Last updated: October 4, 2024
Thing to Do
Blackstone River Greenway and Bikeway
NPS
The Blackstone River Bikeway is a beautiful way to explore the Blackstone Valley, whether by bike or on foot and offers something for everyone to enjoy. With over 24 miles already constructed, the vision is for it to extend 48 miles from downtown Worcester, MA, to India Point Park in Providence, RI. When completed, the Blackstone River Bikeway will serve as an alternate mode of transportation for commuters as well as the region’s premier recreational resource, connecting New England’s second and third largest cities.
The Bikeway takes you through the heart of Valley. Peddle past historic mills, workers housing, the Blackstone Canal, the Providence and Worcester Railroad, and of course the Blackstone River itself.
A 10-mile contiguous section of the bikepath, running from Woonsocket, RI to Valley Falls, RI is the easiest to access and provides the most options. A great starting point, is the Kelly House Museum of transporation. From there you can ride south for 4 miles or north for 6 miles.
To learn more about the Bikeway and to view a map visit the Blackstone Heritage Corridor's website by clicking here.
The Bikeway takes you through the heart of Valley. Peddle past historic mills, workers housing, the Blackstone Canal, the Providence and Worcester Railroad, and of course the Blackstone River itself.
A 10-mile contiguous section of the bikepath, running from Woonsocket, RI to Valley Falls, RI is the easiest to access and provides the most options. A great starting point, is the Kelly House Museum of transporation. From there you can ride south for 4 miles or north for 6 miles.
To learn more about the Bikeway and to view a map visit the Blackstone Heritage Corridor's website by clicking here.
Details
Duration
1-6 Hours
This section of the bikeway is about 10 miles long. It is a paved bikepath and is relatively flat for most of it's length. Take into account how fast you bike in order to determine how long it will take you to complete this section of the bikepath. Time for completion will increase as more sections of the bikepath are completed.
Activity
Biking
Age(s)
Individuals should be able to bike or walk along the path. Visitors should be in good health and able to bike or walk, and should bring plenty of water, wear comfortable clothes, and should not attempt in poor weather conditions.
Pets Allowed
Yes
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
1075 Lower River Road, Lincoln, RI 02865
One of the easiest places to start on the bikepath is at the Blackstone River State Park. Follow Lower River Road until it ends. Turn right and cross the bridge that goes over the Blackstone Canal. Turn left and park underneath the large bridge in front of you (Ashton Viaduct). The bikepath is located just behind the Kelly House Museum of Transportation.
Reservations
No
Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Although the bikeway is open all year around, the bikepath is not cleared of snow in the winter. Bikers should use caution when on the bikepath during the winter months as ice or snow could be covering the path.
Time of Day
Day
Accessibility Information
The bikeway is a paved surface, relatively flat and could easily be traveled in a wheelchair. Sections of the path have become worn and are bumpy. Riders or walkers should use caution when arriving at these sections of the bikeway.