This hike has a little of everything...bridges with water features, rock stairs, flowers (in the Spring), challenging tail end, with an awesome high rise view at the end! I highly recommend it. Parking can be tough if you sleep in though.

My husband and I hiked this trail last summer (the day AFTER we hiked all the way up LeConte, mistake number 1!) We are runners and I consider us to be in pretty good cardiovascular health but I will admit I was struggling with parts of the trail. The length of this trail is deceiving because the elevation change is... More

This is a GREAT trail, but not for the faint of heart! We met a lot of people along the way who did NOT make it to the top. The hike is definitely strenuous, though short. I'm a 26 year-old female and I consider myself in good shape and I hike often. I'm no trail blazer, but I'm not a... More

Climb to chimney top is a must do. Round trip from parking lot and back took us 5 hours, so plan for a high cardio hike and a cliff climbing to the top. Then don't forget the hike back. The hike to the top is scenic, there are plenty of waterfalls, streams to keep the hike interesting for the first... More

Beautiful views after a short but strenuous hike. I've hiked Chimney Tops many times through the years. This last time I brought my wife and two younger sons (13 & 8). I'm older and heavier, but enjoyed the strong uphill workout. I would be very carefull with children at the top, as I wouldn't let my 8 year old out... More

This is an excellent short hike to an amazing scenic view, however it has a very steep section its uphill most the way and is dangerous at the top for kids.

This hike is a serious hike. Take along hiking boots, some water, a bit of duct tape or mole skin (you may need them). Allow 4 hours plus for this venture. The view at the end and along the way is worth the effort.

This is a great hike. The last part isn't a hike it is a climb. It is one of those I can't believe I did it.

This is a perfect hiking for actual hikers. Hikers will not be disappointed here. There are many zeels thruout. Spectacular view from the top. So it's worth hiking. Last .5 mile is up hill kind of rock climbing. So if you are old or with kids or not in shape, I won't recommend this place. This is good hike and... More