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Salter Grove Memorial Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 497 Google reviews · Running trail in Warwick, Rhode Island · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Natural surface
Distance
Not reported
Shape
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Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Salter Grove Memorial 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.

Natural surfaceScenicRestroomsTrailhead parking

Riverfront park with benches, a breakwater, a boat launch, a small playground & picturesque views.

What runners say about Salter Grove Memorial Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (497 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 3 mentions

“It has a parking lot, playground, picnic tables, trails, and is well maintained.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 13 mentions

“Following the pathway south will take you to Rock Island, where you can find some cool graffiti and beautiful views of the bay.”

One of the more interesting parks I’ve been to in RI, Salter Grove is a great place to explore. Near the parking lot, there is a playground for kids, a sign commemorating the Gaspee Affair (an obscure but fascinating piece of US history), and a short trail through the woods and towards the shore.

★★★★★ — Ben , Nov 2024

Beautiful area to take a walk, go fishing, have a picnic, take photos or just enjoy the day. There’s a large, free parking area next to a little park. If you take the rock trail on the left (in the parking lot) but to the right of the water it will take you towards the huge rock wall/jetty. 🌊☀️😎✌🏼

★★★★★ — Marissa , May 2021

This is a nice park right on the ocean. They have a jetty that you can walk out on top enjoy the views and the ocean breeze. There is a porta potty and a parking lot too.

★★★★☆ — Sharon , Aug 2022

Great place to take a walk on the jetty and see some wildlife. We often see herons, cormorants, and swans here. Beautiful views of the bay.

★★★★★ — Patrick , Oct 2023

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 22 mentions

“Following the pathway south will take you to Rock Island, where you can find some cool graffiti and beautiful views of the bay.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 8 mentions

“It has a parking lot, playground, picnic tables, trails, and is well maintained.”

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🌲 Natural surface / singletrack 2 mentions

“There is a great climbing structure for kids and lots of fun places to explore, including a rocky path that brings you out into the water.”

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🚻 Restrooms 2 mentions

“There is a porta potty and a parking lot too.”

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Plan your run at Salter Grove Memorial Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
  • 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 trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
  • Websitefriendsofsaltergrove.org
  • Phone+1 401-667-6200
  • Social Facebook

Hours

Monday 9 am–5 pm
Tuesday 9 am–5 pm
Wednesday 9 am–5 pm
Thursday 9 am–5 pm
Friday 9 am–5 pm
Saturday 9 am–5 pm
Sunday 9 am–5 pm

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Salter Grove Memorial Park

Warwick, Rhode Island

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.