Fort Barton
Fort Barton
Tiverton, Rhode Island
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Phone:401-625-6700
Web Site: http://www.tiverton.ri.gov/recreation/recreation.html
Revolutionary War redoubt. It was the troop staging area for the invasion of Aquidneck Island and Newport and the eventual Battle of Rhode Island. Observation tower and three miles of nature walks. Excellent wild plant walk. Trail guides available at the Town Hall, which is across the street from the site.
Services / Features / Restrictions: Free Admission, Attraction, Cultural, Historic Fort, Of Interest to Children, Wildlife Refuge, Newport County, Bird Watching Trail, Hiking Trail, Wildlife Viewing
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