Great Smoky Mountains National Park hiking guide
Chimney Tops Trail
A 3.9-mile out-and-back with 1,310 ft of climbing in Roaring Fork, rated moderate.
Key facts
- Length
- 3.9 mi (6.3 km)
- Elevation gain
- 1,310 ft (398 m)
- Route type
- Out and back
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Area
- Roaring Fork
About Chimney Tops Trail
This popular, steep, and often rocky trail climbs through forest to an overlook of the Chimney Tops pinnacles and surrounding mountains. The route includes bridges and stairs and shows lingering signs of the 2016 wildfires. Expect challenging, steep sections and heavy use at the trailhead.
