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    4.5 (46 reviews)

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    Jenn H.

    This is a beautiful location and has 2 of the Thomas Dambo trolls! There's a few different areas- the freshwater pond, a playground, observatory, trails, and more. It was free to enter and nice to walk and explore for an hour. The trolls make this an even more worthwhile spot to visit.

    Jasmin G.

    I am a nature lover and I really loved coming here. A family friend, my mom and myself came here to see the trolls and explore. The place is huge it looks like they hold events here, parties, there's water to swim and kayak in and there are trails from what I saw. But we came specifically for the trolls. They have plenty and I mean plenty of free parking which I throughly enjoyed. It's a very clean and spacious place in general of course all outdoors but there's so much to do. Walking to the trolls we found a bench that overlooked the beautiful water. It was such a calming feeling and it was so beautiful to overlook everything. Now walking to the trolls there was tons of people but everyone was kind and patient and took turns with pictures. The trolls are AH-MAY-ZING! They're so HUGE and super cool. The person we was with knew the whole back story about the creator of the trolls so having all that knowledge made it extra cool. They have so far 2 trolls at this specific location and they are a distance from each other so be sure you are capable to walk. They are so worth it. There was so much bloom going on as well, so much nature to see. I believe they have trails but we really don't explore the others trails that didn't directly link us to the trolls. They keep the area very clean, and it just felt so calming everywhere you walked everyone was so nice. It's not extremely loud like most places would be. From what I can remember it's very full of sticks and branches so I don't believe it was wheelchair friendly, plus if it's wet it gets super muddy for sure wear sneakers. Can't wait to see the new troll that's in East Providence!

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    Mary R.

    Love love love! The trolls are so nice!!! Cute little trail walk for the kids or dogs!

    Finally found him!
    Alicia N.

    Finally checked off my list: The Ninigret Trolls in RI! It was exciting to finally see them, there are only two, but they're definitely worth the visit. I wish there were more, but it's still a fun and unique stop, especially if you're exploring the area. The park itself is great for families. There's a swimming area for kids, basketball courts, a playground, and plenty of picnic tables. There's a marked trail to guide you toward the trolls, though I'll admit, it was a little confusing at first. I ended up walking around to explore (and get some extra steps in!), which actually made it more fun. I spotted the first troll pretty quickly, but the second one felt like a maze to find, seriously, where is it?! It was a bit of an adventure, which added to the charm. Tip: It's off the same exit as Misquamicut, so it's perfect if you want to add a little side adventure while in the area. On the way home, I stopped in Mystic, which made the day even better. Heads up .. If it's rained recently, wear sneakers! The path to the trolls isn't paved and can get muddy, although the outer parts of the park are paved.

    Bre B.

    Such a lovely park to explore and view the beauty of nature. We loved searching for the trolls. All the beautiful flowers. The many walking paths and views that were so pretty! Great place to bring the kids for a swim, have a picnic, stroll on a date day, or just chill on a park bench with a buddy.

    Jason B.

    What a great little gem. There's so much to unpack here. Plenty of trails, athletic fields and courts, an exercise area and bathrooms that are actually open and clean. And lastly, the trolls. First, the park is absolutely massive. And has so much to offer. The park was apparently an old airfield, which I never knew. There is a small exercise area near the front that has a handful of functional equipment like you'd find at a gym. There are also plenty of courts and fields near the front as well. There are also plenty of trails to walk. Lastly, the trolls. The trolls are quite the attraction and bring people far and wide. Both are relatively easy to find, either through gps, signs, or simply following the crowd(s) of people. That said, the 2nd troll's path could use a little bit of a trim. Both are huge, massive structures(?), with one by the water and the second along a short path. All and all it is a fun time and dare I say a must-see sight if you're close to the area. Having said all that, I swear I heard the 2nd troll mutter a sarcastic remark about my weight, so he/she maybe a little bit of a troublemaker :)

    Des D.

    Love this park! We came for the trolls but love how there is so much to do here. From trails to find some trolls to swimming to playgrounds Ninigret Park has it all! My toddler had the best time walking through the trials to find the trolls and know she would love the playground and swimming area too if we had time that day. We will definitely be back!!

    Nature center near the observatory
    Jen W.

    In the early 1940's this land was acquired by the U.S. government to train Navy pilots for WWII. In 1979, the land was passed to the town of Charlestown who have agreements with several organizations to manage the 230 acres of land. Within the park you have fishing, wild life preserves, a trail system, playgrounds and recently, the division of tourism paid artist Tomas Dambo to build two Trolls to encourage more people to visit the area. I do love this artist and his trolls and happily drove to the park to find them. There are signs now that point the way to the trolls. From the Troll parking area, large, troll sized foot prints are painted on the path leading to the trolls. This makes finding them much easier. They are nestled in the woods. One is next to a pond making for a very pleasant spot. The other has her own grotto built around her. They make for very fun walking destinations. Doing research on the history of the park, besides learning of the Navy training history, I also found information that the park is currently undergoing environmental investigation by the Army Corp. of engineers for remediation of PFAS, unexploded ordinance and petroleum spills. Some material has been removed and water filtration systems put on some of the wells within park boundaries. Testing continues through 2025 and final reporting is not due until further testing is performed. This is a beautiful, huge park with many community services such as tennis courts, a senior center, dog park, observatory, nature center and newer playground. At the same time, it's a contaminated site under going remediation.

    Holly K.

    The trolls are Ninigret park are definitely worth the trip! They are really amazing, Thomas Dambo does an exquisite job. Overall they do a great job at signage so you know where to find the trolls. This place is huge, it was my first time in, but I just followed the signs towards the playground to find troll parking. I never actually found the playground, but I did find the trolls. I especially loved how Gretta Granite is hidden within the forest. I do wish they had bathrooms, but they did do a good job at putting port-a-pottys around so you had an option, especially with all the small children running about for the trolls. I have heard rumors of a coffee truck that parks around here, which is genius. We were there on Labor Day Weekend so I didn't have any luck. Overall a beautiful park to walk around or play disc golf. Worth the trip for the trolls!

    Melissa M.

    I greatly enjoyed my visit to Ninigret Park, its a decent sized park with ample parking. The park offers tennis courts, a children's playground, a mini observatory, the town's senior center, walking trails (for people and pets), a disc golf course, and now public art displays. Peak time to visit is the early mornings when you'll have choice parking.

    marker leading us to Greta Granite
    Stephanie T.

    Only Thursday, July 4th, my husband and I ventured to Ninigret Park in Charlestown, home to two giant trolls made by Thomas Dambo, a Danish artist, with recycled and reclaimed wood. Currently there are more than 100 Dambo Trolls all over the world, including Denmark, China, France, South Korea, Australia, Chile, Ireland and the USA. The name of the two trolls at Ninigret Park are Erik Rock and Greta Granite. The park (and trolls) are free to the public which is a great option if you are looking for an outside activity. Ninigret Park is a 227-acre park features a state-of-the-art playground, ball fields, ten-speed bike course, tennis and basketball courts, disc golf, picnic areas and a freshwater swimming pond with public beach (Little Ninigret Pond); lifeguards on duty (seasonal). Huge!!! This was our first time at Ninigret Park. Not knowing where the trolls were and there was a parking lot specifically designated as troll parking, we just parked at the first parking lot we saw which was by the tennis courts. By the parking lot, we saw a board with a map of the park and a map showing us where the trolls were (it wasn't very helpful). We started to walk around not really knowing where to go till a woman on a bicycle passing by asked if we were looking for trolls and we said yes. She told us to pass the Frosty Drew Observatory on the right and you'll see a trail to a troll on the left. Thankfully she directed us in the right direction and we saw the first troll, Erik Rock, who is situated by Little Ninigret Pond. I had read from other articles that there would be clues on Erik Rock to lead us to a marker and the second troll, Greta Granite. Unfortunately, we could not find any clues and just wondered around again. That was when we found a parking lot designated as troll parking near the playground and basketball courts. After 30 minutes of wondering, I put in Ninigret Troll No. 2 in Google Maps and was able to find the marker leading us to Greta Granite. Greta Granite was located after following a narrow path through trees and plants. Tip: If you are short on time and don't feel like wondering, you can search Ninigret Troll No. 1 and Ninigret Troll No. 2 in Google Maps. Also, the closest parking lot to the trolls is the Troll Parking lot. Eric Rock sitting on the edge of a pond has black hair made of burned maple branches and he wears a birdhouse necklace to keep him company as he wanders the woods. Greta Granite holds an array of necklaces, each made from different found materials such as sea shells, stones, glass, driftwood, and bones. Her hair is made of 300 split bamboo sticks. A few boulders are spread before her, just right for sitting and storytelling. We were so happy to have been able to find both giant trolls at Ninigret Park because they were amazing to see and you can see all the dedication and time put in to build them. I just wish there were better directions or hidden clues like a picture of a troll on the signs. Just something to help out a little. I did enjoy the fresh air and 1 hour and 1/2 walking around and exploring Ninigret Park. I will definitely bring my bike next time!

    A Lady Troll
    Jenn J.

    We always have to do things the hard way We heard that there were 2 Danish trolls waiting for a dope selfie and we were lucky enough to find one. The trails aren't really marked clearly so we walked about 15-20 miles out of the way (who knows how long really cuz it's so easy to lose track of time). Anyways, people also looking for trolls were super nice and we all acted like we were in it together. We loved it. And we'll be back for sure. Although, we didn't see any brown people...

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    Jennifer B.

    We went to Ninigret Park to see the Trolls. Being from CT I had not heard of the park previously. Finding the park and parking was a breeze. Finding where to begin looking in the park for the trolls is a different story. There were signs for "troll parking" but no signs for "trolls this way" & that park is huge. We looked on the creator (Thomas Dambo) website and found clues. Maybe that was the entire point. Who knows. Once we were on the right track, they did not disappoint. They just add to the beauty of this park. Great trails, playground, disc golf and so much more to do. Definitely recommend

    Just came back from the June 30th event. So fun!  Nice family event. Bring a chair or picnic blanket.

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    The trolls were supremely interesting. The signage could've been better to get between the two sites, but we figured it out.

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    Beautiful park. Huge playground, pavilion for shade, clean bathrooms, quiet beach, lots of walking/bike paths, and so much more!

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    Great place for family fun. Well kept, clean and nest. Grass fields are well maintained.

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    Great park with many nice trails

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    4.5(2 reviews)
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    3.9(34 reviews)
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