Haystack Mountain Tower, Stone observation tower at Haystack Mountain State Park, Connecticut.
The granite tower reaches 50 feet in height and measures 22 feet in diameter, featuring two intermediate landings connected by concrete steps.
Ellen Battell Stoeckel donated the tower and surrounding land in 1929, establishing the foundation for Haystack Mountain State Park's development.
The structure, designed by architect Ehrick K. Rossiter, represents medieval Tudor Revival architecture with its randomly laid stones and deeply recessed mortar.
Visitors can access the tower through three different hiking routes, with the shortest path measuring 0.8 miles and gaining 223 feet in elevation.
Eight openings in the observation platform provide views extending across three states and reaching Long Island Sound during clear weather conditions.
Location: Connecticut
Architects: Ehrick K. Rossiter
GPS coordinates: 42.00472,-73.20861
Latest update: March 5, 2025 07:30
Connecticut features state parks with waterfalls, historic castles and gardens. The region combines coastal areas, forests and mountains with architectural monuments. Visitors can explore hiking trails, observation towers, lakes and historic sites.
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