The other day I was in New Haven to watch the Guilford vs Madison Girls Hockey playoff and after the game I had a little free time. It must be 20 years since I ventured to the Top of East Rock so with my camera in hand I set out on my adventure.
Guess my memory has faded, thought I'd just drive up to the top and take a few pictures. Unfortunately there was a gate so I had to set off on foot.
My intension was to get some nice city skyline photos but it was late afternoon and my view looking west was into the sun. I did get a few decent shots. Here is a close up view of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument and a distant view of Sleeping Giant
Sleeping Giant also offers some decent views. Once the weather turns a bit warmer I will try a run up to the tower, round trip is about 5k.
Dan, my kids have hicked to the top of Sleeping Giant a few times, but I never have. They would agree with you that there are some great views form there when it is clear.
I had not heard of East Rock though before this Post.