When was the last time you allowed yourself to get lost in nature? As Rhode Island’s state parks and hiking trails start to open back up, it’s time to plan your next outdoor adventure. And the Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge in Smithfield happens to have a mile-long trail that feels like walking through a fairytale.

Powder Mill Ledges is a 100 acre refuge filled with deep woodlands and interesting rock formations.
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If you're looking for a peaceful escape from reality, look no further.
This property is a hub for nature walks, special programs, and events.
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It's a beautiful place for bird watching, wildlife viewing, and an abundance of wildflowers.
The trail takes you through plenty of quiet forestland and over a couple of fairytale foot bridges.
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This may be a short hike, but you'll feel like you're entering another world.

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Powder Mill Ledges is open all year, and there's really no bad time to go -- in fact, you'll probably see people snowshoeing here in the winter.
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But it's also a fantastic hike in the spring, summer and fall.
If you're a fan of bird watching, you'll love this refuge.
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North America has over 650 species of breeding birds. And while you certainly won't find them all here, this place really is a mecca for them.
May is the peak month for the spring bird migration, so spring is the perfect season to hike this magical trail.
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You never know what you'll see.
Powder Mill Ledges is an underrated gem and a nature lover's paradise.
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Visit when you need to get lost in the woods, if only for an afternoon.

Have you visited the Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge? This is the headquarters of the Audubon Society of Rhode Island, and it’s definitely worth seeing.

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Audubon Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, 12 Sanderson Rd, Greenville, RI 02828, USA