Frosty Hollow Shelter Camping Area
Open through December 31, 2026. Reservations must be made at least 1 day ahead of arrival and can be booked up to 12 months in advance. 2027 reservations for RI State Campgrounds are currently on hold until further notice.
Air Quality Alert issued June 12 at 2:48AM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management has issued an Air Quality Alert Day for Ground Level Ozone, from 11 AM this morning to 11 PM EDT this evening. An Air Quality Alert day means that Ground Level Ozone concentrations within the region may approach or exceed unhealthy standards. For additional information, please visit the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management website at: https://dem.ri.gov/
Heat Advisory issued June 12 at 2:44AM EDT until June 12 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 96. * WHERE...Portions of central, eastern, northeastern, and southeastern Massachusetts and northern Rhode Island. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
About
Frosty Hollow Shelter Camping Area is a primitive backpack camping destination nestled within Rhode Island's largest management area. The Arcadia Management Area spans over 14,000 acres of mixed hardwoods, evergreens, and fields, offering an immersive wilderness experience just minutes from Route 95 and the Connecticut border. This single-site camping area accommodates up to 30 people and is designed for tent camping only. The site features a fire pit ring for campfires, a drop toilet, and a nearby pavilion with picnic tables. As a primitive camping location, campers should come prepared with their own water and supplies. The campground provides direct access to an extensive network of multiuse trails suitable for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing. Nearby Frosty Hollow and Breakheart Ponds offer opportunities for fishing and wildlife viewing. Access requires a short 1/3-mile walk from the gated entrance on Escoheag Hill Road. Parking is available along the road but there is no official parking lot, and the gate must not be blocked. Reservations must be made at least one day in advance through the Rhode Island State Parks reservation system.
Directions
From Route 95 South, take exit 14A to RI-102S, turn right onto Route 165 E to Escoheag Hill Road. Parking available along Escoheag Hill Road next to the access gate. The site is approximately 1/3 mile behind the gated access.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 19ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (401) 539-1052 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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