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At the time of writing, Yawgoo Valley was the only ski area
we could find in Rhode Island. Reports state that at one
time there were five. However, this state – the
smallest state in the Union, being approx. 38 miles wide x 47
miles long – has so much else to offer.
With approx. 400 miles of coastline, much of the focus is on
water sports. Narragansett Bay is the place where most
of it happens. Sailing is very popular, as well as fishing,
cruising, kayaking and seal watching. Waterfront dining
is available just about everywhere as well as interesting historic
areas worth exploring. Newport, Rhode Island
has hosted the elite America’s Cup races and you can still
experience the excitement aboard a 12-metre yacht. Aptly
nicknamed ‘the Ocean State’ Rhode Island’s
official name is ‘State of Rhode Island and Providence
Plantations.’
The first permanent settlement of white people in Rhode Island
was founded in 1636 by Roger Williams on land acquired from the
Narragansett Indians. It became known for its trading
by sea and farming and Providence and Newport became among the
busiest New World ports. The state has plenty of historic
landmarks, including the beautiful mansions on the clifftop in
Newport which were at one time the summer homes of wealthy New
Yorkers and industrialists.
Many New Englanders learn to ski at Yawgoo Valley and it is
well set up for learning with a ski school and rental shop.
Web site: www.visitrhodeisland.com
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Ski Resorts in Rhode Island, USA
Yawgoo Valley Ski Area
Located in Exeter, Rhode Island, Yawgoo Valley also offers a
snow tubing park and terrain park with a half pipe (helmets mandatory). Night
skiing is available. There is a full service lodge at the
base and restaurant. There is not a whole lot of challenge
for advanced skiers, but it is a great place to find some downhill
action, or just flex the ski muscles in preparation for
hitting the big slopes. It is a great place for
beginners and a family-friendly area for all. Web site: www.yawgoo.com
Yawgoo Valley Mountain Information
Summit elevation: 315 feet
Bottom elevation: 70 feet
Vertical rise: 245 feet
Runs: 12
Lifts: 4
Skiable acres: 38 acres
Longest run: 2200 feet
Skier levels: 50% beginner, 30% intermediate, 20% advanced |
