Sleeping Giant State Park
Two miles of mountaintop resembling a large man lying in repose, the “sleeping giant”, is a popular feature of the south central Connecticut skyline. A 1.5 mile scenic trail leads to the stone observation tower on the peak of Mt. Carmel which provides an excellent view of Long Island Sound and the New Haven area. Thirty-two miles of hiking trails and picnic areas, plus a river stocked with trout for spring fishing. 8 a.m.-sunset.
200 Mt Carmel Ave, Hamden, CT 06518, USA
203-287-5658
