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DuVal Trail Head
4.8 ★★★★★ 57 Google reviews · Running trail in South Kingstown, Rhode Island · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from DuVal Trail Head's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Well-maintained network of trails winding through lush forests and coastal terrain.
What runners say about DuVal Trail Head
“Great trails well maintained.”
“This trail is beautiful with the wild mountain laurel in bloom, as well as it's more colorful but smaller sheep laurel cousin.”
“Trails are well-marked and you can make it a short, quick hike or a long meander.”
“When you want a nice peaceful walk in nature, then you have found the right place.”
Great, dog-friendly system of trails in the Wakefield area with at least 3 hours worth of hiking. Has a decent bit of elevation change (at least for being in RI) probably due to the glacial activity that took place in the area thousands of years ago.
Nice little hike through coastal forest consisting of oak and quite a few pines. Old stone walls a couple of ponds. Slight hills but wide trails with maps at every intersection.
This trail is beautiful with the wild mountain laurel in bloom, as well as it's more colorful but smaller sheep laurel cousin. Trails are well marked and maintained, dog friendly. On a glacial moraine to make it more interesting.
Great trail to go on. If you continue to the "scenic view" it almost feels like youre getting lost in the woods. There is so many other little side trails aswell so be careful some lead to peoples back yards!
Trail conditions & character
“The trees on this part of the trail struck me as being exceptionally tall, and the loop at the end goes right up along a pond and up into the hills overlooking it.”
“Has a decent bit of elevation change (at least for being in RI) probably due to the glacial activity that took place in the area thousands of years ago.”
“Trails are well-marked and you can make it a short, quick hike or a long meander.”
“Great, dog-friendly system of trails in the Wakefield area with at least 3 hours worth of hiking.”
“When you want a nice peaceful walk in nature, then you have found the right place.”
Plan your run at DuVal Trail Head
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websitesklt.org
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–10 pm |
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