Living in Rhode Island, where we’re always so close to the water, is absolutely magical. These five Rhode Island lakes – which include a few ponds – are beautiful in all seasons, making them a must-visit whenever you’re in the mood for a leisurely outdoor adventure. You only have to decide which you will visit first.
- Spring Lake – Burrillville
Town of Burrillville The gorgeous sandy beach at Spring Lake is open seasonally, offering an idyllic setting for a summer day of swimming and sunbathing. You’ll find everything you need – from concession stands to an old-fashioned arcade – for a leisurely day at the beach. Read more about this gorgeous natural swimming hole in Rhode Island in our previous article. Spring Lake, Burrillville, RI, USA
- Bowdish Reservoir – Glocester
All Trails/Adam Jerscheid Bowdish Reservoir just might be the most remote lake in Rhode Island, which means you’ll find plenty of peace and quiet when you seek it out. Explore the lake by kayak or by boat. If you find all of that peace and quiet addictive, camp out overnight. Learn more about the most remote lake in Rhode Island in our previous article. Bowdish Reservoir, Glocester, RI 02814, USA
- Browning Mill Pond – Exeter
All Trails/Nadya L. Lace up your hiking shoes for a leisurely stroll along the 1.5-mile trail that leads right to the beautifully blue Browning Mill Pond. The trail’s brimming with beauty, including picturesque footbridges, but the highlight is, undoubtedly, the breathtaking pond. Check out the exhilarating hike that leads to this beautiful blue lake in Rhode Island by reading our previous article. Browning Mill Pond, Rhode Island, USA
- Wallum Lake – Burrillville
All Trails/Christina Kasierski Explore both the Rhode Island AND the Massachusetts’ sides of Wallum Lake, a beautiful body of water that draws explorers from all over. The best way to experience the lake is by kayak. Wallum Lake is also popular with hockey players and ice skaters when frozen over in the winter. Plan your adventure on this Rhode Island lake. Wallum Lake Road, Wallum Lake Rd, Burrillville, RI, USA
- Georgiaville Pond – Smithville
Google/Mike M. Although you can visit Georgiaville Pond year around, it’s particularly popular during the summer. The sandy beach leads into the clear, cool water that’s also an ideal place for boating and kayaking. Take a peek at the fun that awaits at this Rhode Island pond. Georgiaville Pond, Smithfield, RI 02917, USA
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Town of Burrillville
The gorgeous sandy beach at Spring Lake is open seasonally, offering an idyllic setting for a summer day of swimming and sunbathing. You’ll find everything you need – from concession stands to an old-fashioned arcade – for a leisurely day at the beach. Read more about this gorgeous natural swimming hole in Rhode Island in our previous article.
Spring Lake, Burrillville, RI, USA
All Trails/Adam Jerscheid
Bowdish Reservoir just might be the most remote lake in Rhode Island, which means you’ll find plenty of peace and quiet when you seek it out. Explore the lake by kayak or by boat. If you find all of that peace and quiet addictive, camp out overnight. Learn more about the most remote lake in Rhode Island in our previous article.
Bowdish Reservoir, Glocester, RI 02814, USA
All Trails/Nadya L.
Lace up your hiking shoes for a leisurely stroll along the 1.5-mile trail that leads right to the beautifully blue Browning Mill Pond. The trail’s brimming with beauty, including picturesque footbridges, but the highlight is, undoubtedly, the breathtaking pond. Check out the exhilarating hike that leads to this beautiful blue lake in Rhode Island by reading our previous article.
Browning Mill Pond, Rhode Island, USA
All Trails/Christina Kasierski
Explore both the Rhode Island AND the Massachusetts’ sides of Wallum Lake, a beautiful body of water that draws explorers from all over. The best way to experience the lake is by kayak. Wallum Lake is also popular with hockey players and ice skaters when frozen over in the winter. Plan your adventure on this Rhode Island lake.
Wallum Lake Road, Wallum Lake Rd, Burrillville, RI, USA
Google/Mike M.
Although you can visit Georgiaville Pond year around, it’s particularly popular during the summer. The sandy beach leads into the clear, cool water that’s also an ideal place for boating and kayaking. Take a peek at the fun that awaits at this Rhode Island pond.
Georgiaville Pond, Smithfield, RI 02917, USA
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