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Colt State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 4,894 Google reviews · Running trail in Bristol, Rhode Island · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
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- Shape
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- Shade
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- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Colt State Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Park's 464 acres offers panoramic Bay views, groomed lawns, trails, picnic tables & a museum.
What runners say about Colt State Park
“The park's well-maintained walking and biking trails are perfect for those looking to enjoy a leisurely stroll or an invigorating ride while soaking in stunning waterfront views.”
“Colt State Park in Bristol, Rhode Island, offers a picturesque escape with its sprawling 464 acres of manicured lawns, gardens, and scenic pathways.”
“Being off season it was very quiet, even saw multiple deer grazing in the field areas.”
11.13.21 Took our bikes on this trail and explored the park as well as the East Bay Bike Path. What's not to love about this State Park? It was free, ample parking spots for this in cars, lots to do with families, on dates, or solo. People were biking, walking, sitting in the sun. Very quiet and clean area.
This historic park on the West Bay of Rhode Island is beautiful and very large. I found the whole place very clean. The beaches along the whole park are beautiful rocks, restrooms, picnic tables, fire bits, lots of woods to pee and poop in I will be coming back to this place in the future and bring my kids.
Colt State Park in Bristol, Rhode Island, offers a picturesque escape with its sprawling 464 acres of manicured lawns, gardens, and scenic pathways. Nestled along the shores of Narragansett Bay, this park provides an ideal setting for a variety of outdoor activities and relaxation.
We visited Colt State Park on 7/3/2022. It was the Independence Day eve and it was fully packed with people out in son for picnic and get together. A beautiful summer day in the park which is nicely located at ocean / water front - who doesn’t want to be there.
Trail conditions & character
“Colt State Park in Bristol, Rhode Island, offers a picturesque escape with its sprawling 464 acres of manicured lawns, gardens, and scenic pathways.”
“Being off season it was very quiet, even saw multiple deer grazing in the field areas.”
Plan your run at Colt State Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Websiteriparks.ri.gov
- Phone(401) 253-7482
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–3 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–3 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–3 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–3 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–3 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–3 PM |
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