Soldiers and Sailors Monument — Attraction in New Haven

7/15/22 I've tried on several occasions recently to take the drive up to the summit parking at the monument atop East Rock Park. Apparently all the PAVED roads leading up there are closed to vehicular traffic. I cannot find any explanation for these closures Whatever reason the city had for closing them should be posted at the access points, not just some orange cones with a "Road Closed" billboard sign on the ground. I'd really enjoy the ride up there on my Geezer Glide trike. I certainly am unable to walk or cycle up there at this point in my life. WTH good is a park that's restricted only to healthy, young walkers and cyclists? Seems a bit discriminatory toward seniors and handicap folks. So New Haven,...

It must be nice to see but the roads were closed from the lowest parking lot. No indication of this on their site or on Google maps which showed no barriers to driving to the top beforehand which was inconvenient since we planned this trip in advance and were meeting family here to see this and the views. We ended up exploring the Eli Whitney Museum grounds close by where we walked through an historic covered bridge and lush trails with views of the dam waterfalls and serene waterways with...

If you want to visit a touristic place in Connecticut this place is just for you. This memorial is located in New Haven. Because it is located on East Rock, it is visible for miles from the surrounding areas. This monument was completed in 1887. So if you want to live the history you should visit this place. Do not forget to get your coats if you are going there during winter time because it is really...