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Skip the Hikes and Try This Rail Trail in Rhode Island Instead

From Cranston to Coventry, the Washington Secondary Rail Trail proves some of Rhode Island’s best outdoor adventures don’t have to start at a trailhead.

by Jasmine Vieau
on May 16
A bicycle leans against a bridge railing on a paved trail during a golden sunset filtered through autumn trees.
Nature

The Small-Town State Park in Rhode Island Locals Want to Keep to Themselves

by Melissa Mahoney
on May 13
view of homes and boats across the water at John H. Chafee Nature Preserve in North Kingstown, RI
Nature

Don’t Attempt This One Hike in Rhode Island Unless You’re up for a Real Challenge

by Jasmine Vieau
on Jan 31
A steep rocky scramble between large granite boulders on the Long Pond Woods Trail.
Nature

Find 4 Bucket-List-Level Views in Rhode Island Without Needing to Be an Expert Hiker

by Melissa Mahoney
on Dec 19
view of a cove along the rocky coast from the newport cliff walk in rhode island
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This Is the Most Claustrophobic Hike in Rhode Island—Would You Try It?

by Mariana Zapata Herrera
on Dec 4
A large chasm opens up on top of a boulder at Dinosaur Caves

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National & State Parks

This Scenic Rhode Island Hike Is Even Better in the Winter

The Tillinghast Pond Loop is a scenic and peaceful trail that you may want to enjoy with family or friends this winter season.

by Melissa Mahoney
on Nov 30
a frozen pond along a hike during winter in rhode island
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Hiking

The Scenic 8-Mile Trail in Rhode Island’s George Washington Management Area Worth the Trek

Among the most scenic Rhode Island hiking trails, this route in George Washington Management Area offers forests, wetlands, and pondside views.

by Jasmine Vieau
on Nov 7
Small black dog walking along the bright green, grassy bank of a dark, calm Bowdish Reservoir.
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Weather & Natural Phenomena

Pulaski State Park Is an Underrated Rhode Island Park That Will Surprise You This Fall

If you're up for an adventure in Rhode Island this fall, Pulaski State Park may surprise you in the best ways possible.

by Melissa Mahoney
on Oct 2
peck pond at Rhode Island's Pulaski State Park with a beach and fall foliage along its shore
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Hiking

5 Historical Hikes in Rhode Island That Rival the Famous Cliff Walk

Discover five underrated hikes for a healthy dose of history in Rhode Island.

by Charlie Boyle
on May 14
A looming, stone military base sits on a green hill covered in mist.
Nature
Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

Best State Park Beaches in Rhode Island to Visit to Close Out Summer

We still have plenty of summer days to spend at the beach, soaking up the last of the summer sun on the sand, so let's spend an afternoon at one of Rhode Island's best state park beaches.

by Melissa Mahoney
on Aug 25
East Beach State Beach on a sunny day in summer.