Rhode Island · Hiking · Near Danielson

Moshassuck Loop

0.7 mi
loop
103 ft
climb
375 ft
high point
Loop
route
Apr, Jun–Oct
best months

Moshassuck Loop is a short, easy loop hike in Rhode Island, set within the Lime Rock Fee on land managed by a non-governmental organization. The trail is 0.74 miles long, with a total elevation gain of 103 feet and a high point of 375 feet. It is a low-key outing, with the steepest stretch coming early at about 10% grade, and the climb and descent are nearly equal. Late spring and early fall are the most comfortable times to go. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Woonsocket show May highs around 70°F and September highs around 75°F, while July peaks near 84°F and winter brings regular snow days. The loop pairs easily with other outings in the area. The Railway Trail is 0.2 miles away and Pond Loop is 0.3 miles away. Climbers can head to Whale shark boulders, about 2 miles off, and Olney Pond offers fishing roughly 2.9 miles away.

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    Normandy Farms Campground

    Campground

    Campground · 12 mi from the trail
  • Eat after

    Dunkin'

    Fast food

    On your way back · 1 mi · Open after 6
  • If it rains

    Museum of Work and Culture

    Museum

    Museum · 5.7 mi from Danielson

    History museum in Rhode Island, United States

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  • Best time to go · Apr, Jun–Oct

    Best time to visit Moshassuck Loop

    Best months: April and June–October. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      38° / 19°

      11 wet · 5 snow

    2. Feb

      40° / 21°

      10 wet · 4 snow

    3. Mar

      47° / 28°

      11 wet · 3 snow

    4. Apr

      60° / 38°

      12 wet

    5. May

      70° / 48°

      13 wet

    6. Jun

      79° / 57°

      11 wet

    7. Jul

      84° / 63°

      11 wet

    8. Aug

      82° / 62°

      10 wet

    9. Sep

      75° / 54°

      10 wet

    10. Oct

      64° / 42°

      11 wet

    11. Nov

      53° / 33°

      10 wet · 1 snow

    12. Dec

      43° / 25°

      11 wet · 3 snow

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Woonsocket, RI, 4.3 mi away at 110 ft. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

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