Freya Castle, Mountain summit in Grand Canyon, Arizona, United States
Freya Castle is a mountain peak in the North Rim section of Grand Canyon, reaching 2,240 meters in elevation. The summit rises about 1,040 meters above the Unkar Valley floor beneath it.
The first recorded ascent took place in 1962 when climbers reached the summit for the first time. The rock formations at the peak date back to the Permian period, roughly 265 million years ago.
The name comes from the Norse goddess of love and beauty, connecting this summit to ancient mythology. Visitors encounter this connection as they experience the dramatic rock formations that give the peak its distinctive character.
The best time to visit runs from April through September, with May and June offering the most favorable conditions. Visitors should prepare for demanding terrain and come adequately equipped for hiking.
The summit features cream-colored sandstone rocks that originally formed as ancient sand dunes. These rocks tell the story of millions of years of geological transformation across the region.
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