If seen a couple of references on facebook indicating that the trail to the top of Chimney Tops will remain closed for the remainder of the year due to erosion caused from tree falls (sounds like parts of the tail on the hill side just are not there any more... or are at least unstable).
Lower sections of the trail are expected to be open later this year so that people can enjoy the creek near the trail head (perhaps open all the way to Road Prong Trail?).