West Rock Ridge State Park
West Rock Ridge State Park near Hamden and New Haven rises to 627 feet above mean sea level, and is a prominent feature of the New Haven area. From the summit there are views of New Haven Harbor and Long Island Sound. There is accessible parking at the summit. Here is the DEEP’s official website for the park and another, very useful one. The latter website contains a User Guide and an Overview of Trails. Map Phones 860-424-3200 203-287-5658
? There is an “easy beginner’s hike” 1.6 miles around Lake Wintergreen.
?? “The Red Trail is suitable for wheelchair access, if the wheelchair has oversized tires designed for a gravel surface.” I put the question marks in because another place in the website describes the Red Trail as steep and rocky with stone steps. Call the park to see if there really is a trail suitable for wheelchairs.