Tillinghast Pond Trails
Posted By auntie on May 4, 2015
6.2 miles; west greenwich, ri
i originally intended to do the longest hike possible on this property by hiking all the perimeter trails, including wickaboxet. unfortunately, i was overdressed, because it was a very hot day in the still-leafless woods. also, i had a full 2-liter platypus which i quickly determined would not be enough water. so i ended up aborting the long version and just did coney brook, flintlock and pond trails. next time!
bluets
the bluets (Houstonia caerulea) are blooming in west greenwich, anyway. these beauties are also known as “quaker ladies.” i think i like that name better.
magnolia
the magnolia tree at the old ellis farm homestead is also in bloom. it’s pretty spectacular.
and here is coney brook in full voice. it was really loud and energetic today.
you can find tillinghast pond in the hikefinder. trailhead, auntie’s trail map.
Very nice video of the brook!
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