George Washington Management Area
2185 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, RI 02814
4,000 acres · 12 miles of trails
George Washington Management Area in Chepachet encompasses 4,000 acres with Bowdish Reservoir and Walkabout Trail for leashed dogs. Shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans are on site. Trails can be muddy after rain.
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- Park
- George Washington Management Area
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Chepachet, Rhode Island
- Coordinates
- 41.9525, -71.7569
- Size
- 4,000 acres
- Trail miles
- 12
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.6 / 5 (620 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.6 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- June 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 4,000 acres of room
- · 12 miles of trail
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Dog policy
4,000-acre forest preserve with Bowdish Reservoir + Walkabout Trail. Leashed dogs on trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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