Chimney Top Rock Trail
From the lookout you get a view of the Red River below, Hanson's Point to the southwest, and other massive cliff formations within the gorge.
This is one of the most popular and high-trafficked trails at Red River Gorge and often gets crowded quickly. Dogs are allowed on this trail.
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- Distance
- 0.6 mi
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Type
- Out-and-Back
- Est. Time
- 18 min
- Elev. Gain
- 104'
- Rating
- 0.0
- Added
- May 01, 2018
- Updated
- May 01, 2018
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Total Change
83'
Ascent
104'
Descent
105'
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Features
- Vista / Lookout Point
- Dogs
Points of interest
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Parking
37.825009, -83.618458 -
Main Trailhead
37.824737, -83.618332
Safety information
For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.
Availability
All seasons
Surface type
Dirt
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