About Fishing Pond Trail
Fishing Pond Trail is a easy hiking trail near Attleboro Falls in Bristol County, Rhode Island.. The surface is ground. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
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Fishing Pond Trail
Attleboro Falls, Rhode Island · Bristol County
Fishing Pond Trail is a easy hiking trail near Attleboro Falls in Bristol County, Rhode Island.. The surface is ground. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
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41.98965, -71.28314
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Weather at Fishing Pond Trail
Live forecast for the trailhead. Use it to pack and time your hike.
Today
Overcast
79°/55°
🌬 10mph
↑ 5:33 AM ↓ 8:10 PM
Mon
Overcast
86°/54°
💧 1%🌬 9mph
↑ 5:33 AM ↓ 8:09 PM
Tue
Overcast
81°/61°
💧 22%🌬 12mph
↑ 5:34 AM ↓ 8:08 PM
Wed
Violent Rain
75°/61°
💧 62%🌬 16mph
↑ 5:35 AM ↓ 8:07 PM
Thu
Violent Rain
62°/60°
💧 46%🌬 16mph
↑ 5:36 AM ↓ 8:06 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
What “Easy” Means
Gentle terrain, well-marked. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Difficulty is derived from OpenStreetMap’s Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) hiking scale, trail visibility, surface, distance, and elevation gain. Always verify current conditions before heading out.
What to Pack & Wear
Personalised to this trail’s length, elevation, difficulty, and the live forecast.
👔 What to Wear
- Moisture-wicking T-shirtLight color, breathable.
- Lightweight shorts or pantsQuick-dry preferred — sweat dries fast.
- Brimmed sun hatBetter than a cap for back-of-neck protection.
- Trail runnersBreathable mesh uppers.
- Rain jacket / shell62% chance of precipitation in the forecast.
🎒 What to Pack
- WaterBring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
- High-energy snacksA snack for the trail.
- Sun protectionSunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
- First-aid kitBlister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
- Offline mapDownload your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
- Dry bags for electronicsPhone, camera, and snacks should stay dry.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Trail Safety in Rhode Island
Trail conditions in Rhode Island change with weather, season, and fire activity. Closures, washouts, and rerouting are common. Before heading out:
- Check with the land manager for current conditions and closures
- Tell someone your plan and expected return time
- Know your turn-around limits — conditions can change fast
- Carry the 10 essentials: water, food, navigation, first aid, light, fire, shelter, knife, sun protection, extra clothes
References & Maps
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