If you’re looking for a big dose of Rhode Island nature, but don’t want to go too far, this quaint little train in Coventry is for you. At only .01 miles long, it is the shortest and sweetest trail in Rhode Island

The itty-bitty trail is located on The Audobon Society of Rhode Island’s 28-acre Waterman Pond property. It’s only one-tenth of a mile long!

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It is a single, straight trail that leads to tranquil Sisson Pond that is teeming with wildlife.

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This tiny trail is a great place to practice your animal tracking skills. Do you know who made these?

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Birdwatching is a favorite passtime on Rhode Island’s shortest trail. It is the Audubon Society after all.

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The American Black Duck is a regular visitor to the pond.

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You might even catch site of this Chestnut-Sided Warbler.

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Look closely as you walk along the Waterman Pond trail for the majestic Owl hiding in plain sight.

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The wetlands on the refuge support beaver, mink, and ducks, among other wildlife. Look at what a beaver did to this tree!

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The tranquil pond awaits at the end of Rhode Island shortest hike.

Audubon Society of Rhode Island The trail can get muddy at times and is rated moderate, for older children and adults.

To find this tiny trailhead, take exit 5B off 95 and take Route 102 north. Turn left on Waterman Hill Road and follow it until ends at Plainfield Pike Road. There you will see a small parking lot and sign for the trail. Have you ever checked out the shortest hiking trail in Rhode Island?

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The trail can get muddy at times and is rated moderate, for older children and adults.

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