Near Chimney Rock Trail
Chimney Rock Trail
Near Chimney Rock Trail
Trail is steep, but walkable.
Near Chimney Rock Trail
In spring, this is a decent trail. Zero shade. Lots of ups and downs & nice views of Sedona. It would be sweltering in summer.
Near Chimney Rock Trail
Trail to summit of Little Sugarloaf

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Chimney Rock Trail

4.0 (2 Ratings)
A winding trail that partially circles around Chimney Rock.
0.8
mi
Distance
238
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.81mi
Distance
238ft
Elevation Gain
205ft
Elevation Loss
45%
Max Grade
4,866ft
High Point
4,654ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The Chimney Rock Trail is well-maintained and can be accessed from the Lower Chimney Rock trail or the Thunder Mountain trail. At either end, look for wood signage with the name of the trail engraved on it. This trail winds through the desert with occasional views of Chimney Rock. It's often completed clockwise and makes a nice loop hike with Thunder Mountain and Lower Chimney Rock. About halfway along the trail, you'll climb around the back of Chimney Rock. If hiking in a clockwise direction, this section is steeper than the rest of the trail.

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Contributors
John Maurizi