Do you ever just want to escape from the noise of everyday life? Sometimes a beautiful oasis is hiding close by, and we don’t realize it. A Rhode Island nature preserve sits not far from the hustle and bustle of big city life with Providence just 15 minutes away. However, it offers all of the tranquility of the middle of nowhere, and the best way to embrace that quiet is on this picturesque trail in Rhode Island.
Lime Rock Nature Preserve, formally Aust Family Preserve at Lime Rock, in Lincoln promises the quiet of nature and beautiful natural scenery.
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When you first arrive at the 130-acre nature preserve, you’ll find a tiny parking lot that fits just three cars with six spaces available along Wilbur Road.
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Tallying 1.8 miles, the Lime Rock Nature Preserve Trail scores an easy rating and usually takes under an hour to complete, depending on how fast you walk.
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Bring your pup (as long as he’s leashed) on this dog-friendly trail that only allows hikers. Bikes and horses are not permitted in the nature preserve.
All Trails/Julie Correia Keep an eye out as you hike. You never know what little surprises - like an adorable fairy house - you’ll stumble upon along the way.
While you can hike this picturesque path in all seasons, it’s particularly remarkable during the warmer months when you’re surrounded by all shades of emerald and…
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Pretty patches of wildflowers. It’s also picture-perfect blanketed in snow and during the colorful days of autumn.
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The trail leads past a pond, which offers an ideal opportunity to sit back and soak up the scenery.
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Keep an eye out for poison ivy, and stay on the well-marked trail that’s home to a variety of wildlife, including turkeys.
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Learn more on the Lime Rock Nature Preserve website.
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Have you hiked this emerald forest trail in Rhode Island? What did you think? Share your experience in the comments! Next time you need a bit of a pick-me-up, make your way to the happiest town in Rhode Island.
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Keep an eye out as you hike. You never know what little surprises - like an adorable fairy house - you’ll stumble upon along the way.
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Address: Lime Rock Nature Preserve, 96 Wilbur Rd, Lincoln, RI 02865, USA
