Near Escoheag Trail Loop
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Near Escoheag Trail Loop
Jack poses for a photo.
Near Escoheag Trail Loop
Jack is looking on the trail ahead among the alder and pine.
Near Escoheag Trail Loop
Pausing at a classic hut

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Escoheag Trail Loop

4.7 (3 Ratings)
An energetic hike with a nice mix of scenery including a hike along a stream.
5.5
mi
Distance
588
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
River/CreekViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
5.49mi
Distance
588ft
Elevation Gain
588ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
426ft
High Point
161ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
If you like creeks and streams, this is a perfect hike. This hike has a few of climbs and descents. It begins on a hill and descends as a meander to a rocky and swampy landscape. The climb back up passes through a managed timber harvest, so the hilltop opens up. The next descent is a turn onto the North South Trail: Segment 3 - Exeter, West Greenwich, Coventry and leads through a lovely pine forest. The path leads to a limited access road where a few trail options present themselves. The option taken is along the stream for a couple miles. The hemlocks are pretty mature, and the rock formation are incredibly nice. The river hike comes arrives at another road that is usually accessible to the public. The hike then loops back by taking the upper trail (almost) ridge trail. Nice views through the trunks of mature oaks.

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