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View of Sleeping Giant – Views of Quinnipiac University loop from New Haven County

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South Central Connecticut Planning Region

View of Sleeping Giant – Views of Quinnipiac University loop from New Haven County

Moderate

4.9

(2072)

18,765

hikers

View of Sleeping Giant – Views of Quinnipiac University loop from New Haven County

02:28

8.11km

250m

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: August 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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103 m

View of Sleeping Giant

Highlight • Viewpoint

Just off the side of the path, there is a pretty cool head-on view of Sleeping Giant. If you like trails and hills, there is lots of great running just across the street at Sleeping Giant State Park.

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776 m

Sleeping Giant State Park Entrance

Highlight • Rest Area

Although there are numerous parking areas to access Sleeping Giant State Park, this is the main entrance, with a sizable picnic area and plenty of parking.

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1.27 km

Cliff climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

These cliffs, also known as the Sleeping Giant's head and chin, are one of the more obvious rock climbing areas in Sleeping Giant State Park. Take care not to stray …

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2.81 km

Views of Quinnipiac University

Highlight • Viewpoint

At this point along the hills, you'll have some nice views of the area, including Quinnipiac University directly in front of you.

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4.30 km

Viewpoint

5.16 km

Sleeping Giant State Park

Nature Reserve

8.11 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.19 km

2.35 km

324 m

226 m

Surfaces

5.19 km

2.22 km

450 m

188 m

Elevation

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Lowest point (30 m)

Weather

Today

Wednesday 2 September

23°C

16°C

8 %

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View of Sleeping Giant – Views of Quinnipiac University loop from New Haven County

View of Sleeping Giant

Sleeping Giant State Park Entrance

Cliff climb

Views of Quinnipiac University

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