Chimney Rock Canyon
Elevation
Ascent:
148'
45 m
Descent: -426' -130 m
High: 6,161' 1,878 m
Low: 5,877' 1,791 m
Grade
Avg Grade: 7% (4°)
Max Grade: 23% (13°)
Weather
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“An iconic canyon in Capitol Reef treating visitors with easy hiking under towering sandstone walls”
— Hunter R
Features
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Family Friendly
Kids will love Chimney Rock Canyon's short length and towering sandstone walls.
Description
Starting from the junction with the Chimney Rock Trail, head down the primitive path to the wash below. Follow the wash for roughly a mile before reaching a signed junction with Spring Canyon and the trail's end. Those wishing to return to their car at the Chimney Rock Trail Parking Area can simply return the way they came. For those who wish to extend their journey, see Lower Spring Canyon.
This content was contributed by author Rick Stinchfield. For a comprehensive hiking guide to Capitol Reef National Park and to see more by Rick, click here.
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Contacts
Local Club: Capitol Reef Natural History Association
Land Manager: NPS - Capitol Reef National Park
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