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Sandy Acres Recreation Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · Running trail in Coventry, Rhode Island · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Sandy Acres Recreation Area'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.
What runners say about Sandy Acres Recreation Area
“The trail has a lovely water's edge - allowing for picturesque photo opportunities.”
“A peaceful place to walk your dog or explore nature with little trails to guide you.”
A peaceful place to walk your dog or explore nature with little trails to guide you. The trail has a lovely water's edge - allowing for picturesque photo opportunities. Definitely a nice place to walk and enjoy the fresh air.
Very nice walking area, good for all kinds of skill levels. We even took our pups !
Much bigger than it looks from the road. Nice for a casual walk, not too long, clear path, and easy footing.
Amazing conservation area with beautiful hiking trails. Right on the river and has easy access to the Coventry bike path.
Trail conditions & character
“A peaceful place to walk your dog or explore nature with little trails to guide you.”
“The trail has a lovely water's edge - allowing for picturesque photo opportunities.”
“A peaceful place to walk your dog or explore nature with little trails to guide you.”
“The beginning has a very nice wooden boardwalk but it does not go throughout a majority of the preservation.”
Plan your run at Sandy Acres Recreation Area
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- 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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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