7 Short And Sweet Fall Hikes In Rhode Island With A Spectacular End View

Fall in Rhode Island is all-too-short. Soon the ground will freeze over and we'll start huddling inside under blankets – so let's make the most of the beautiful autumn foliage and crisp, cool air while it lasts. Fall is the perfect time to hike, and these hikes are short and totally doable - plus they will reward you with beautiful views.

1. Lime Rock Preserve Trail, Lincoln

This easy 1.8 mile loop trail offers spectacular views of open meadows, streams, and the Manton Reservoir, and it's all beautiful in the fall.

2. Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge Trail, Middletown

This 2.4 mile loop trail is the perfect place to look for wild birds and has some truly magnificent ocean views.

3. Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge Trail, Exeter

This gorgeous wildlife refuge has views of ponds, fields, and more that all look their best decorated with fall foliage. This particular trail is just 3.3 easy miles.

4. Lincoln Woods Trail, Lincoln

This 3.4 mile trail features beautiful lake views that are even more magnificent in autumn.

5. Breakheart Loop, Exeter

The Breakheart Loop is made up of the Hicks Trail and Newman Trail in the Arcadia Management Area. Together they form a 3.7 mile loop that includes a lake and other beautiful scenery.

6. Fort Barton/Sin and Flesh Brook Trail, Tiverton

This 2.4 mile loop trail includes part of a historic fort and a beautiful water view from the highest point on the trail.

7. Rome Point Trail, Saunderstown

This 2.4 mile loop trail features a beach with absolutely gorgeous views. It's hard to top the beauty of this trail in the autumn.

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