Hiking Chimney Canyon
Hidden Splendor

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RATING: Long Dayhike / Easy Backpack

LENGTH: 8+ hours

WATER: Chimney Canyon has several springs and seeps. Expect 7-8 miles to first water.

FLASHFLOOD: Low

SEASON: Fall, Winter, Spring

Tue Hi:72 Lo:45	Wed Hi:76 Lo:47	Thu Hi:79 Lo:49	Fri Hi:80 Lo:50	Sat Hi:78 Lo:50
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Chimney Canyon has to be one of the most overlooked areas in the Swell. From Hidden Splendor, it is a somewhat hefty 7-8 miles one way to the confluence of the North and South Forks of Chimney Canyon. This is more than most will want to tackle for a day hike, though it makes a very pleasant overnight trip. There are some old mining ruins at the confluence, and a good spring, making it a great place to setup base camp and explore the upper forks unencumbered by heavy packs. When wonder dog and I visited, we didn't see footprints or other signs of people after the first couple of miles.

In late spring or early fall, bugs can be a problem.

South Fork, just above the COOP - Chimney Canyon - San Rafael Swell

Heading up the exit canyon Muddy Creek toward Little Susan Mine

Little Susan Mine En Route to Chimney Canyon - Hidden Splendor Area

Pasture Track on the way to Chimney Canyon

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