Fort Barton and Ft. Barton Woods — Attraction in Tiverton

Knowing it's only a volunteer force that maintains the trails I just would like to say I wish more people volunteered. Some of the trails were a little overgrown the last time my boyfriend and I took a trek through (earlier today). I would also just like to say that the people that visit the trail could have more respect for the nature preserve they have the fortune to get to explore. "Take only pictures, leave only footprints" says the trail map and it should be easy to adhere to this principle. Dog friendly and well marked the trails should remain garbage free. And so should the surrounding area. Throwing trash off the marked trails does not equal packing it out with...

It was a nice fall. Hike. Was not too buggy and the terrain kept us going due to some nice flat surfaces along with the the hills and also going down. There were many well-made steps for the climbing and the trails were very well locked. We took the red trail which was a nice loop. Dog also loves to go hiking and he did very well with this route as well. The trails themselves were not too wide so you had to pull off and other people came by with other dogs but everything was manageable. Have been there a few times in the past and I think the fall is the best time to go. There was also a great observation tower which gives you some nice...

Well maintained trails and a spectacular view from the observation tower - make this historic place a stop on your next trip to Tiverton. The only drawback: The trails can be quite muddy (there is marshland, after all). I visited during a drought and they were still wet in places. Additionally, wear bug repellent and bring the bottle with just in case you need to reapply. Some parts of the trail are steep so children and folks with mobility issues may not be able to...