Click on the "Trail Map (PDF)" button to download a PDF of the trail map that you can print and take with you on the trail.

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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.

Riverwood is a 150-acre wooded preserve adjacent to the Pawcatuck River. The trail that roughly follows the perimeter is, for the most part, relatively flat. Some of it passes wetlands and steep rocks. Where the trail runs parallel to the River, there are some areas with rhododendron and mountain laurel. The trails that cross the interior of Riverwood rise and fall sharply in a number of places. There are substantial granite out-croppings and sign of previous granite quarrying and agriculture.

Westerly Land Trust web page for their conservation properties

Dogs: Yes. Must be under control or on leash. Waste pick up required.

Skiing/Snowshoeing: Yes. The perimeter trail is suitable for both. The trails crossing the center of Riverwood are not suitable for cross country skiing and some are also not suitable for snowshoeing.

Other Amenities: There is a restroom at the Boy Scout Camp, which can be accessed when the camp is not in use.

Trailhead

Driving Landmarks: Heading north on Ashaway Road (Route 3) from Route 78, turn right onto Old Hopkinton Road and take an immediate left on the extension of Old Hopkinton Road. Park on the left along the road. Boy Scout Drive branches off to the right, going up the hill. Walk up Boy Scout Drive and around the gate at the entrance to the Boy Scout Camp. Continue on the lane parallel to the Pawcatuck River, passing the Boy Scout Camp on your left, and enter Riverwood. There is a sign with a trail map near the entrance.

Parking: Yes: On street, 6 spaces, no overnight parking

ADA Accessible Parking Spaces? No

Coordinates: 41° 23.695' N    71° 48.12' W   See this location in: Google Maps   Acme Maps