Sleeping Giant Loop via Blue Trail and Tower Path
This Sleeping Giant Loop offers a fantastic blend of scenic vistas and engaging terrain. As hikers ascend, they are treated to breathtaking views from various overlooks, where on clear days, the expanse stretches all the way to Long Island Sound. The trail features rocky scrambles that add a thrilling element to the journey, culminating at the stone tower which provides even more panoramic views, making it a rewarding hike for both novice and experienced outdoor enthusiasts. #Hiking #Loop #Forest #Nature #Rock
- Distance: 3.2 mi
- Elevation gain: 234 m
- Maximum elevation: 215 m
- Elevation loss: 227 m
- Minimum elevation: 36 m
- Moving time: 1 h 35 m
- Moving speed: 2.0 mph
- Maximum speed: 3.6 mph
- Total time: 2 h 12 m
- Global speed: 1.4 mph
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- Distance: 3.2 mi
- Elevation gain: 234 m
- Maximum elevation: 215 m
- Elevation loss: 227 m
- Minimum elevation: 36 m
- Moving time: 1 h 35 m
- Moving speed: 2.0 mph
- Maximum speed: 3.6 mph
- Total time: 2 h 12 m
- Global speed: 1.4 mph
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Coordinates: 41.42071 -72.90348 41.43076 -72.89026
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Sleeping Giant Tower Trail in Sleeping Giant State Park
United States > Connecticut > South Central Connecticut Planning Region > Hamden
The Sleeping Giant Tower Trail offers an engaging hiking experience with picturesque views and historical features. As you ascend, the trail meanders through lush woodlands and rocky outcrops, leading to a stunning stone tower that provides expansive vistas of the surrounding landscape, including distant views…
Distance: 3.1 mi • Elevation gain: 183 m • Maximum elevation: 211 m