Chimney Canyon | Hidden Splendor

Hiking Chimney Canyon - Hidden Splendor Hiking Chimney Canyon

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RATING: Long Dayhike / Easy Backpack

Wed

Sunny, with a high near 63. Northeast wind 2 to 6 mph.

63 | 41

Thu

A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 61. Northwest wind 3 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

61 | 42

Fri

Sunny, with a high near 63.

63 | 39

Sat

Mostly sunny, with a high near 62.

62 | 40

Sun

A slight chance of rain after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 62.

62 | 42

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SEASON: Fall, Winter, Spring
WATER: Chimney Canyon has several springs and seeps. Expect 7-8 miles to first water.
FLASHFLOOD: Low

Wed

Sunny, with a high near 63. Northeast wind 2 to 6 mph.

63 | 41

Thu

A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 61. Northwest wind 3 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

61 | 42

Fri

Sunny, with a high near 63.

63 | 39

Sat

Mostly sunny, with a high near 62.

62 | 40

Sun

A slight chance of rain after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 62.

62 | 42

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

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

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.
Pasture Track on the way to Chimney Canyon

Pasture Track on the way to Chimney Canyon

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