This post will concentrate on kayaking or canoeing Wood River from Arcadia Management Area on route 165 in Exeter to Barberville Dam. This area has a class 1 and class 11 stream rating according to Rhode Island Division of Parks and Recreation.
River
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Parking is available at the Deer Check station located on route 165. Restroom facilities are located there also. A second vehicle can be parked at The Wood Pawtucket Watershed Association located 203 B Arcadia Road, Hope Valley RI 02832.
This trip may take 3 hours, depending on how busy it is and how high the river is.
From the Deer Check Station the river winds through Arcadia Management Area. From route 165 the river runs parallel to Summit Road and Blitzkrieg Trail. Here the river is narrower and runs slightly shallower and faster than it dos near the Barberville Dam.
The river begins to open at Frying Pan Pond. Here some houses are spread along the banks. On sunny days snapping turtles can be seen in the shallows and dry areas sunning themselves. Otters have been spotted occasionally too. This part of the river is home to trout, bass, sunfish and pickerel. Wood Turtles have been spotted along the banks.
Great Blue Heron
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The pond ends at the dam with The Wood-Pawtucket Watershed Association on the right. There is a dock in front and a place to take-out. There is also a parking lot and portable restroom facilities.
Fishing on River
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The Wood River winds through amazing scenery and is home to many animals and plants. It can be a fun outdoor activity for the whole family.
For up to date river reports and conditions visit wpa.org
*Please note that 1 life vest is required for each person.
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