Rhode Island – Washington Secondary Bike Path

October 10, 2020

The Washington Secondary Bike Path is Rhode Islands longest rail-trail at just over 19 miles. The trail follows the former Hartford, Providence and Fishkill Railroad. We got on the trail in West Warwick and rode the 11 miles to Coventry and back.

This is pretty typical of this trail. Smooth asphalt in most areas and fenced on both sides.
Views of Pawtuxet River near West Warwick.

The Pawtuxet River was viewed from the beautiful bridges along the trail. While the trail did not follow the river it was never too far away.

Remnants of railroad track near Coventry.

As we rode on an uphill grade toward Coventry the area became much more rural. There was an equestrian trail adjacent to the bike path, sometimes above, other times below.

View of river through the trees.
Campground along the river.
Stopped at a church craft sale along the trail.

Oh, I forgot to mention the wind. There was wind, about 18 mph. Much of the trail was protected which made our ride much more pleasant. We returned to the motorhome for some lunch and then decided to investigate the trail east of West Warwick.

New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad caboose
Mill building in West Warwick
Bridge over Pawtuxet River east of West Warwick.
Kayakers on the river east of West Warwick.

We rode another ten miles before returning to the motorhome for our trailhead showers. Plan to ride again tomorrow as Hurricane Delta will be bringing a couple days of rain our way.