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East Rock Park – Views over Mill River loop from New Haven

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South Central Connecticut Planning Region

New Haven

East Rock Park – Views over Mill River loop from New Haven

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East Rock Park – Views over Mill River loop from New Haven

02:37

9.68km

130m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 16, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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1.16 km

East Rock Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

East Rock Park is a 700-acre park with stunning views of New Haven and Long Island Sound. Hike to the top of East Rock for panoramic views, or explore the park's trails, gardens, and waterfalls.

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2.06 km

Views over Mill River

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this spot on a lovely wooden foot bridge, you get fantastic views up and down the Mill River. You also get particularly striking views of the sheer cliffs of …

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3.06 km

East Rock Park is a 700-acre park with views of New Haven and the Long Island Sound.

There are multiple view points, and many trails, gardens, and waterfalls.

The park has bathrooms and water fountains.

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4.91 km

East Rock overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Once you reach this point in your ride, you'll be greeted by panoramic views from East Rock of the surrounding city.

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4.97 km

Viewpoint of New Haven

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great viewpoint of New Haven from East Rock Park. There is parking nearby for easier access, but it is also a fun cycle up to the top!

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5.02 km

East Rock

Highlight • Natural Monument

East Rock is a 1.4-mile long trap rock ridge with a high point of 366 feet. This particular section of this long ridge features prominent sheer rock cliffs that rise …

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9.68 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.46 km

2.48 km

2.21 km

362 m

175 m

Surfaces

5.08 km

2.53 km

1.24 km

471 m

341 m

< 100 m

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East Rock Park – Views over Mill River loop from New Haven

East Rock Park

Views over Mill River

East Rock Park

East Rock overlook

Viewpoint of New Haven

East Rock

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