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India Point Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,255 Google reviews · Running trail in Providence, Rhode Island · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- 1.5 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from India Point 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.
Rolling hills, soccer fields & water views in this small green space accessible by pedestrian walk.
What runners say about India Point Park
“Beautiful and peaceful park to go for a nice walk along the waterfront and there is also a really great playground and exercise court for the kids with a jungle gym!”
“A good amount for kids of all ages, including a nice structure/area for the under 5 crowd.”
We enjoyed the fireworks 💥 on 7/3/2022 at this park. There were live band/music, food trucks and most importantly, the people and the positive vibes. There are no permanent restrooms at this park. There is extensive roadside parking along India Street adjacent to the park.
Beautiful park, wonderful space, multi uses. There are quiet spots under trees with benches, relaxing spots where you can put a blanket down and have a little picnic and watch the boats and birds on the water.
Very pleasant park with lots of shade for those hot days. Popular with family groups and fishers. Parking is limited, but it's easily accessible from Fox Point neighborhood. Kids' play area is small but super cool.
This park is on the bay, where the Providence and Seekonk rivers meet, and located in the Fox Point neighborhood of Providence. It was established in 1680 as the first port in Providence; it was a major transportation hub for material goods and passengers.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful and peaceful park to go for a nice walk along the waterfront and there is also a really great playground and exercise court for the kids with a jungle gym!”
“I love this park, beautiful views, great parking , plus an awesome late night stop on date night .”
“Before the playground or soccer, there was good old fashioned rolling down the hills, dog watching and plenty of space for jogging or laying in the grass.”
“Parking is limited, but it's easily accessible from Fox Point neighborhood.”
“There is a ton of green space, a lot of paved paths plus entrance to the east bay bike path is nice.”
“The lighted, paved & stone dust walking paths along the water adds to the beauty.”
Plan your run at India Point Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- Distance1.5 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websiteexploreri.org
- Phone+1 401-680-7201
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–9 pm |
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