The signature run in Providence, popular with pedestrians and cyclists alike. Starting at India Point Park in Providence, the paved trail follows the Providence River for 14.5 miles to Bristol. Great water views much of the way.
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A quite pleasant run along the Providence River in downtown Providence, mostly off-road. The 5 mile loop includes Memorial Park, Fox Point, India Point, George Redman Linear Park, and Waybaussett Neck.
A running tour of the College Hill Historic District, which includes the attractive campus of Brown University. Hilly, tree-lined streets attractive 18th and 19th century homes.
Elaborately landscaped 427-acre park and historic district is one of the loveliest urban parks in the United States. Our 3.1 mile loop runs past the Temple to Music, and The Roger Williams Botanical Gardens. Good 2-mile add-on as well.
With a dedicated bicycle lane, the Boulevard is a Providence landmark. Visitors enjoy the Boulevard’s beautiful trees, shrubs, and grass.
A route through the Pleasant Valley neighborhood, starting at the Rhode Island State Capitol. Nice parkways, 18th Century homes.
Mix & match the ~5 miles along Ocean Ave. -- one of the most spectacular 'drives' in the country -- with famous Bellevue Ave., & the Newport Waterfront. Or, do the full Newport running experience of nearly 12 miles!
A nice spot for a standalone run: the loop on mainly waterfront paths and a tour of the fort is 2.5 miles. Great views! For longer, combine with a jaunt over to Castle Hill, or as part of our Newport Grand Tour.
This route is famously known as a public access walk that combines the natural beauty of the Newport shoreline with the architectural history of Newport’s gilded age.
