Hike the Tower Trail at Sleeping Giant State Park

Hamden, Connecticut

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Distance

3.2 miles

Elevation Gain

632 ft

Route Type

Point-to-Point

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Added by Abby Shepard

Explore this scenic trail up a mountain that leads through forest, beside rock cliffs, and ends at a historic stone lookout tower.

Mountaintops said to resemble a Sleeping Giant give this beautiful park its name, and make it an iconic feature on the Connecticut skyline. The Tower Trail takes visitors up a mountain to an awesome stone lookout tower that offers scenic views of the Connecticut landscape.

As you arrive, park in the main entrance parking lot. The Tower Trail trailhead is a short walk ahead and to the right. Climb the mountain, marvel at the sheer rock cliffs, and take in the beauty of Connecticut along the way!

Note: portions of the trail can be icy in the winter

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Rock Climbing

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Forest

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