Biking in Rhode Island

Rhode Island is a great place to bike. Whether you are a serious cyclist commuting to work or just doing some weekend pedaling with the family, Rhode Island has miles and miles of scenic bike paths to ride and explore.

Over the years, Senator Reed has helped secure millions of dollars to improve Rhode Island's bike trails and make them more accessible to all.

Bike paths are a great place for kids to ride away from traffic and a great resource for joggers and walkers to enjoy too.

To learn more about biking in Rhode Island, please see the Guide to Cycling in the Ocean State. Produced by the RI Department of Transportation, this site features links to the state's bike paths and bike safety information.

The Rhode Island Tourism Division also offers a helpful list of scenic places to bike:

Blackstone Valley & Northern Rhode Island:

Blackstone River Bikeway

Completed six-mile section of proposed seventeen mile path through the John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor between Providence and Worcester, MA. Paralleling the river, and industrial revolution canal tow path, the trail affords spectacular views of New England foliage in the autumn. Accessible off Front St., to Manville Rd. in Lincoln. Additional segments leading south to Pawtucket and north to Woonsocket are in design stages.

Ten Mile River Greenway

One mile of trail is open in Pawtucket's Slater Memorial Park. An additional 1.5 mile segment from Slater Park to the Kimberly Ann Rock Athletic Fields in East Providence is substantially complete.

East Bay:

Colt State Park

Picturesque three-mile drive around shoreline of former Colt family estate on east side of Narragansett Bay. Playing fields and picnic areas. Salt water fishing permitted.

East Bay Bike Path

Experience some of the diverse natural beauty that the Ocean State has to offer. A scenic 14.5-mile path traversing the communities of Providence, East Providence, Warren, Bristol, & Barrington. The path provides spectacular waterfront views, access to several state parks, coastal marshes & ponds. A 10' wide, asphalt-paved path. Suitable for bikers, walkers and in-line skaters.

Greater Providence:

Coventry Greenway

2.7 miles is open from Station Street to Coventry Center following an abandoned rail corridor.

Goddard State Park

Seven miles of woodland trails in the heart of Warwick. Also featuring open and forested areas, bridle trails, golf, and a saltwater beach.

Washington Secondary Bike Path

The Washington Secondary Bike Path extends from the Cranston Parkade (near Lowes) off Garfield Ave. in Cranston to Whitford St. in Coventry.

Woonasquatucket River Bikeway

Bike lanes and route signs guide cyclists traveling from the Providence Place Mall via Promenade St. to Donigian Park on Valley St. in Providence.

South County:

William C. O'Neill Bike Path

A 5.6 mile paved course beginning at the historic Kingston Train Station, skirting the Great Swamp and the scenic Ministerial Road areas and leading to Peace Dale and Wakefield ending at Route 108. Suitable for bikers, walkers and in-line skaters. Beautiful photography opportunities. Crosses historic Main Street in Wakefield.

Wilson Park Bikeway

A 1.5 mile loop circling the seventy-five-acre Wilson Park in Colonial Wickford. The path offers picnic spots, hidden coves, waterviews, and nearby shopping for antiques and boutiques. Suitable for bikers, walkers and rollerbladers. Full handicap accessiblility.

Warwick & West Bay:

Warwick and Cranston Bike Paths

7 miles completed of a proposed 25-mile bikeway that will eventually stretch from Providence to the Connecticut/Rhode Island border following an abandoned rail corridor.

Other roadways suitable for biking:

Bellevue Avenue and Ocean Drive

Cycle past world-famous mansions and continue onto the curvy Ocean Drive that hugs the Atlantic Ocean. Distance about fifteen miles. (Newport)

Block Island

With its spectacular scenery, winding roads, and invigorating breezes, the whole island is ideal for cycling.

Conanicut Island

Cycle over and across the rolling landscape of this Narragansett Bay island. Abundant scenic marsh coves and harbor views. Distance about twenty miles. (Jamestown)

Greenville Area

Cycle in and around this quaint village in the heart of Rhode Island's apple country. Distance about twenty miles. (Smithfield)

Tiverton and Little Compton

Rhode Island's southeastern most corner. Distance about twenty-five to thirty-five miles of quiet routes through peaceful towns.

Rhode Island Department of Transportation Bicycle Program: (401) 222-4203