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Summary: Though short, this little hike is a great "get-in-touch-with nature" break from a busy day. It features several small brook crossings, wear your gortex shoes/boots. It is doubtful that they may be there mid-summer, though. Birds abound and there is evidence along the trail of skunks, raccoons and deer. The trail passes through hardwood and pine woodlands. The flora is beautiful. The trail is unmarked and appears to be relatively abandoned. Beyond the fork in the trail, a yellow marked trail joins and crosses the one your on. After the short joining, at the next trail intersection, leave the yellow trail and continue straight on an old dried up stream bed. Look off the trail to find old granite stone cutting sites among the piles of boulders and small ledges. Bring your bathing suit, the trail ends on the shore of Watchaug Pond. There is a small sandy area there to welcome swimmers. There is also a stone fire ring if you'd like to cook out. Very tranquil. Trailhead: Off of Route 1 in Charlestown, RI, take the King's Factory Road exit. At approximately 3.10 mile go straight onto Shumunkanuc Hill Road. 1.15 miles later, the trailhead is on your left. It is unmarked, but there is room to park 2-3 cars. The site is bordered by several large bolders to block entry of vehicles onto the trail. At this time, there is also a large pile of pine cuttings blocking the view of the trailhead. (Lat:41.4088 Lon:-71.6912) Trail Guides for Shumunkanuc Road: Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Bikes, Horses, Ranger Contact: Burlingame Management Area Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Tracey R Bewlay Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by kac on 9/6/2003 i loved it it was a great experenice and a beautiful spot for a joy hike !!! i would definetly go again!!! Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Rhode Island Hiking, Rhode Island Trails, Rhode Island Hikes, Washington County Hiking, Washington County Trails, Washington County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
