Wickford, The Winter Village In Rhode Island That Will Enchant You Beyond Words
Jessica Wick
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Wickford, Rhode Island, is a small village in the town of North Kingstown that is undeniably charming in any season. But during the winter, it’s especially delightful. Recently, New England Today Travel named Wickford Rhode Island’s best winter village, and we couldn’t agree more. Here’s why you should visit before spring.
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Wickford Village, RI has everything you need to get into the holiday spirit: unique handmade gifts, galleries, cafes, and amazing decorations. And even if you don’t make it to the village before the holiday season is over, Wickford, Rhode Island, still makes for a wonderful day trip in the winter or any time of year.
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Rhode Island is filled with charming towns that transform into something really special in the wintertime. Here are a few winter towns in Rhode Island that are worth a visit:
- Newport, RI: Every town in Rhode Island has its unique charms, but this gem on Narragansett Bay's Aquidneck Island is about as quaint as can be. Newport is a popular tourist town in the summer, but that doesn't mean we should overlook it for some winter fun. This Christmas village in Rhode Island is home to Christmas at the Newport Mansions - a festive event that runs from around Thanksgiving until the first of January. The Newport Winter Festival in February is a crowd-pleaser as well. To get a good idea of all that is going on in Newport, take a guided trolley tour through the city.
- Exeter, RI: If your ideal winter town includes a fast hill and a set of skis Exeter is what you are looking for. The Yawgoo Valley Ski Area & Water Park is a hot spot in a cool winter. (Not so much the water park) It is the only remaining ski resort in Rhode Island, so this is the place to go if you want fast tubing rides, gnarly snowboarding half-pipes, and ski runs that will put a smile on your face. The most well-known waterfall is also in Exeter - Stepstone Falls. So a winter hike to a frozen waterfall should be on your to-do list.
- Cumberland, RI: If you are looking for a quaint and cozy town for a weekend getaway, Cumberland is pretty special. It just has that small-town family-friendly vibe. Take the family sledding at the local Diamond Hill Park. Or, go for a winter hike (or fat tire bike ride) on the Blackstone River Bikeway Trail. It is an 18.8-mile out-and-back trail that begins in Cumberland. Then, stop by the Cumberland House of Pizza for a warm-up and a delicious slice.