Absolutely beautiful vantage point at Oak Mountain. I rarely get up for sunrises, but Im more than glad I made the decision to. Highly recommend hiking up here upon your next visit.

Insane views! These are from the overlook 500 steps away from the actual kings chair.The blue trail to kings chair is by far the hardest!Red to either red-blue connector is significantly easier. The best way to go (IMO, and if you have all day) is the yellow, to the yellow-red, take the red down to red-blue south, and then blue to kings chair!

An awesome, strenuous hike. Take the red/blue connector off the red trail if you want to skip the first major climb. Views are worth the hike!

Moderate to difficult trail with a beautiful view at the end

The final destination of a moderate hike with multiple elevation changes. Was a perfect end to a Saturday morning hike. The Kings Chair offers a peaceful overlook that was hard to leave. Overall, a 2.5 hour, round-trip hike at the most casual of paces.

If you dont mind paying $5 entry for a car with adults into Oak Mountain State Park, the 3.6 mile up and back to the Kings Chair from the North Trail Head is a perfect medium hike. It is especially great for couples, large dogs, or families. Make sure you visit the restroom at the parking lot before you go. Pack water, snacks, or sandwiches and you are good to go! Great panoramic views at the top.

One of my favorite places in Oak Mountain. Quiet at times but a lot of people hike to this area for the views which are awesome

A great hike with really great markings to keep you on track. Worth the hike for that view!

Great hike! Even though it’s around 2 miles to the top, it takes quite a bit of time because of elevation gain. Allow for about 3 hours round trip that includes time spent at the top eating a snack and rehydrating. We crossed lots of small waterfalls due to all the rain this past week. The outcropping of rocks are nice on the way. Some trees have fallen on trail but you can easily shimmy underneath them. The view at the top is incredible. I highly recommend starting on the red trail and using the red/blue crossover to blue as the red is not as steep right away. Enjoy!

Best views in Birmingham area.

One of the best hikes in the state for my money. Good mix of challenge in the way up but is accessible to most folks. The view its worth the price of admission.

Tough hike make sure to go during cool weather, otherwise beautiful once at the top! Scene is amazing

Great hike with Fantastic views.

Had an awesome time hiking to kings chair on the summit. Its a nice hike.

Such a fantastic spot! The view was worth the hard hike.

Went yesterday for the first time. I havent hiked in a while, and my cardio is garbage. Still, I was able to complete the ascent in about 50 minutes, and descent in about 35.Views are amazing, and trail is well-marked. Id highly recommend.

This is one of the best views in Birmingham. But the trail is not well marked. Park at the North Trailhead and take the Blue trail, which goes uphill. It will not mention Kings Chair unless you look at the map. Stay on the main blue trail. Until finally you see the Kings Trail marker, as in the photo. Worth it. #hikeon #hikealabama

Great view, moderate hike

Beauty at its finest!!

A nice quick but tough hike gave me one of the best views in Alabama

Tough hike for someone out of shape but great views.

10/10 - bring a friend and a lunch

Beautiful view, serene atmosphere and easy workout for the light hiker.

Nice 1.5 mile hike up to the overlook. Very worth it, beautiful view.

This is the best Vista point on Oak Mountain. A well marked trail from the Northern Trailhead is the quickest way to it. Its quite a bit of elevation but nothing even a couch potato couldnt do with a few catch-your-breath-breaks. For a bit of a challenge take the detour over Eagels Nest. After having soaked in the view, I highly recommend continuing on a very scenic and almost level Blue Trail to the South Red-Blue Connector to loop back over Red Trail, Red-Yellow Connector, and Yellow trail. About a 2 h loop that includes some of my favorite stretches.

My first ever hike!! I am thankful To my friend Nat!! Started at 0500! Enjoyed the natures view!! The beautiful relaxing sunrise with the fog and the beautiful trees of the hills!

It is not an easy hike, but not the most difficult either. The view was totally worth it. Hikers should be sure to bring lots of water, bug spray, and definitely a good camera. Caution: be careful at the edge as there is not a whole lot of space and a sharp drop from the edge. We will definitely be going back soon.

Beautiful view, as always

Wonderful hike to get here. Beautiful trails and views along the way.

Great view.

Was worth the hike!

Great 2 mile hike, AUsome views.

71 degrees and wind blowing, perfect morning to hike to The Kings Chair. Very peaceful and quiet at this beautiful spot.

Love going up the blue trail on Sunday mornings. Kings chair is a great place to have a quiet moment

Amazing hike, 1.75 miles one way. Up hill, can be slightly challenging. Be sure to take the whole day, not because of the hike, rather you will want to spend sometime a top the mountain. Kings chair is best accessed from the North Trailhead where there is parking. Dog friendly trail, breath taking views and a seriously fun afternoon

Beautiful view.

This hike is marked really well and has stunning vistas like the Kings Chair!

Awesome view. 4 mile round trip with approximately 700 feet of elevation gain in 2 miles. Worth the hike!!

Great hike... Just know you will want water and there is alot if up hill climbing.

Great view

Will marked trails. Challenging elevation changes.

2 mile one way hike from North trail head to a wonderful scenic overlook

It was amazing and the hike is long and tiring but the veiw is breath taken

Great views, worth the hike

Great place for a day with good weather!

Great recreation area

Worth the hike to see the view

Got engaged here today

Nice view

Great place