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Trustom Pond National Wildlife Refuge

Woodland paths, open fields, and coastal pond overlooks in South Kingstown.

Washington County Grid FN41ej

POTA GPS coordinates

41.3834, -71.5846

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Bright sunlight reflects across Trustom Pond beyond a quiet shoreline.
Photo: Ashley Spratt/USFWSPublic Domain (USFWS media record)
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Map

US-0517 mapped area
The highlighted mapped area is the local map geometry for Trustom Pond National Wildlife Refuge. A dashed line marks another reference when it uses the same mapped source features. Text details and source links follow the map.

Wildlife refuge · U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Plan your visit

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POTA GPS coordinates

41.3834, -71.5846

  • Parking
  • Restrooms
Orange in some areas

State-managed hunting areas: second Saturday in September through the last day of February, and third Saturday in April through May 31.

Field 1 is managed with DEM as part of South Shore Management Area and follows state orange rules. Ordinary refuge trails have no general orange requirement; special deer hunts close the refuge to other visitors.

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Hours & seasons
Trails are open sunrise to sunset, except during posted closures. The contact station opens when volunteers are available.
Getting there & parking
Use the refuge entrance at 1040 Matunuck Schoolhouse Road in South Kingstown.
Pets
Pets are not allowed; service animals are welcome.
Accessibility
Restrooms, the contact station, and most trails are wheelchair accessible. Otter Point and Farm Pond platforms are barrier free; Osprey Point has stairs.

Before setting up

  • The refuge closes to other activities during its limited deer hunting sessions; check the current hunt page before visiting.
  • Stay on designated trails. There are no picnic areas or campsites, and fires are prohibited.

Park details can change. Check the park website and posted signs before you go.

Map facts

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Mapped area
Map source
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service National Wildlife Refuge System Boundaries
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