The Fred Lippitt Woonasquatucket River Greenway runs along the west bank of the Woonasquatucket River from Allepp Street in Providence to Lyman Ave in Johnson. It’s a great option near Rhode Island College, and up to 4.4 miles one-way. The first mile is on-road, starting near Providence at the I-95/Highway 6 highway tangle. Overall, about half the route is on an off-road trail and half is on road. There are some nice water views in sections.
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- Up to 4.4 miles (7 km) one-way
- 101 feet (30m) east to west one-way
- Providence End: Providence Pl./Kinsley Ave., just west of Waterplace Park; West End: Lyman Ave.
- See trail map for access points and parking
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