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Sleeping Giant Picnic Shelter

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About Sleeping Giant Picnic Shelter

Two miles of mountaintop resembling a large man lying in repose, the "sleeping giant" is a popular feature of the south central Connecticut skyline. Sleeping Giant State Park offers unparalleled hiking, as well as other activities. A 1 1/2 mile scenic trail leads to the stone observation tower on the peak of Mt. Carmel, which provides an excellent view of Long Island Sound and the New Haven area.

Location: Sleeping Giant State Park is located in south central Connecticut.

Recreation: Sleeping Giant State Park is a designated Trout Park, making stream fishing popular. Hike to Scenic Vista Lookout Tower, or enjoy the nature trail and have a picnic.

Nearby Attractions

Nearby parks include West Rock Ridge State Park and Wharton Brook State Park.

Amenities & Services

On-Site

  • Ada Accessible Picnic Area
  • Ada Accessible Restroom
  • Bird Watching
  • Covered Group Structure
  • Fireplace
  • Fishing
  • Flush Toilet
  • Gatehouse
  • Grills
  • Hiking
  • Hiking Trails
  • Historic Sites
  • Overlook
  • Park Attendant
  • Parking
  • Paved Ada Accessible Site
  • Paved Roads
  • Pavilion
  • Picnic Area
  • Picnic Tables
  • Picnicking
  • Potable Water
  • Pressurized Water
  • Restroom
  • Scenery
  • Trails

Within 10 Miles

  • Beach
  • Convenience Store
  • Fishing Supplies
  • Golf
  • Golf Course
  • Grocery Store
  • Hospital
  • Ice Machine
  • Laundry
  • Lodge
  • Post Office
  • Restaurant
  • Snack Bar
Getting There

From I-91: Take Exit 10. Get onto the Route 40 connector, and stay on it until it ends. At the light, take a right onto Route 10N, and drive 1½ miles. Turn right onto Mt. Carmel Avenue. The park entrance is on the left, across from Quinnipiac University. From Wilbur Cross Parkway: Take Exit 61. Go north onto Whitney Avenue for 3 miles, and take a right onto Mt. Carmel Avenue. The park entrance is on the left, across from Quinnipiac University. From I-84 to Cheshire: Take Route 70S onto Route 10 south, and drive 5 miles. Turn left at the light onto Mt. Carmel Avenue. The park entrance is on the left, across from Quinnipiac University.

Rules & Important Info

Picnic Shelter Cancellation Policy: Refund amounts will be determined as follows: • Cancellations made 30 days or more prior to the picnic shelter reservation: full refund less the $9.00 non-refundable reservation fee and $9.00 cancellation fee • Cancellations made 6 - 29 days prior to the picnic shelter reservation: refund of $145.00 less $9.00 cancellation fee • Cancellations made within 5 days of the picnic shelter reservation: Not eligible for a refund. All Parking fees are additional and will be collected on arrival at the gate. Heavy weekend use at each park may lead to gate closures if the park fills to capacity. In the event of this happening, no more cars are allowed to enter. Guests should plan to arrive as early as possible to avoid being turned away. (Picnic shelter rental does not guarantee entry to the park.)

Facilities

Youth Group Camping is available at Sleeping Giant State Park. Park facilities include restrooms, picnic shelters, and picnic tables.

Fees

Non-Peak Primitive Site $10.00 Non-Peak Standard Full Hookup $22.00 Non-Peak Standard with Electric Hookup $19.00 Non-Peak Standard with Water and Electric Hookups $21.00 Peak Primitive Site $10-$12 Peak Standard Full Hookup $22.00-$24.00 Peak Standard with Electric Hookup $19.00-$21.00 Peak Standard with Water and Electric Hookups $21.00-$23.00

Contact

Phone: 203-287-5658

Address: 200 MOUNT CARMEL AVE., HAMDEN, CT 06518

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