Chimney Rock

Overview

This trail is a crowd pleaser! Short and sweet, it ambles atop 500ft. cliffs, taking in amazing coastline views. The trail is named for a rock outcrop that looks a bit like a chimney. Springtime (April and May) is wonderful time here for wildflowers. <br><br>Some of the best whale watching can be done from here- look for the spouts from grey whales making their way from Alaska to Baja, Mexico (January to May). Elephant seals can often be spotted lounging on the beaches below. <br><br>This easy trail is often foggy and windy, but on clear days the Farallon Islands are visible about 20 miles off the coast. Note: bikes are allowed on this trail.

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Flowers along the trail

Flowers along the trail

Cliffs along Point Reyes

Cliffs along Point Reyes

Head down to the little boat house for a chance to see elephant seals up close

Head down to the little boat house for a chance to see elephant seals up close

Watch the waves break through a rock arch formation at the end of Chimney Rock trail.

Watch the waves break through a rock arch formation at the end of Chimney Rock trail.

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