Hi. Looking to go for a hike this weekend and see some fall colors. I live in Newport but don’t mind driving 45 mins or so for s good spot. I’m a regular hiker so distance and difficulty aren’t really an issue. Suggestions appreciated!

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ghostpepperlover t1_isfxntu wrote on October 15, 2022 at 6:00 PM

If you’re willing to drive a bit further, Old Furnace Stars Park just over the border into Connecticut is fantastic. There’s a nice hike through the woods and then opens to a pond with a large cliff to with overlooks. And just up the road from Newport in Tiverton is Fort Bardon with the Sins and Flesh trails.

kateri29 OP t1_isfxt9m wrote on October 15, 2022 at 6:01 PM

Thank you!

ghostpepperlover t1_isfy2qb wrote on October 15, 2022 at 6:03 PM

Do yourself a favor and google Old Furnace. It’s probably exactly what you’re looking for without having to drive to the mountains

kateri29 OP t1_isfz20a wrote on October 15, 2022 at 6:10 PM

Wow! That place looks beautiful. Will definitely be checking out. Appreciate the suggestion!

ghostpepperlover t1_ishd61a wrote on October 16, 2022 at 12:15 AM

You’re welcome. I truly love to share popular/hidden gems that get tucked into the busy folds of New England

bbpr120 t1_isfjs6f wrote on October 15, 2022 at 4:23 PM

Long Pond/Ell Pond in Hopkinton is always a favorite, same with the trails around Yawgoog Scout Camp.

kateri29 OP t1_isfoy59 wrote on October 15, 2022 at 4:59 PM

Thanks!

SoftwareDev401 t1_ishgyyp wrote on October 16, 2022 at 12:45 AM

The loop around Green Falls Pond (not far from there) is amazing

degggendorf t1_isfm9x4 wrote on October 15, 2022 at 4:41 PM

Mount Tom in Arcadia has some good lookouts, in addition to a decent bit of elevation (for RI).

kateri29 OP t1_isfoyni wrote on October 15, 2022 at 4:59 PM

Thanks!

Triggify t1_ish9y0k wrote on October 15, 2022 at 11:50 PM

Purgatory Chasm is a good one, lots of verticality and beautiful scenery

Fresh_Shock2890 t1_isge6u9 wrote on October 15, 2022 at 7:57 PM

Blue hills in Mass, RI north south trail. Wolf Hill in Smithfield has views of Providence and is the site of a WW II plane crash. Buck Hill management area, George Washington state park.

william1Bastard t1_isg5vnp wrote on October 15, 2022 at 6:58 PM

Tiverton. Pardon Grey and Weetamoo woods. They're connected, so there are a few approaches. This time of year it's a trail runner's dream. Worst case scenario, you run over a husky that pops out around a corner.

kateri29 OP t1_isgdop4 wrote on October 15, 2022 at 7:53 PM

Weetamoo was on my list to check out tomorrow. Thanks!!

TadpoleMajor t1_isgo8sd wrote on October 15, 2022 at 9:09 PM

Devils Hopyard or Mount Misery

brighty420 t1_ishfybp wrote on October 16, 2022 at 12:37 AM

Download the Alltrails app. It has every hiking trail in the state and just about everywhere. It shows hike times, distance, photos and has reviews so you really know what your getting into.

edthesmokebeard t1_ishw8mh wrote on October 16, 2022 at 2:47 AM

The loops at George Washington Campground on 44 are nice.