A short footpath off Route 44 leads to a large conglomerate outcrop where the Wampanoag leader Anawan surrendered to Captain Benjamin Church in August 1676, effectively ending King Philip's War. The loop around the rock takes only a few minutes and there is little developed here beyond the historical marker and path.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Dogs
Rehoboth does not require dogs to be leashed at all times, but a dog running loose in a park or other public area can be picked up by Animal Control, and a repeat offender's owner will be ordered to confine or control it.
Managed by
Rehoboth Historical Commission
WebsiteWhat's here
On site
Info kiosk
Historical marker sign at the trailhead.
Common questions
Is Anawan Rock worth the stop with young kids?
The walk is short and flat, but it's a bare historical site rather than a playground, so it works best framed as the story of the 1676 surrender rather than a place to linger.
Where do I park at Anawan Rock Historic Park?
Free lot (free).
Can I bring my dog to Anawan Rock Historic Park?
Rehoboth does not require dogs to be leashed at all times, but a dog running loose in a park or other public area can be picked up by Animal Control, and a repeat offender's owner will be ordered to confine or control it.
What rules should I know at Anawan Rock Historic Park?
The pull-off sits directly beside a state highway; park fully clear of the travel lane and watch for fast traffic on Route 44.