The Chimney Top Trail is steep but the summit and ridgeline are well worth it. In the winter when there is less foliage you get great views out from Frozen Head.
There is a backcountry campsite near the springs, the ruins of which are visible from the trail. The campsites are a little ways up the trail by the junction.
From here you get splendid views across Frozen Head. The climb up via the trail is steep but well worth the views! The lookout tower has picnic tables near its base.
There is plenty of parking at the trailhead, a gazebo with picnic tables, restrooms, and a trail map. From here you have great access to three different trails up Old Mac.
From here you can follow the Bird Mountain Trail as it switchbacks up toward the junction between Bird and England Mountains, or you can follow the more gradual gravel doubletrack …
The North Old Mac Trail is a relatively easy descent from here. You can also head south to the Panther Gap Rockhouse, a sandstone overhang that makes for a great picnic spot.
This is the fourth highest peak in Frozen Head, and in the winter you can get some nice views out across the park. There are some ruins near the top by Beech Fork.
Clear Creek is a main tributary to the Obed River, both designated as a National Wild and Scenic River and maintained by the National Park Service. The area offers plenty …