New information on location is just northwest of the Castle Rock which is near Wellington Lake.
Sweeping up from the sandy beaches of the Wellington Lake, The Castle (9,691-ft)is a well-named collection of high and wild rock spires and craggy points. Located 3.2 miles east of its higher neighbor Windy Peak (11,971-ft), The Castle looks to be protecting the immediate area with its towering pink granite walls. This amazing peak is a completely different kind mountain than Windy Peak, comparing the two is not fair. The Castle is breathtaking to look at, plus it’s the centerpiece of the Wellington Lake area, but Windy Peak provides the tree-laden setting. The two mountains mesh together well, providing grand views and an unforgettable Lost Creek Wilderness experience.
The Castle is not a popular climb, its true summit sees maybe 2 or 3 ascents a year. The Castle is a steep climb requiring two 5.4 crux's; there is no hiking to be had and there definitely won’t be a telescope on the summit to view the surroundings. Usually views like this are enough to deter the adventurous casual day hiker, but surely the symmetry of this peak draws a few unprepared souls to its castle-like ramparts. For those whom make it to the start of the standard southeast gully route, expect an immediate 5.4 move just to get into the gully. Rock climbers will enjoy this fun little mountain; it is a short climb on good rock.
Crews are currently hiking into the fire. They will check things out and return tomorrow morning to get the situation taken care of.
Fire is in the northeast corner of section 36 and is right on the Lost Creek Wilderness border.
