA. It's part of the Santa Monica Mountains, a range of hills and mountains near the Pacific Ocean. The peak is inside the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. This is a special place where nature is protected.
The Historic Fire Lookout Tower
For many years, a special tower stood on Castro Peak. This was a fire lookout tower. Its job was to help spot wildfires quickly. Spotting fires early helps protect forests and homes.
The tower is no longer on Castro Peak. It was carefully moved to Henninger Flats. This area is in the San Gabriel Mountains. Now, the tower is on display there for people to see and learn from. It's a piece of history that helped keep California safe.
