RV rental Sleeping Giant State Park, CT: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more
RV rental Sleeping Giant State Park, CT: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more
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Sleeping Giant State Park in Connecticut takes its name from the mountaintop that runs through the center of the state park and resembles a giant sleeping on their back when viewed from either the north or the south. The ridge, also known as Mount Carmel is almost three miles long and can be seen from miles around, and was formed around 2 million years ago through earthquakes and land movement, and it’s now at the center of the popular recreational area. According to Native American legend, the sleeping giant is Hobomock, who was an evil spirit that was put into a permanent sleep by the good spirit of Keitan.
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Getting Outdoors
Hiking is a great way of getting out and exploring Sleeping Giant State Park, with over 20 hiking trails, many of them graded as either easy or moderate. The 3.2-mile Sleeping Giant Tower Trail is a popular route that starts from the parking lot near the park entrance and takes you to the 739-foot summit of Mount Carmel. At the summit is a four-story observation tower, which is open to the public and gives wonderful 360-degree views of the surrounding area.
Camping at Sleeping Giant State Park
Only scout group camping is allowed at Sleeping Giant State Park, so you will have to look further afield in your rental RV. To the north close to the city of Waterbury is the Gentiles Campground. This small campground has less than 20 mostly shaded RV camping sites, but it could be the perfect place for a quiet getaway. All the sites are provided with electrical hookups and free WiFi. There are also on-site restrooms with showers. There are plenty of recreational facilities, including a swimming pool, outdoor games areas, indoor games room, and organized events. This could be a great spot for a motorhome camping vacation for the whole family.
Exploring the Area
When you book an RV in New Haven County, you have an excellent opportunity to explore the many forests and lakes in the area, plus there are plenty of attractions to visit, keeping the whole family happy.
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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds
- Hiking TrailLocation
- Hezekiah's Knob and the Chestnut Grove Trail, CTSleeping Giant State Park, CT
- Violet and Orange Trails, CTSleeping Giant State Park, CT
- Sleeping Giant Tower Trail, CTSleeping Giant State Park, CT
- Sleeping Giant Head Yellow and Orange Loop Trail, CTSleeping Giant State Park, CT
- Blue Trail Loop, CTSleeping Giant State Park, CT
- Sleeping Giant Head Blue and Violet Loop Trail, CTSleeping Giant State Park, CT
- Sleeping Giant Head White Trail, CTSleeping Giant State Park, CT
- Sleeping Giant Loop Trail, CTSleeping Giant State Park, CT
- Quinnipiac Trail, CTSleeping Giant State Park, CT
- Quinnipiac Trail to High Rock, CTBethany, CT
- CampgroundsLocation
- Gentile's Campground, CTLitchfield County, CT
- Little City Campground, CTMiddlesex County, CT
- Branch Brook Campground, CTLitchfield County, CT
- Wolf's Den Family Campground, CTMiddlesex County, CT
- Nelson's Family Campground, CTMiddlesex County, CT
- Grandview Camping Resort, CTMiddlesex County, CT
- Markham Meadows Campground, CTMiddlesex County, CT
- Cozy Hills Campground, CTLitchfield County, CT
- Salem Farms Campground, CTNew London County, CT
- Niantic / I-95 Exit 72 KOA, CTNew London County, CT
- RV dealerships in Connecticut
Recent RV rental reviews in Sleeping Giant State Park
Christine M.
August, 2025
This was a wonderful experience. Eric and Danielle were great hosts. They were clear and helpful in their communications and always replied in a timely manner. Lil’ Luna exceeded our expectations. The camper was very clean and well equipped. We would love to rent it again. Thank you so much for a fabulous week!
Darren G.
August, 2025
Great Host, very enjoyable experience.
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Thomas M.
August, 2025
The Minnie Winnie delivered big! The sleeping area had a comfortable mattress and plenty of room (queen) for the two of us and a variable number of our shelties. The bathroom/closet was perfect, with a shower roomy enough for 6'3"me and plenty of storage for our towels and clothes. The slide-out is HUGE and the kitchen/dining area was more than ample. Gerry took care of all the set-up and take-down, explained everything we needed to know, and in general was a downright friendly bloke to deal with before, during, and after our vacation. This is a nearly annual trip for us, so we are looking forward to a repeat of our experience next year!
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