Looking up at one of the Chimneys from the lower trail section. Some autumn colors may be seen in the foliage surrounding this rocky outcrop towering above.
Looking up at a section of The Chimneys from the turnaround point, with a rich mix of autumn colors leading up to its rocky face.
Table Rock Mountain to the right, with the lower Linville Gorge seen to the left. Most of the trees seen still have a green hue, but fall colors may be seen coming through the mix as well.
The flat top of Shortoff Mountain and a mix of fall colors along the ridge leading between in and the Chimneys which the photo is taken from.
The Chimneys Trail
Linville Gorge Wilderness, North Carolina
Moderate, *~4.4 mi out and back
Roughly 1,000 ft elevation gain
Hiked 10/15/25
*Due to road closure, 1.7 mi total otherwise
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