![Exploring-Chimney-Rocks-Park-in-Blair-County-Pennsylvania Exploring Chimney Rocks Park in Blair County Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Exploring-Chimney-Rocks-Park-in-Blair-County-Pennsylvania-696x584.jpg)
If you’re looking for directions to Chimney Rocks Park in Blair County, you’re in the right place!
![The view from the upper overlook at Chimney Rocks Park.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Chimney-Rocks-Hollidaysburg-Blair-County-PA-October-2020.jpg)
Chimney Rocks Park near Hollidaysburg in Blair County is home to 3 impressive scenic overlooks and a pair of “chimney-shaped” limestone rock pillars, all in a beautiful borough park setting.
![Close-up view of one of the "chimney" rock formations high above Hollidaysburg Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Chiefs-Seat-Chimney-Rocks-Overlook-Hollidaysburg-PA.jpg)
Easy to reach and fun to explore, Chimney Rocks Park is a great spot to spend an hour or two if you find yourself passing through the Altoona area.
Chimney Rocks Park FAQs
Chimney Rocks Park is located just off of Route 36, on the southern outskirts of Hollidaysburg, PA.
The physical address of Chimney Rocks Park is 143 Clapper Lane, Hollidaysburg PA.
Yes – use GPS coordinates 40.41853, -78.38731 to navigate to the parking area at Chimney Rocks Park.
The map below shows the location of all 3.
The lower overlook is easily accessed via a smooth, flat trail.
The middle and upper overlooks require a short but strenuous hike on a non-maintained dirt path.
Yes, next to the parking area.
The loop trail on the main level of the park is popular with dog walkers, and there is a picnic pavilion and small playground area as well.
Because of the tall, chimney-shaped limestone pillars on top of this mountain.
According to local legend, the flat spot on top of one of the limestone “chimneys” was used as a seat/lookout by the local Native American tribal chief.
Yes – there is a large stone furnace along the entrance road to the park.
The Borough of Hollidaysburg.
Exploring the Lower Overlook at Chimney Rocks Park
![Benches at the lower observation area at Chimney Rocks Park in Hollidaysburg Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Chimney-Rocks-park-lower-view-Hollidaysburg-PA-September-2023.jpg)
The lower lookout at Chimney Rocks Park offers a great view into the Borough of Hollidaysburg and the mountains to the north.
![Looking into downtown Hollidaysburg from the lower overlook at Chimney Rocks Park.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Chimney-Rocks-Park-Lower-Overlook-Hollidaysburg-PA.jpg)
On a fall day it’s a spectacular spot for viewing the fall foliage of Central PA as well.
![Autumn view from the lower overlook at Chimney Rocks Park.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Chimney-Rocks-Park-Lower-Overlook-Blair-County-PA.jpg)
As mentioned previously, the walking trail leading from the parking are to the lower overlook at Chimney Rocks is flat and smooth.
![The walking trail at Chimney Rocks Park in Hollidaysburg, Blair County.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Chimney-Rocks-Park-walking-trail-Hollidaysburg-PA-September-2023.jpg)
Exploring the Middle Overlook at Chimney Rocks Park
![The middle overlook at Chimney Rocks Park in Blair County.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Chimney-Rocks-Park-Middle-Overlook-Blair-County-PA.jpg)
The middle overlook at Chimney Rocks Park is accessed via a non-maintained dirt path (think ATV trail), that while short, is fairly steep.
![The unimproved trail leading to the middle and upper overlooks at Chimney Rocks Park in Blair County.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Chimney-Rocks-Trail-Blar-County-PA.jpg)
The middle overlook is basically the midpoint on the trail between the parking lot and the upper overlook at Chimney Rocks Park, so figure 1/8th of a mile.
![Trail leading to middle and upper overlooks at Chimney Rocks Park.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Chimney-Rocks-Park-Blair-County-trail-to-upper-lookout.jpg)
The views from the middle overlook are to the west, out over the lower level of the park below and Duncansville in the distance.
![Summertime view from the middle overlook at Chimney Rocks Park.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Chimney-Rocks-Park-Middle-Overlook-Hollidaysburg-PA.jpg)
This is another lovely spot to take in the fall foliage in October, even on an overcast day.
![Autumn view from the middle overlook at Chimney Rocks Park outside Hollidaysburg.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Chimney-Rocks-Park-Blair-County-Pennsylvania-October-2020.jpg)
Exploring the Upper Overlook at Chimney Rocks Park
The upper overlook at Chimney Rocks Park offers the most dramatic view of the 3 at the park.
![The upper overlook at Chimney Rocks Park near Hollidaysburg.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Chimney-Rocks-Park-Upper-Overlook-Hollidaysburg-PA.jpg)
The 180 degree panorama unfolds before you as you approach the edge of the fenced-in observation area.
![The panoramic view from atop Chimney Rocks near Hollidaysburg in Blair County.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Chimny-Rocks-Overlook-Blair-County-PA.jpg)
THIS is the view that has made Chimney Rocks such an attraction for such a long time!
![View to the north out over Hollidaysburg from Chimney Rocks.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Chimney-Rocks-Overlook-new-plaque-Hollidaysburg-PA-September-2023.jpg)
A weather-beaten plaque affixed to one of the rocks at the upper overlook was replaced with this new replica of the original in 2023.
![The weathered plaque at the upper observation are at Chimney Rocks Park was replaced with this new replica in 2023.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Chimney-Rocks-Overlook-new-plaque-2023-Hollidaysburg-PA.jpg)
The fall foliage views from the upper overlook at Chimney Rocks are fantastic!
![An overcast fall day at Chimney Rocks Overlook near Hollidaysburg PA](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Chimney-Rocks-Fall-Foliage-Hollidaysburg-PA-731x1024.jpg)
And with the help of a zoom lens, you get an enviable birds-eye view into downtown Hollidaysburg.
![A view of downtown Hollidaysburg from Chimney Rocks Park.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Hollidaysburg-PA-Chimney-Rocks-View-October-2020.jpg)
The view to the west is of Route 22 fading away into Duncansville and the distant mountains, in the direction of Ebensburg.
![October view of Hollidaysburg from Chimney Rocks.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Chimney-Rocks-Fall-Foliage-Hollidaysburg-Pennsylvania-October-2020.jpg)
Final Thoughts on Chimney Rocks Park
Any one of the 3 overlooks at Chimney Rocks Park would be road trip-worthy.
![Fall foliage at Chimney Rocks Park in Blair County.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Chimney-Rocks-Park-Blair-County-Pennsylvania-Fall-Foliage-2020.jpg)
But having all 3 in one easy-to-get-to park make Chimney Rocks Park a must-see when passing through Blair County and Central PA!
![The panoramic view from the upper overlook at Chimney Rocks Park on a summer afternoon in Blair County Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Chimney-Rocks-Overlook-Hollidaysburg-PA-September-2023.jpg)
Nearby Attractions
Cabbage Creek Falls is a picturesque little waterfall tucked away in Shawnee Park (not to be confused with Shawnee State Park) in Blair County.
![Exploring Cabbage Creek Falls in Blair County Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Cabbage-Creek-Falls-Roaring-Spring-PA.jpg)
The world-famous Horseshoe Curve is only minutes away, near Altoona.
![Westbound train passing through the viewing area at the Horseshoe Curve.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Horseshoe-Curve-Altoona-PA-Fall-Foliage-2020.jpg)
A must-see for any railfan, the Horseshoe Curve was once regarded as one of the “engineering wonders of the world”!
![Approaching the Horseshoe Curve Visitor Center in Altoona.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Horsehoe-Curve-National-Historic-Landmark-Altoona-PA.jpg)
The Altoona Railroaders Memorial Museum in Blair County celebrates the lives of both railroad workers and railroading communities in central Pennsylvania.
![Exterior of the Altoona Railroaders Memorial Museum in Blair County Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Altoona-Railroaders-Memorial-Museum-Blair-County-Pennsylvania.jpg)
Unlike many “train museums” that focus primarily on engines and cars, the Railroaders Memorial Museum focuses primarily on the men and women who kept the engines running and the cars rolling.
![Exhibit showing some of the various jobs performed by employees of the Pennsylvania Railroad at the Altoona Railroaders Memorial Museum.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Altoona-Railroaders-Memorial-Museum-railroad-workers-exhibit-Blair-County-PA.jpg)
The abandoned lime kilns at Canoe Creek State Park are remnants of a thriving limestone-processing facility that once operated around the clock in this now-tranquil corner of Blair County.
![Fall foliage around the lime kilns at Canoe Creek State Park.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Abandoned-Lime-Kilns-Canoe-Creek-State-Park-October-2021.jpg)
Antique Depot and Flea Market is housed in a 74,000 square foot indoor facility in Duncansville, Blair County.
![Inside the front entrance of Antique Depot and Flea Market in Blair County.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Antique-Depot-and-Flea-Market-Duncansville-Pennsylvania-1.jpg)
Tytoona Cave is part of a 6.8 acre Nature Preserve between the cities of Tyrone and Altoona in Blair County.
![Tytoona Cave is one of the many excellent natural attractions in Blair County, PA.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Tytoona-Cave-Morrow-Road-Blair-County-Pennsylvania.jpg)
According to the National Speleological Society, “The first 1,000 feet of the cave are easily accessible by novices and is an excellent location to educate visitors about the cave’s geology and hydrology”.
![Peering into Tytoona Cave from the entrance.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Tytoona-Cave-interior-Blair-County-Pennsylvania.jpg)
16 Must-See Attractions in Blair County is your guide to even more great things to see and do near Chimney Rocks Park!
![One of the many boat launches at Canoe Creek State Park in Blair County Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Canoe-Creek-State-Park-Boat-Launch-Blair-County-Pennsylvania.jpg)
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