Burlingame State Park
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Burlingame State Park and Campground is a Rhode Island state park and recreation area. The 3100 acres (4.8 sq mi) area is located next to Watchaug Pond
in Charlestown, Rhode Island
next to the National Audubon Society
's Kimball Wildlife Sanctuary, a 29 acres (11.7 ha) property located on the southern shore of Watchaug Pond. Hiking trails lead from the campground to the sanctuary. In addition to the campground the park features swimming, fishing and a boat-launch ramp. The area along the Pawcatuck River
is primarily used for hunting.
. Throughout the year, educational programs are held at the sanctuary for birders, families and individuals who want to learn more about the natural world.
in Charlestown. It features 700 campsites, 11 rustic cabins, a camp store, a freshwater beach and canoe rentals. Two pets are permitted per campsite, with restrictions. Burlingame State Park is a carry in/carry out facility; to control the spread of nonnative pests and diseases, the import or export of firewood is strongly discouraged.
Watchaug pond
Watchaug pond is a kettle pond located at the southern tip of Rhode Island, in the town of Charlestown. It is surrounded by nature trails and is near the Audubon Society's Kimball Wildlife Refuge. The pond is within of public land. To access the public cement boat ramp at this pond, follow...
in Charlestown, Rhode Island
Charlestown, Rhode Island
Charlestown is a town in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States. The population was 7,827 at the 2010 census.-History:Charlestown is named after King Charles II, and was incorporated in 1738. The area was formerly part of the town of Westerly...
next to the National Audubon Society
National Audubon Society
The National Audubon Society is an American non-profit environmental organization dedicated to conservation. Incorporated in 1905, Audubon is one of the oldest of such organizations in the world and uses science, education and grassroots advocacy to advance its conservation mission...
's Kimball Wildlife Sanctuary, a 29 acres (11.7 ha) property located on the southern shore of Watchaug Pond. Hiking trails lead from the campground to the sanctuary. In addition to the campground the park features swimming, fishing and a boat-launch ramp. The area along the Pawcatuck River
Pawcatuck River
The Pawcatuck River is a river in the U.S. states of Rhode Island and Connecticut flowing approximately . There are eight dams along the river's length. The former USS Pawcatuck was named after the river.-History:...
is primarily used for hunting.
Wildlife
Mammals observed at the park include deer, rabbits, muskrat, mink, foxes, otters and weasels. Up to 80 bird species nest in the park, and many more pass through during migration season. Reptiles and amphibians include frogs, salamanders, Eastern box turtles and the non-venomous northern water snakeNorthern Water Snake
The Northern water snake is a large, nonvenomous, well-known snake in the Colubridae family that is native to North America.-Behavior:...
. Throughout the year, educational programs are held at the sanctuary for birders, families and individuals who want to learn more about the natural world.
Campground
The campground (and park) entrance is off US 1U.S. Route 1 in Rhode Island
In the U.S. state of Rhode Island, U.S. Route 1 is a major north–south state highway through Providence. Staying close to the Atlantic Ocean and Narragansett Bay, it is a longer route than Interstate 95, and many portions are a four-lane divided highway....
in Charlestown. It features 700 campsites, 11 rustic cabins, a camp store, a freshwater beach and canoe rentals. Two pets are permitted per campsite, with restrictions. Burlingame State Park is a carry in/carry out facility; to control the spread of nonnative pests and diseases, the import or export of firewood is strongly discouraged.