Best Hiking Trails near Meriden, CT

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Climb a chin, walk the elbow, or trek up the head of the giant himself ?hikers are sure to feel like Lilliputians while exploring the Sleeping Giant, a forested 2-mile traprock ridge that resembles a human figure lying on his... trails.com

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The history of the Sleeping Giant began nearly 170 million years ago, when the trap rock ridges formed a unique ridge running east to west in the shape of a slumbering man. Native Americans tell the story of the giant Ho... igougo.com

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Connecticut has many, many waterfalls to brag about, but some folks undoubtedly will say that if you?ve seen one waterfall, you?ve seen them all. Well, those folks are wrong. Wadsworth Falls is not just one waterfall, but two... trails.com

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Spectacular view of Long Island Sound and the harbor; bird sanctuary, nature trails, picnic facilities, playgrounds and recreational facilities. ctvisit.com

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A great walk through yet another gorgeous Connecticut state park. Most of Southford Falls State Parks 120 acres lie in the township of Oxford, but the entrance is in Southbury. Eight Mile Brook is the boundary line between th... trails.com

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- *This information was provided by the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection* Millers Pond was acquired in 1955 by the State Park and Forest Commission from the heirs of Thomas Macdonough Russell with monies ... wildernet.com

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- *This information was provided by the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection* Rising up to 627 feet above mean sea level, West Rock Ridge is one of the most prominent features of the New Haven region. West Ro... wildernet.com

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