Casimir Pulaski Memorial Recreation Area

 

 

              Located within the 4000 acre George Washington Management Area, the 100 acre Pulaski Memorial Recreation Area is a "day use" facility offering users a multitude of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. From the first class trout fishing in the spring, to enjoying a picnic, a short hike, or a cool swim in the 13 acre Peck Pond in the summer, to cross-country skiing on the 10 miles of groomed trails into the adjacent George Washington Management area in the winter, Pulaski provides year round enjoyment for all ages.

Location:   Pulaski Road , Glocester , RI 02814

Mailing Address:

George Washington Management Area Headquarters
2185 Putnam Pike
Chepachet , RI    02814-1705

Phone Numbers: 

Recreation Area Headquarters [401]568-2085

Directions from Providence:     Take Interstate Rt. 6 West, to Route 295 North, to State Route 44 West. Follow 44 West approximately 15.4 miles and turn right onto Pulaski Road .                                                                                           The Recreation Area entrance is .8 miles ahead.

Fees: No entrance fee

Operational Times:
Open year round – Sunrise to Sunset  

Size: 100 acres [approximately]

Reservations:
Reservations are required for use of the Pavilion. Reservations are accepted on a first come, first served basis, beginning in mid-April. [Call for specific date]. Cost - $35/day.
Reservations are not needed for use of the picnic tables or fireplaces. However, a Special Use Permit is required for any group of 10 to 75 persons for all uses of the recreation area other than use of the Pavilion. Special Use Permits are available on a first come, first served basis beginning January 1st for the upcoming year. There is no cost for a Special Use Permit. For Permit applications call the George Washington Management Area Headquarters at [401]568-2013.
 
 
Facilities & Activities:
Bathrooms, pit toilets, ballfields, picnic area, pavilion, hiking trails, 4 loop cross country ski trails, hiking, fishing, & swimming.
 
Other Information:
Florescent orange requirements apply for all users during hunting season.
The cross-country ski program depends on snow conditions; trails close at 3:30 p.m. Call for conditions.
Life guards may not be available at all times.
The use of boats or any flotation devices in Peck Pond is strictly prohibited.

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