Hiking trails and ridge summit views
East Rock Park is a 427-acre natural area spanning New Haven and Hamden with hiking trails, including the steep Giant Steps Trail, plus views of the New Haven skyline and Long Island Sound from the ridge summit.
Free · Outdoor
The Trowbridge Environmental Center offers geology and ecosystem displays on Thursdays and Fridays; check ahead for occasional Saturday hours.
The Pardee Rose Garden near the base features blooming flowers spring through fall and is popular for photos.