Despite being a small state, Rhode Island has more than its share of beautiful hiking trails. From our beachside nature walks to our forested treks, the trails in the Ocean State are surprisingly diverse. And if you’re looking for a nice, easy loop trail that offers some of the most stunning scenery in the state, head to the Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, where you’ll find the perfect hike.
The Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge is located in Exeter and is the Audubon Society’s largest public property.
Fred Brissette / alltrails.com The refuge has a wide variety of habitats, and it’s a beautiful place to hang out.
The Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge Trail is a nice, easy 3.3-mile loop that takes you through the property’s best spots.
Riley Amaral / alltrails.com The path heads right through the refuge, and because it’s flat and well-marked, it’s considered a good fit for hikers of all skill levels.
From fields to forest land and swamps, ponds, and streams, the scenery here is pretty diverse.
Glenn Flosdorf / alltrails.com The bridges bring hikers over a small waterfall as well as clear running streams.
While you walk, keep an eye out for deer, wood frogs, foxes, beavers, and several different bird species.
Kirsten Oneill / alltrails.com Barred owls, great horned owls, pileated woodpeckers, and arcadian flycatchers are common. This is a perfect place for bird watching.
Eventually, you’ll reach a nice, peaceful pond.
Megan Habershaw / alltrails.com This is a great place to stop and enjoy the views, if you so desire.
The natural scenery on this trail is fantastic – and if you look closely, you’ll spot a small historic cemetery on your route.
Avis Gunther-Rosenberg / alltrails.com We weren’t kidding when we claimed this trail had a little bit of everything. The only thing missing is the ocean, and when you’re in Rhode Island, that’s never far away.
The Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge is one of Rhode Island’s finest hidden gems, and this trail is a great way to experience it.
Kristin Miner / alltrails.com The refuge is open all year, stunning in any season, and easily accessible.
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Fred Brissette / alltrails.com
The refuge has a wide variety of habitats, and it’s a beautiful place to hang out.
Riley Amaral / alltrails.com
The path heads right through the refuge, and because it’s flat and well-marked, it’s considered a good fit for hikers of all skill levels.
Glenn Flosdorf / alltrails.com
The bridges bring hikers over a small waterfall as well as clear running streams.
Kirsten Oneill / alltrails.com
Barred owls, great horned owls, pileated woodpeckers, and arcadian flycatchers are common. This is a perfect place for bird watching.
Megan Habershaw / alltrails.com
This is a great place to stop and enjoy the views, if you so desire.
Avis Gunther-Rosenberg / alltrails.com
We weren’t kidding when we claimed this trail had a little bit of everything. The only thing missing is the ocean, and when you’re in Rhode Island, that’s never far away.
Kristin Miner / alltrails.com
The refuge is open all year, stunning in any season, and easily accessible.
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Address: Fisherville Brook, Rhode Island, USA
