📜 Historic cave in West Rock Ridge State Park, New Haven, Connecticut.🔍 Hiding place for two British judges who sentenced King Charles I to death in 1649.Why Go📜 Explore a significant historical site.🚶 Enjoy an easy loop trail suitable for all skill levels.🌳 Experience peaceful forest atmosphere and nature trips, and explore unique rock formations.📸 Enjoy panoramic vistas of New Haven and surrounding areas.🐕 Dog-friendly trail (on leash).Why Avoid⚠️ Cave is small, may feel quiet or isolated at times.🚶 Trail can be rocky and rooty, wear sturdy shoes.🚫 Roads to summit closed seasonally, requiring longer hike in off-season.👥 Can get crowded on weekends.Tips👟 Wear sturdy shoes for rocky and rooty terrain.🅿️ Parking available at main park entrance off Wintergreen Avenue, near the main cave area and scenic overlook.📅 Best used from April until October for easier access.Visit weekday mornings for tranquility.Cost💰 Free entry.Hours🕒 West Rock's roads open seasonally from Memorial Day weekend until last weekend in October, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.🚶 Accessible year-round by hiking trails during off-season.