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Jerimoth Hill State Recreation Area

A short woodland walk leads to the rocky summit of Rhode Island’s highest point.

Providence County Grid FN41cu

POTA GPS coordinates

41.8512, -71.7786

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Sunlight falls across the rock outcrop at the wooded summit of Jerimoth Hill.
Jerimoth Hill SummitPhoto: Fredlyfish4CC BY-SA 3.0
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Plan your visit

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POTA GPS coordinates

41.8512, -71.7786

Seasonal orange required

Second Saturday in September through the last day of February, and third Saturday in April through the last day of May.

State forest land falls within the seasonal management-area orange rule even though hunting is not permitted on the summit parcel. Wear at least 200 square inches of solid daylight fluorescent orange above the waist, visible from all directions; 500 square inches during shotgun deer season.

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Hours & seasons
Sunrise to sunset for day use; follow posted gate hours.

Before setting up

  • Short woodland walk from Route 101 to the high point; bring a compact portable station.

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

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