This week we hike to Chimney Rock in Capitol Reef National Park.
Chimney Rock towers 300 feet above the highway. This is a 3.6 mile hike and is rated strenuous.
This trail ascends on an easy grade for about a quarter of a mile then it climbs steep switchbacks. The views along the way are amazing! The trail continues to ascend on moderately steep grades until it reaches the top of the mesa where We enjoyed stunning views of Chimney Rock with snow capped mountains in the distance.
Capitol Reef’s Waterpocket Fold is the defining geologic feature of this majestic national park. It was formed along an underlying fault that occurred 50 to 70 million years ago. This fold in the earth’s surface extends nearly 100 miles, creating rugged cliffs, canyons, natural bridges, arches and distinct formations like Chimney rock.
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