Did this hike on June 25 2023. Started at the visitor center at Frozen Head State Park. Hike is about 3.3+ miles to top of Chimney Top Mountain. Probably moderate until the last .3 mile. The last .3 mile is so steep I would say it's difficult. The 1st 3 miles to the top are a moderate hike in the woods. Trail is very maintained and in great condition.
The incline is pretty even and moderate for the 1st 3 miles. There are a couple rock formations along the way. The last .3 mile to the top is considerably steeper, maybe 25% incline. You will come to a rocky overhang near the top.
This is a good place to rest and get out of the weather. From there you go a short distance, then turn right and start
rock scrambling to the top. The top is maybe 50' above you ( from where you begin scrambling). The view is mostly obstructed by trees at the top. But you can see out alittle between the trees .
There is a sign at the top that says
" Chimney Top 3120' ".
All in all, a good moderate 3-4 hour hike
with the last .3 mile to the top being steep and therefore difficult. Trailhead is very easy to get to, right behind the Frozen Head Visitor center.
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This was a challenging hike. So much so that it turned out to not be very much fun. I’m glad I did it but I doubt I’ll be doing it again. There was nothing to see except there were some huge old growth trees. I’ll be looking for more interesting hikes from now on.
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