Sleeping Giant State Park

Sleeping Giant State Park –
Sleeping Giant State Park is currently (September 2018) closed due to storm damage.  
“Two miles of mountaintop resembling a large man lying in repose, the “sleeping giant”, is a popular feature of the south central Connecticut skyline.”  From the observation tower on the peak of Mt. Carmel there are excellent views of Long Island Sound and the New Haven area.  Here is their website.  Trail map       Phone 203-287-5658
? The 3 mile loop Tower Trail at Hampton is referred to as very easy by some and steep by others. One reviewer describes it as “Broad, gravel trail, appropriate for a stroller.”  The first half mile (17 stops on the guide)  of the 1 1/2 mile loop self-guiding Nature Trail is “easy, level walking, and can be done by anyone, even small children or elderly persons.” but then becomes steep and difficult in places.