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Address Charlestown, RI 02813, USA Similar East Beach State Beach, Watchaug Pond, Ninigret National Wildlife R, Charlestown Town Beach, Fishermen's Memorial State Park | ||
Burlingame state park 2014
Burlingame State Park and Campground is a Rhode Island state park and recreation area located next to Watchaug Pond in the town of Charlestown. The park is adjacent to the National Audubon Society's Kimball Wildlife Sanctuary, a 29-acre (12 ha) property on the southern shore of Watchaug Pond.
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Activities and amenitiesEdit
The park features camping, picnicking, swimming, fishing, and a boat-launch ramp. Hiking trails connect the campground and the Kimball Wildlife Sanctuary. Educational programs are held at the sanctuary throughout the year.
WildlifeEdit
Mammals observed at the park include deer, rabbits, muskrat, mink, foxes, otters and weasels. Up to 80 bird species nest in the park, and many more pass through during migration season. Reptiles and amphibians include frogs, salamanders, Eastern box turtles and the non-venomous northern water snake.
CampgroundEdit
The campground's 3,100 acres (1,300 ha) include 713 campsites (including 20 cabins and one shelter), a camp store, freshwater beach, and canoe rentals.
OtherEdit
The park's northern area along the Pawcatuck River is used primarily for hunting.