1-6 Hours
Blackstone River Greenway and Bikeway
Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park
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.
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.
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BikingAnimalsArchitecture and BuildingDamsEngineeringGeologyImmigrationIndustryFactoriesMillsLaborer and WorkerLabor MovementNatural SoundsRiver and RiparianScenic ViewsScience, Technology and InnovationTrailsTransportationBridgesCanalsRoads, Routes and HighwaysTrains and RailroadsWaterfallsWatersheds
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Duration
1-6 Hours
Duration Details
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.
Fees Apply
No
Seasons
Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day
Accessibility
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.
Pets
Yes
Reservations
No
Age Info
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.
Location
1075 Lower River Road, Lincoln, RI 02865