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Patricia Sprague Forest Preserve
Charlestown, Town of Charlestown
1.3 miles of trail
Easy
Hunting is not allowed here but it is permitted on nearby land. Wear blaze orange during hunting season. More information
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In Rhode Island the primary hunting seasons typically run from the second Saturday in September to the last day of February and from the third Saturday in April to the last day in May, however this can vary from year to year and depends on what game is being hunted. During hunting season you should wear at least 200 square inches (a hat OR a vest) of blaze orange. During shotgun deer season, which is typically in December, you should wear at least 500 square inches of blaze orange (a hat AND a vest). For more information see the RI DEM website.
This Preserve contains a floodplain forest, vernal pools, and a hummocky glaciated landscape of high relief and approximately 1600 feet of frontage on the Pawcatuck River. There are also forested uplands, open fields and a variety of wetlands. A trail connects with an existing dirt farm road that runs through the property and connects other trails, including one that overlooks the river. There is an abundant variety of plants and wildlife.
A few old apple trees border a 3-acre meadow and a 1-acre hay field. The property was managed organically for over 80 years. In the 1930s, this was a center for research and study on the biodynamic method of agricultural production in the United States.
Charlestown Conservation Commission web page
Dogs: Must be leashed or under voice command
Railroad Avenue Trailhead
Driving Landmarks: The trailhead parking lot is off Railroad Avenue just west of the junction with Carolina Back Road (Route 112).
Parking: Yes: Parking lot, 12 spaces, no overnight parking
ADA Accessible Parking Spaces? No
Coordinates: 41° 27.079' N 71° 39.354' W See this location in: Google Maps Acme Maps
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This site report was last updated on April 29, 2020