The Ephraim Hunt Ministerial Land is a conservation area maintained by the Rehoboth Land Trust that…read moreoffers several well maintained pathways through the local woodlands. At approximately 64 acres, this land is a quiet, peaceful place to stretch your legs. Tucked away on Pond Street, there is a dirt parking lot that allows several cars to pull in off the road. The land was purchased by the Rehoboth Land Trust when the Congregational Church at the center of town required funds to repair their sanctuary ceiling and steeple. Wanting to maintain the land as undeveloped, this area remains open to the public to soak in the sights and sounds of nature. Hunting is allowed on the property in-season so be sure to take precautions, as appropriate. Swamps, old fields, brooks, and a high knoll mark the land. A map of the area greets you when you pass through the main gate, though I feel like there were more trails than what was pictured. All-in-all, there are only so many ways to go so its hard to get lost. There are some ups and downs and a lovely little boardwalk that helps you traverse some of the wetlands. The trails were very well maintained and easy to traverse - the blue to orange path gives you a nice loop through the land. The furthest end of the loop skirts the Rehoboth Village Cemetery if you want to make a quick detour.

At over 70 acres, this wildlife refuge is situated on a parcel of land that comprises Barrington's…read morehistoric Nockum Hill. A beautiful outdoor space any time of the year; there are a number of trails to peruse this mix of coastal wetland filled with marshes, fields, forest, and farmland. There is a small parking area on George Street just as the road starts to curve. A small sign marks the entrance to the first trailhead. Named for a Barrington native and prominent naturalist, the trails here meander through the various landscape. A couple off-shoots give you access to areas like a small boardwalk area that extends into the upper marshlands. Several of the fields have birdhouses erected that attract all kinds of species. I believe I caught a couple views of some bluebirds during my time here. And geese. So many geese. Another trail delivers you to the sandy shores of the Hundred Acre Cove. Really beautiful in January when I visited, all iced over. This beach is a nesting area for the diamondback terrapin. There is a park bench on this shoreline to soak in the views. Of note, there is a seemingly out of place pistol range on site for the Barrington Police which is very well-marked for safety. All-in-all, a pleasant place to get outside.

Came here on a bright sunny day and made the most of it. Found out this time that the trail does…read moreNOT allow running because of the wildlife on the premises. Makes complete sense since the refuge hosts events for people to come learn and study about wildlife on the property. They have renovated different sections of the trail such as wooden bridges and benches along the walk. The walk is beautiful and is good for a short hike. They have different routes depending on how long to plan to walk for. Great experience for families or even by yourself to see what nature has to offer.

What a wonderful little sanctuary in Seekonk. The trails are well marked, plenty of raised walkways…read moreand water features. Free parking, easy access and quiet space, no pets allowed.

This is a very pretty spot to hike out to. The view from the ledge point is stunning. It must be…read morepopular because we left picking up trash on the way out. Mostly beer cans and water bottles.

Very walkable trails through peaceful woodlands along the Three Mile River. Good parking, picnic…read morearea with grills available, visitor center, and bathrooms at the park entrance. While a little busy at the parking/trailhead area itself, once you progress a bit through the woods, things quiet down considerably and you're able to find tranquility and splendid isolation to your heart's desire (yes, far from the madding crowd ... good old Hardy). The main trail culminates at a dam with fish ladders and it's impressive to see the torrent of water gushing over. Upstream from the dam, the river flows leisurely and on a beautiful end-of-summer day like this, the water is a pristine mirror. Many trails to choose from (though they tend to be unmarked - but it's hard to get lost as they all tend to loop back to the main): we walked a branch off the main path that ran right along the riverbank; and we found another trail that went by a "fragrance garden" and a little gnome village which added a touch of whimsy. Great for the kids and many dog walkers (and am happy to say, no doggy doo-doo's noted, so glad to see owners picking up after them!)

Really beautiful and peaceful place to talk a walk. The trail is only a mile long but it's peaceful…read moreand nice for a quick break from work. If you go straight all the way down, you will reach the fish dam. Scattered throughout the trails on either sides are little paths that go to a fragrance garden, gnome village, and pine tree trail. Parking is free.

Another place were the trails was a little too muddy for me to fully explore them. But what I did…read moredo, offered a quiet relaxing exploration with some waterfront views. Parking is right of the road, so be careful getting in/out.

Osamequin Wildlife Sanctuary is a possible destination if you're looking for some trails to walk…read moreon. Unfortunately, if you visit you'll find that most of the trails there are quite short, and in need of maintenance. Tip: There are a lot of ticks here, so if you visit make sure you check yourself and your furry children before you depart On the plus side, this place is fairly close to downtown Barrington, and there are some nice views from here of the 100 Acre Cove :-)

Great place to walk! Quiet and very well maintained. Good wildlife - saw snakes and a pair of…read moreotters! Great place!!!

Ponds trails and…read morereflections Attleboro Springs has long been used as a place for prayer, reflection and thought. The land is located right behind the National Shrine of our Lady of La Salette and is still own by the shine but anyone is allowed to use the land as long as they are quiet and respectful. The area is almost 120 acres and has several miles of well marked and trimmed trails. Lots of pudding stone, maples and fragrant pepper bushes as well as several lovely little ponds. The trails have several little bridges and boardwalks to keep you out of the mud. One of the very cool things about the sanctuary is the Braille Trail. This trail has a rope guide as well as information in braille so that seeing impaired people can enjoy and learn about the area too. The hiking isn't strenuous but in the snow and ice can be a bit difficult. There are several areas where you can stop and reflect, pray, think or just rest your butt. There are lots of educational programs and lectures going on here all year long for kids and anyone else that wants to learn about nature or history. A lovely place to learn, reflect, pray, think or just have some fun

Lots of hiking options and varied terrain with forest and ponds and creeks. Use plenty of insect…read morerepellent and a hat for mosquitoes. Dog friendly and not crowded. Use GPS or something, because there are virtually no trail blazes and the various paths are numerous and complex.

From spring to fall, we like to take our kids on nature trails in the area and came across Village…read morePark. And we are glad we did! The trails are nicely maintained and easy to navigate. The scenery is perfect for photography and there is even an old (and I mean OLD) rusty car along one of the trails. That, to me, was the highlight of the park. My son is really into Hot Wheels and cars so it got him super excited to see this. That alone was worth the trip. If you are looking for a new trail to explore, definitely check out Village Park!

This is an amazing bit of nature and recreation, right in Providence. In the summer there's a…read moreWednesday farmer's market from 3-6, and there are frequent weekend concerts at the top of the hill. There are also a sledding hill, baseball diamonds and a skate park at the base. I come here for the hiking. For being only 10 minutes from downtown providence, it's very impressive. It's small, just shy of 90 acres, but the trail network is fantastic. The views of Providence from the top of the hill and the vista are great.There's a map at the entrance to the park, I usually just do one big loop when I visit. There's a trail map you can print out on the website as well. This is an urban park, so litter can be a problem. Please do your part and bring your trash out with you.

Can my tax dollars please go towards better signage & upkeep of this beautiful park? Please?…read more Such a joy to have public access to green space like this right in the middle of the city. I felt my cortisol drop significantly just after a few steps on the trail. At one point, the Providence noise pollution almost disappeared & all I could hear was birds & bugs & wind. Unfortunately it's a seriously confusing smorgasbord of trails. I had to pull up AllTrails a few times, which is borderline embarrassing, considering how small of a park this is. I'm not sure I really followed any of the proper trails, just kinda zigzagged around. I would've felt more at ease if the trails were marked more clearly. Still highly recommend as a great green space. Enjoy!

I took a walk around the Turner Reservoir Loop Trail in East Providence (about 3.25 miles) and had…read moresuch a good time out there. The trail's easy and mostly well-kept, with a mix of wooded paths, quiet road sections, and lovely stretches along the water. There was a nice breeze coming off the reservoir, and despite a few muddy spots, it was an easy, peaceful loop to take in the sights. Wildlife was out in full force--robins everywhere, a swan, Canadian geese with goslings, a couple of mallards, double-crested cormorants, a great blue heron, two eastern cottontails, a sunbathing turtle, and one very unfortunate (and very deceased) muskrat right on the trail. It's always a bit of everything in nature. The flowers were equally impressive. I came across the biggest patch of pink lady's slippers I've ever seen--easily over 100 in bloom. The Allegheny blackberry brambles and Blue Bugleweed were flowering too, so there was color everywhere. Really felt like spring was showing off. One thing to note: a few parts of the trail get close to residential areas and cross some busier roads, which slightly breaks the immersion, but the bulk of it feels tucked away in nature. Definitely a trail I'd recommend if you're looking for an easy, rewarding loop with lots of wildlife and wildflowers to take in. A great way to spend an afternoon.

This is basically an extension of Hunt's Mill, which is across the street. Parking in front, use…read morethe right side your first time visiting. Lots of birds including Blue Herring. The water is beautiful around sunset. Not many bugs and a nice place to get exercise.