NATURE: RHODE ISLAND

Rhode Island

For those who have a day off and want to spend it surrounded by natural sights, sounds, and smells in Rhode Island (we're not talking about Providence), here are some public wildlife refuges and parks. More areas are listed under Camping and Beaches. State parks are open from sunrise to sunset. State parks without beaches charge no admission fee. Leashed pets are allowed in day-use parks. No alcoholic beverages or open fires are allowed in state facilities. Permits required for charcoal fires in day-use parks. Toilets are generally available. For more information, write to the Dept. of Environmental Management, Division of Parks and Recreation, 2321 Hartford Ave., Johnston, RI 02919, or call (401) 222-2632. Note: the hours, facilities, visible wildlife, and any other information in these listings is valid through Labor Day only. Also, many of these places have the right to exclude large groups (generally, 25 or more) that show up without reservations.

Blithewold Gardens and Arboretum

Block Island National Wildlife Refuge

Brenton Point State Park

Colt State Park

Fort Adams State Park

Goddard State Park

Great Swamp Monument

Kimball Wildlife Refuge

Lincoln Woods State Park

Mohegan Bluffs and Southeast Lighthouse

Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge

Norman Bird Sanctuary and Museum