Chimney Rock State Park Trail
Chimney Rock & Lake Lure
moderate · 1.5 mi · +400 ft · ~45 min · 30 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: rock formation, elevator, views
Chimney Rock State Park Trail is a moderate 1.5-mile hike in Chimney Rock & Lake Lure, about 30 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 45 min with 400 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Trail system around the iconic Chimney Rock formation.
Trailhead
35.4378, -82.2489
Make a day of it
- Riverwatch Bar & Grill (Restaurants, ★ 4.6) — 0.1 mi from the trailhead
- Chimney Rock Smokehouse (Restaurants, ★ 4.7) — 0.2 mi from the trailhead
- The 828 (Restaurants, ★ 4.7) — 0.7 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Chimney Rock State Park Trail take?
About 45 min for the 1.5-mile hike, with 400 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Chimney Rock State Park Trail?
It's rated moderate: 1.5 miles with 400 ft of climbing.
How far is Chimney Rock State Park Trail from Asheville?
About 30 min by car from downtown Asheville, in Chimney Rock & Lake Lure.
Is Chimney Rock State Park Trail dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
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- Lane Pinnacle via Mountains-to-Sea: moderate · 4.6 mi · +900 ft · ~2h 30m · 18 min from downtown · Dog friendly
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