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Flat & Fast Running Trails in Rhode Island

Rhode Island has 11 trails with flat, fast terrain in this directory, across 9 cities and towns — North Kingstown, Tiverton, Barrington, Narragansett and 5 more. Gentle grades for tempo efforts, goal-pace long runs and steady miles.

Labels come from each trail's own listing, its website and runners' reviews. Conditions change with the weather and the season, and gates and lights follow the park's own hours, so check a recent review before you drive out.

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Black Point Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 878 reviews

Narragansett, RI

Natural surfaceScenic

Scenic hiking destination along a rocky coastline with the remains of a historical stone building.

John H. Chafee Rome Point Preserve

4.7 ★★★★★ 423 reviews

North Kingstown, RI

Natural surfaceScenicDog-friendly

Scenic nature preserve known for its rocky beaches, varied trails & wildlife viewing.

Ryan Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 411 reviews

North Kingstown, RI

LoopNatural surfaceScenicDog-friendly

Park featuring a waterfall, multiple bridges and scenic trails, plus playgrounds.

Fort Barton and Ft. Barton Woods

4.7 ★★★★★ 368 reviews

Tiverton, RI

3.5 miLoopMixedScenic

Hiking trails, bridges, hills, creeks, streams and an observation tower in a peaceful nature area with a fort and 2nd-story lookout.

Cliff Walk – South End

4.8 ★★★★★ 278 reviews

Newport, RI

MixedScenicDog-friendly

Hiking area featuring ocean views and mansions, plus a teahouse.

Ten Mile River Preservation Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 232 reviews

Pawtucket, RI

PavedScenicDog-friendly

Scenic, paved trail for walking and biking routes through Slater Park and the woods.

Tillinghast Pond Management Area

4.7 ★★★★★ 132 reviews

West Greenwich, RI

13 miLoopScenicDog-friendly

Natural area offering 6 interconnected hiking trails, totaling 13 miles, around a pristine pond.

Audubon Emilie Ruecker Wildlife Refuge

4.7 ★★★★★ 99 reviews

Tiverton, RI

MixedScenicDog-friendly

Marsh-lined nature preserve showcasing birds and wildlife via a trail system.

Esmond Park Conservation Area

4.5 ★★★★★ 80 reviews

Smithfield, RI

ScenicDog-friendly

Park, featuring a short trail with a bridge and a waterfall, plus tables.

Doug Rayner Wildlife Refuge

4.7 ★★★★★ 28 reviews

Barrington, RI

ScenicDog-friendly

Alewife Brook Preserve

4.7 ★★★★★ 7 reviews

South Kingstown, RI

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