Beautiful Compact Off…read morethe beaten path I stumbled upon the existence of this spot on the visitrhodeisland Instagram page, having never heard of it previously. As a family, we gave it a shot for a what-the-heck hike, and all four of us fell immediately in love. Mowry really, REALLY dials up curb appeal right off the bat. Wandering down from the road into the conservation area, you're greeted by a large rock outcropping over a pristine rushing brook, covered by a nice pedestrian bridge - combined, it's a very halcyon scene, and gorgeous. Beyond lie two short hiking trails: red is ~0.5 miles and yellow is ~0.75 miles, and they connect so you can have a short jaunt or a longer one. There's some mild elevation change, but all very manageable in sneakers - all beginner-friendly or dog-walk appropriate. A little gem nestled in north central RI, this one deserves your attention for its natural beauty and serene wall ability. Highest recommendation.

Super pretty. We went today - and it was snowy but excellent hike day. The water running was the…read moremost perfect sound. Otherwise it was so quiet. Clearly marked trails. Decent ups and downs that made it feel like I was getting some exercise in. Cute little bridge. I would give it five stars if it were longer - but that's not the fault of the trail I guess: we just ended up looping and it got repetitive.

It's still fun to walk here. Sometimes there's deer running around. Or someone's dog. Good place to…read morebring kids to explore but watch out for dog poop here and there, and turtles, snakes and ticks. There are tons of paths to explore through the woods. The beach is filled with sharp shells and rocks -- dogs might hurt their paws. Cool views of Narragansett Bay and the Jamestown Bridge. We typically see a lot of birdwatchers and families. Walk from the parking lot down the large path until you see water. Then at the beach, take a right and climb over some big rocks and you'll find more beach to walk on as you head towards the Jamestown Bridge. Very easy walk/hike. No bathrooms or trash cans -- so I deducted a star.

Only did the first part of the trail that leads to the bay. Initially very rocky and easy to roll…read morean ankle. A few side paths along the way. Nice view of the bay and Jamestown bridge. Nice easy trail with no overgrowth.

Such a beautiful trail. I stumbled upon this one day when I was in the area and wanted to explore…read more It was very busy that day, I love when people get out into nature. Nice sized parking lot that is on rocks for sure. They used to have tons of bird houses but they're gone now- not sure why. But it's very cool under the trees a nice breeze, and so many areas where you can overlook water. Be cautious though, every trail I've ever done has different color marked trails for some odd reason this has 2 trails and they're both marked yellow which can cause for serious confusion. I didn't like this at all because if we weren't paying attention we could've ended up not following the path we entered. I'm not a use my phone type of person for a trail map, I simply want to enjoy my time use the tree cues and go about my walk. It's very clean, you run into all types of people here, families, fur babies, I even ran into a lady who had goats one time it was pretty cool. There is also from what I'm told a swan that practically owns this water, I was told it's been there for years. Very beautiful swan might I say. There's 2 water overlooks one is to the right when you pretty much first walk in, go to the right of the path, they have a bench to overlook but this is more like just a bunch of Lilly pads still pretty. But if you go much longer and stay pretty much to your right you will end up by the water and a big rock you can sit on, just be careful not to fall in. They also if you keep going ( it's hard to explain which "path" to take because as I said they're both yellow, who did this and why), but there is a buddy bridge which is so cute to honor pets who have passed. All in all I liked the trail just pay attention to what you're doing. I been twice and never went all the way, as the two yellow trails are confusing and I'm not that adventurous to get lost. Happy hiking!

Food was good. Diner style menu. Service is good. Welcoming. Prices reasonable. We get breakfast…read morethere on weekends.

The Steere Hill farm Conservation Area and Phillips Farm is an absolutely gorgeous piece of land…read more It's one of those places that feels like several different hikes all rolled into one. Hundreds of acres of wetlands, wide-open fields, miles of trails, and nesting grounds for birds. The open fields here are definitely the highlight. Complete with historic cemetery, picnic areas, benches to soak in the view and listen to nature. On my last visit the lupine, wide variety of wildflowers, and steady summer breeze made me linger longer than I usually do when I'm trying to pack the miles in. The history is abundant here with old foundations, stone walls, abandoned hay balers and manure spreaders, former orchards, beech tree groves, areas where livestock roamed, and so much more. The trails were incredibly well marked. Their online trail map is precisely marked. Wildlife was abundant and included a possum, frog, birds, dragonflies, grasshoppers, and countless butterflies. Some sections were more popular than others so I had a mix of alone time paired with hiker encounters. I put in about 8.5 miles with very little repeating which is a nice perk when you're looking to increase mileage and have something interesting to look at while doing so. The trails are well maintained and fairly wide. Definitely check this place out!

I'm always on the look for a new trail running spot. This spot is a well maintained, multi faceted,…read moreinterwoven trail system. You can do shorter 2.5 ish miles or extend it to your pleasure. A nice mix of grass and gravel trails. Not too flat, not too hilly. Some spots offer supreme views of this part of the state. It even has a portapotty on the trail! Lace up and head out!

Review from September 3, 2025…read more For years I've had this place in mind because a friend recommended it, only to find out I had been once before. There isn't too much parking options (about 3, maybe 4 spots), but I also doubt it gets packed. We had our lunch on the rocks by the waterfalls before taking on the Ben Utter trail. One thing I noticed that's new is that there is a rope to swing on over the water. I tried it and it felt pretty secure. We were initially worried we'd get lost but there's essentially only one way there and back. The path does split a couple times into two different avenues but they eventually meet in the same location (I think it has to do with level of difficulty). Definitely bring good shoes with thick soles because the path is pretty rocky. My favorite part of the hike was seeing a black bear! We heard some rustling to our right and thought it might be another hiker, but then we saw that it was a bear walking around in the woods, about 40 feet from where we were. It did not even look our way, so I just stared in awe. The trail is about 1.5 miles together - there and back. We were tired after but we had done a different trail prior, and it was mostly because of the rocky terrain. It is very peaceful, and between the water and plants, there are good views.

What a beautiful place , just with there was more parking spaces and proper signs and directions…read more Definitely a peaceful piece of nature.

No more rattlesnakes…read more but still very cool Wickaboxet Management Area is a great hiking and nature trial that virtually nobody uses. I have been here many times in all weather and at all times of the year and seldom see any traces of people. I'm not sure why because this is a great place for a hike. The most interesting part of Wickaboxet is called Rattlesnake ledge. Perhaps at one time the place had lots of rattlesnakes but I've never seen any and I suspect they are long gone. The ledge does have lots of crevices and holes and you can easily understand why snakes would love this place. I have no compunction about crawling all over the rocks and ledges but I still try to avoid sticking my hands or head into any of the dark places. You never know if one of the snakes decided to stick around. The ledge is a great place to fool around although people do fall off on occasion. It can get slippery in snow and ice or in wet weather. Beside Rattlesnake Ledge Wickaboxet has lots of other cool things to see. If you look around you will see lots of pines trees of all different sizes. These were planted after the horrific forest fire in the 1950's that destroyed the entire area. The trees are doing well and most signs of the fire and now just a distant memory. Another cool thing to see is the remains of the old fire tower. Nothing but the cement legs are left and you have to look carefully to find it. Ironically it was destroyed in the great fire so I guess it didn't do it's job very well. The parking lot is pretty small but that doesn't matter because nobody goes here anyways. Wickaboxet isn't a very long hike, with climbing around the ledges and poking around the side trails you can do it in a couple of hours. But just checking out the views from the top of Rattlesnake Ledge makes it worthwhile. Just don't go sticking your hands into any of the holes. You never know what could still be living there.

Great place. Lots of rocks. Rattlesnake ledge looks like a cool place to see but I'll have to do…read morethat on another trip. Lots of rocks and stone walls. Trails are pretty easy to follow. A couple of nice preserved cellar holes. Will be back soon.

I visited John L. Curran State Park for some quality time outside and I am thrilled to have…read moreselected the Spring Lake Trailhead to begin my travels. At 330ish acres, there's a good amount of trail to check out. Advertised as an undeveloped state park, there are a series of interconnected trails that deliver you through a gorgeous pine glen, down to the waters of the two reservoirs on the property, a dam, and many more sights. There's a decent bit of elevation to and from the parking area on Laten Knight Road but the towering pines it delivers you through was so enjoyable to hike through. Incredibly soft pine needles underfoot... the satisfying crunch of pine cones mixed in. So much space between the trees, one could truly frolic or aimlessly meander. Lovely. I checked out much of the shoreline of the Lower Reservoir and dam which was a welcome sight after emerging from all the trees. Other than some snails, I didn't encounter too much wildlife. I had plenty to explore so I never ventured to the Upper Reservoir, though I've driven by it a million times on Seven Mile Road. Boat ramp, expansive waters. Another time perhaps. The trails were fairly well marked with blue placards and in some areas, lined with logs but, I still found myself referencing my trails app to try to stay on course. Lots of blowdowns and no evidence of recent trail maintenance so it was easy to get off track at times. Old stone walls dot the property. The trailhead suggests a scout group may have done some work in the area at one time but I wonder if it's still on their radar. There was a surprising number of charred trees throughout... maybe from lightning strikes? Some still partially standing, burnt from top to bottom, others scattered about... some used to line the trails. Signage at the entrance requires blaze orange during hunting seasons. Small parking area for a few cars on Laten Knight. Will be back!

If you're looking for short, level, easy path, you'll find it here. That said, in the summer, views…read moreare somewhat limited due to vegetation, and it's just 1.1 miles long, so out and back is a short 2.2 mile trek. At .8 miles (from the lot where we parked), there are two benches which offer a view of the river. There is also a lot at the other end of the trail, so the benches would be at .3 miles respectively. On the plus side, the trail is quiet and we only saw a few people. On the negative side, it's very short, it's not a loop, there are limited views in the summer, and it's not especially interesting. I wouldn't go out of my way to walk here, but if it's convenient to your locale, or your limited on time, this might be your spot!

Ghosts dams and…read morebeavers The Stillwater Scenic Trail is a walking path that runs along an old railway bed for about a mile. Flat and very easy to walk on it's a nice place for a stroll along the Woonasquatucket River and then by Stillwater Pond. Even though it isn't a long walking path it has all kinds of interesting things to look at. The trail goes right under a cool highway bridge and follows the river until it becomes Stillwater Pond. The remains of several old dams are still visible as well as evidence of lots of beaver activity. It does get a it spooky in dark or foggy weather because the trail is tucked in between the river on one side and a hill with some industrial looking places on the other. On most of the trail you feel very alone and isolated. Lots of old foundations and even some abandoned and creepy buildings are still visible. They are the remains of Stillwater Village. a place now long gone. Lots of stories about people seeing strange things and hearing odd noses while walking along this path. The last time I went it was a foggy and rainy day so it was a bit spooky but of course I didn't see or hear anything unexpected. A pleasant and different sort of walking path. You get to see some cool natural sights as well as the remains of man made structures. An interesting place best visited in the light of day