Best Crosscountry Skiing in Rhode Island

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1

Connecticut, Windham County

03 :50 hrs
8.4 mi
58.043884 ft
Easy

George Washington Management Area offers around 4000 acres of beautiful wilderness. This skiing adventure loops through the heart of the park and features the forest of the area, Wilbur Pond, wildlife and an unnamed small pond. Wildlife that may be seen include cottontail rabbits, snowshoe hare, grey squirrel, white-tailed deer, fox, raccoon, muskrat, grouse, wild turkey, ring-necked pheasant, woodcock and waterfowl. Be apprised that dogs must be kept on a leash while on the trail.

2

Connecticut, Windham County

03 :50 hrs
8.4 mi
58.043884 ft
Easy

George Washington Management Area offers around 4000 acres of beautiful wilderness. This skiing adventure loops through the heart of the park and features the forest of the area, Wilbur Pond, wildlife and an unnamed small pond. Wildlife that may be seen include cottontail rabbits, snowshoe hare, grey squirrel, white-tailed deer, fox, raccoon, muskrat, grouse, wild turkey, ring-necked pheasant, woodcock and waterfowl. Be apprised that dogs must be kept on a leash while on the trail.

3

Rhode Island, Kent County

02 :53 hrs
5.8 mi
42.479836 ft
Easy

This cross-skiing adventure through George B. Parker Woodland runs through rocky wooded hills and offers a scenic and secluded ski. There are rocky ledges and large boulders that were left by glaciers thousands of years ago. This ski features a part of Rhode Island that has remained untouched, a window into what it looked like 2 or 3 hundred years ago. Wildlife that may be seen include fox, deer, raccoon, squirrel, wild turkey and a variety of birds. Be apprised that there are a couple of steep climbs but overall the grade is not steep.

4

Rhode Island, Washington County

02 :13 hrs
4.6 mi
61.514854 ft
Moderate

The Breakheart Pond Trail offers a beautiful ski through thick forest with, especially when there is fog and rain. The forest is full trees of several species, including maple, ash, birch and pine. Featured along the trail are a few old New England farm ruins. Also interesting is an old dam and fish ladder which give the pond an element of mystery. Be apprised that dogs must be kept on a leash.

5

Rhode Island, Washington County

03 :17 hrs
7.3 mi
32.004807 ft
Easy

The Vin Gormley Trail circles Watchaug Pond and offers a scenic ski through forest, wetland and rock habitats. The trail is mostly blazed yellow, but there are sections that have a blue blaze, don't let them confuse you. Features on this trail include the forest, wildlife, Watchaug Pond, Burlingame State Park and Kimball Wildlife Refuge. The forest is full of Birch, one, chestnut, cherry and oak trees. Be apprised that dogs must be kept on a leash while on the trail.

6

Rhode Island, Washington County

01 :42 hrs
4.1 mi
6.0000005 ft
Easy

The Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge features saltmarshes, freshwater wetlands, kettle ponds, maritime shrublands and forests. Before World War II the land was used for farming, but after the war (1970) it was donated to the state. This adventure features Foster Cove, Ninigret Point, wildlife and the forest. During the winter Canada geese, black ducks and diving ducks are plentiful on the pond.

7

Rhode Island, Washington County

01 :24 hrs
2.9 mi
64.72194 ft
Easy

Ben Utter Trail is in the Arcadia Wildlife Management Area. Arcadia Management Area is Rhode Island largest recreational wilderness area, with over 14,000 acres of thick forest. Some of the features on this ski include the forest, a waterfall, a small river and wildlife. The waterfall, Stepstone Falls, is a small but enchanting waterfall. Wildlife that may be seen include deer, wild-turkey, squirrel and a variety of birds. Be apprised that dogs must be kept on a leash while on the trails.

8

Rhode Island, Kent County

01 :55 hrs
4.2 mi
33.606216 ft
Easy

Wickaboxet Management Area is a pristine and natural area, thick with forest. The trail is not well known so you will likely enjoy seclusion, which adds to the allure of the hike. The forest is full of different tree species, including ash, birch, maple, pine and oak. Wildlife that you may see along the trail include deer, raccoon, small critters and birds. One of the highlights of the trail is Rattlesnake ledge. Be apprised that the area is hunted, so during hunting season you will need to dress appropriately to be safe.

9

Rhode Island, Kent County

02 :05 hrs
4.6 mi
23.124893 ft
Easy

Big River Management Area offers over 8,000 acres of beautiful wilderness area. Some of the features of this ski include deciduous, evergreen forest, wetland, wildlife and Campwell Millpond. Wildlife that may be seen include deer, fox, wild-turkey, squirrel and racoon. There are a couple of steep hills on this trail, but overall the area is fairly flat. This area is hunted so wear appropriate gear during hunting seasons.

10

Rhode Island, Washington County

00 :56 hrs
2.5 mi
53.83911 ft
Moderate

Arcadia Management Area is Rhode Island largest recreational wilderness area, with over 14,000 acres of thick forest. There are plenty of hiking opportunities to enjoy the large park. This adventure features both Upper and Upper Upper Roaring Brook, the forest and wildlife. Wildlife that may be seen include deer, wild-turkey, squirrel and a variety of birds. Be apprised that dogs must be kept on a leash while on the trails. Also, the area is hunted, so it will be important to dress appropriately during the hunting season.

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