Point of Interest
Several trails ascend 760 foot Sleeping Giant Mountain, a traprock ridge with extensive basalt cliffs, ledges and views. The trails also go through extensive forests and wetland areas. Some of the trails are specifically designed for horseback riding and cross-country skiing, and are located on the lower reaches of the Giant.
Length: 32 Miles
Loop Trail: No
Primary Trail Type: Backcountry
Additional Trail Types: -
Agency: State
Entry Fee: -
Fee Notes: Weekend & Holidays only
Parking Fee: -
Permit Fee: -
Trail Use Notes:
None
Seasonal Use Notes:
None
Location: 2 miles north of Hamden off Route 10
County: -
State: CT
Townships: -
Driving Directions:
Located in Northern Hamden, main entrance reached by traveling to Mount Carmel Ave via Whitney Ave (Route 10) or via Hartford Turnpike.
Average Grade: -
Maximum Grade: -
Elevation High: 739 Feet
Elevation Low: 90 Feet
Elevation Gain: -
Average Width: 36 Inches
Minimum Width: -
Primary Surface: Soil
Additional Surfaces: Soil, compacted
Year Designated: 1977
