Mountain Bike Report: Loop Trail Arcadia State Park South

Loop Trail Water Source

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Arcadia State Park is bisected into northern and southern sections by Route 165. The Loop Trail begins on Bates School House Road in Exeter, RI. It is accessed from a metal gate on Bates School House Road. The trail circles around and ends at the gate.
The trail consists mostly of old dirt roads and is not technical. It does offer a large hill with a challenging incline.

Loop Trail

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The loop trail circles a hill called Bald Hill. It is a short ride that would be perfect for weeknight rides when time or daylight is a deciding factor. It would be an interesting trail to time.

Loop Trail

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The footing is gravel, packed dirt and some grass. The trail winds through hardwoods, pines and a small creek. There is a bridge over the creek.

Loop Trail Bridge

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Loop Trail in southern Arcadia State Park is the challenge a rider makes it to be. It is relatively short ride that will take approximately 45 minutes and is great for beginners.