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Rhode Island is the smallest state in the country, but you’re never far from a good ride. Paved paths follow Narragansett Bay and the old mill rivers of the Blackstone Valley, an old railroad line crosses the state from Cranston to Coventry, and the rocky woods hold some surprisingly tough singletrack.
We’ve grouped the trails below into three regions: Providence and the Blackstone Valley, the East Bay and Newport, and the West Bay and South County. Each card lists the trail’s surface, length and type, with a link to the map, directions and the official trail page, so you can pick a ride that fits your bike and your legs.
Rhode Island Bike Trails Map
All 10 Rhode Island Bike Trails at a Glance
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| Trail | Region | Counties | Length (mi) | Surface | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackstone River Bikeway | Providence & the Blackstone Valley | Providence County | 11.6 | Asphalt, Boardwalk | Greenway |
| Woonasquatucket River Greenway | Providence & the Blackstone Valley | Providence County | 5 | Asphalt | Greenway |
| Lincoln Woods State Park | Providence & the Blackstone Valley | Providence County | 10 | Dirt, Rock | Mountain Bike |
| Diamond Hill State Park | Providence & the Blackstone Valley | Providence County | 9 | Dirt, Rock | Mountain Bike |
| East Bay Bike Path | East Bay & Newport | Providence & Bristol Counties | 14.3 | Asphalt, Boardwalk | Rail-Trail |
| Ocean Drive (Newport) | East Bay & Newport | Newport County | 10 | Asphalt | Scenic Road |
| Washington Secondary Bike Path | West Bay & South County | Providence & Kent Counties | 19.2 | Asphalt | Rail-Trail |
| William C. O'Neill Bike Path | West Bay & South County | Washington County | 7.2 | Asphalt | Rail-Trail |
| Big River Management Area | West Bay & South County | Kent County | 35 | Dirt, Sand | Mountain Bike |
| Burlingame State Park | West Bay & South County | Washington County | 17 | Dirt, Rock, Roots | Mountain Bike |
Providence & the Blackstone Valley
A canal-towpath ride past the old mills of the Blackstone Valley, a river greenway through Providence neighborhoods and two rocky state parks for mountain biking. 4 trails.
Blackstone River Bikeway
The Blackstone River Bikeway follows the Blackstone River and the towpath of the old Blackstone Canal through Lincoln and Cumberland up to Woonsocket, with 11.6 miles of off-road path. Including its on-street links, the route runs 18.2 miles from India Point Park in Providence.
It’s a ride through the birthplace of America’s Industrial Revolution, past historic mills, dams and waterfalls, with a 540-foot boardwalk over the Lonsdale marsh and the Ashton Viaduct overhead. The on-street sections through Pawtucket and Central Falls are best left to experienced riders.
Trail facts
- Asphalt, Boardwalk
- 11.6 miles off-road (18.2 total)
- Greenway
- Providence County
- Cycling
Woonasquatucket River Greenway
The Fred Lippitt Woonasquatucket River Greenway runs about 5 miles from Providence Place Mall west along the Woonasquatucket River through Olneyville to Lyman Avenue in Johnston.
About 3.6 miles are off-road path, through Donigan Park, past the old Rising Sun Mills and along river ponds near Johnston, with a footbridge to Merino Park. The rest uses bike lanes and quiet streets, so take care on the busier city sections.
Trail facts
- Asphalt
- About 5 miles
- Greenway
- Providence County
- Cycling
Lincoln Woods State Park
Lincoln Woods State Park, just north of Providence, has about 10 miles of trails packed with rock features, flowing singletrack and short, steep descents.
Rhode Island NEMBA maintains two main trails marked with green and yellow arrows, while dirt roads around the pond give an easier option. Many side trails aren’t mapped, so the best sections can be hard to find on a first visit.
Trail facts
- Dirt, Rock
- About 10 miles of trails
- Mountain Bike
- Providence County
- Mountain biking
Diamond Hill State Park
Diamond Hill in Cumberland has some of the hilliest riding in Rhode Island, with a loop of about 9 miles and roughly 1,400 feet of climbing and descending.
It leans toward cross-country riding but adds jumps, drops and plenty of rocks, and NEMBA maintains the trails. There’s a pump track across the road from the parking lot.
Trail facts
- Dirt, Rock
- About 9-mile loop
- Mountain Bike
- Providence County
- Mountain biking
East Bay & Newport
One of New England’s most scenic rail-trails along Narragansett Bay and a ride past Newport’s Gilded Age mansions and rocky coastline. 2 trails.
East Bay Bike Path
The East Bay Bike Path is a 14.3-mile paved rail-trail from India Point Park in Providence along Narragansett Bay through East Providence, Barrington and Warren to Bristol.
It’s one of the most scenic bike paths in New England, with bay views, salt marshes, the Pomham Rocks Lighthouse and an optional loop through Colt State Park near the Bristol end. At its northern end it connects to the Blackstone River Bikeway.
Trail facts
- Asphalt, Boardwalk
- 14.3 miles
- Rail-Trail
- Providence & Bristol Counties
- Cycling
Ocean Drive (Newport)
Newport’s Ocean Drive, often called the Ten Mile Drive, is a classic road ride of about 10 miles along the rocky Atlantic coastline, with Bellevue Avenue’s Gilded Age mansions close by.
It’s a shared road, not a bike path, so ride with traffic, but it’s one of the most beautiful rides in the state, passing Brenton Point State Park, where you can park free, and the Goose Neck salt marsh. Bike Newport even closes it to cars for a few hours each year during Elliot’s Ride for Everyone.
Trail facts
- Asphalt
- About 10-mile loop
- Scenic Road
- Newport County
- Cycling
West Bay & South County
The state’s longest rail-trail, a shaded path to the South County beaches and two big woods networks for mountain bikers. 4 trails.
Washington Secondary Bike Path
The Washington Secondary Bike Path is Rhode Island’s longest rail-trail, running 19.2 miles on the old Hartford, Providence and Fishkill Railroad from Cranston through Warwick, West Warwick and Coventry.
It’s shaded and mostly flat, with bridges over the Pawtuxet River, fern-covered rock cuts and views of the Flat River Reservoir. The western end, known locally as the Trestle Trail, becomes unpaved toward the Connecticut line.
Trail facts
- Asphalt
- 19.2 miles
- Rail-Trail
- Providence & Kent Counties
- Cycling
William C. O'Neill Bike Path
The William C. O’Neill Bike Path, also called the South County Bike Path, is a 7.2-mile paved rail-trail from the Amtrak station in Kingston through Peace Dale and Wakefield toward Narragansett.
It’s mostly wooded and shaded, passing wetlands near the Great Swamp Wildlife Management Area and Tri-Pond Park. You can take the train to Kingston with your bike and ride toward the South County beaches.
Trail facts
- Asphalt
- 7.2 miles
- Rail-Trail
- Washington County
- Cycling
Big River Management Area
Big River Management Area in West Greenwich is Rhode Island’s biggest mountain bike network, with 35-plus miles of sandy dirt roads and singletrack just west of Warwick.
The trails are well maintained and suit riders from beginners to advanced, with some skinnies and technical bits. The network is easy to get lost in, so bring a GPS or ride with someone who knows it.
Trail facts
- Dirt, Sand
- 35+ miles of trails
- Mountain Bike
- Kent County
- Mountain biking
Burlingame State Park
Burlingame State Park in Charlestown has a main singletrack loop of about 17 miles near Watchaug Pond, with doubletrack extensions if you want more.
Advanced riders will find technical sections and drops, and the park’s campground makes it easy to turn a ride into a weekend. Bring bug spray in summer.
Trail facts
- Dirt, Rock, Roots
- About 17-mile loop
- Mountain Bike
- Washington County
- Mountain biking
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