Sleeping Giant Connecticut

Sleeping Giant State Park

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4.5/5 · 305 reviews
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Jun 16, 2024
This was our first visit. We loved the hiked and no fuss trail. Visiting tower at the top is another reason to enjoy fresh breeze. My only complain is about parking which is not paved. Also color tra… Full review by s s
May 27, 2024
Great workout! The trail is easy follow….other people are on the trail. Parking is good. Bathrooms are prior to walking on the trail. Full review by Cherise O
Jul 13, 2023
While this park has many trails, I took the 1.6 mile trail up to the watchtower. It’s of moderate intensity uphill. You do get a good view of New Haven county and Long Island Sound from the top. As y… Full review by Marina D
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Also known as Mount Carmel Park, the Sleeping Giant State Park lives up to its billing as an untouched wilderness with 1,465 acres …
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Facts

Elevation:225.25 m
Mountain range:Metacomet Ridge
Mountain type:Fault-block
Opened:1924
Architect:Works Progress Administration

Questions & answers

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Please tell me.. what trail is the Tower trail. Need an easier walk and cant figure out which one you refer to. Also where do …
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Please tell me.. what trail is the Tower trail. Need an easier walk and cant figure out which one you refer to. Also where do you park? thanks, Sue
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There's a parking lot. The main walking trail us obvious, you can't miss it. They also have maps available
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Answer by Robin L · Sep 21, 2019
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Is there parking for school buses?
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Yes...but I am unsure if the park has reopened yet. Last I knew they were still cleaning up damage from the hurricane. I would confirm this before going..:
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Answer by Leslie K · Jul 9, 2018
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Are pets (dogs) allowed on this trail? On a leash of course.
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Yes dogs are allowed on the hiking trails and picnic areas.
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does the park close at a certain time?
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Safety issue off trails by dusk
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Answer by Martha S · Nov 4, 2016
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