1. Cliff Walk, Newport

Alltrails v/ Pascal weber Stroll as long as you like on this popular path in Newport. The full trail runs seven miles, but even a shorter outing rewards hikers with some outstanding seashore views. Cliff Walk, Newport, RI 02840, USA

Allow time to take in the waterfront!

Alltrails / Niki Harpin Cliff walk, new

  1. Rome Point Trail

Alltrails / Cherry Pickering This trail will take you past wildflowers and along a waterfront that has oyster beds. You’ll find it near Saunderstown. Rome Point Trail Head, 1413-1419 Boston Neck Rd, Saunderstown, RI 02874, USA

  1. Lincoln Woods Trail

Alltrails / Kim Carignan This lakefront trail is near Lincoln and it provides a tranquil and shaded hiking experience that’s good for all ages. Allow a little extra time to explore the park’s rocks and ruins! Lincoln Woods Trail, Lincoln, NH, USA

  1. East Bay Bike Path

Alltrails / Steve C This pleasant path in Providence traces the waterfront. It’s a tranquil trail – just be careful at road crossings. East Bay Bike Path, E Bay Bike Path, East Providence, RI, USA

  1. Stepstone Falls

Alltrails / Aaron Rouby Take in the beauty of a waterfall on this trail near West Greenwich, Rhode Island. The falls are near a parking area – extend the hike to enjoy the park’s woodland tranquility. Stepstone Falls, West Greenwich, RI 02817, USA

While these hikes are all appropriate for families, during parts of the year some of the trails can get a little muddy or icy. Be sure to dress for the weather! Once you’ve explored these Rhode Island family friendly trails, here are some more easy Rhode Island hikes to put on your bucket list.

Alltrails v/ Pascal weber

Stroll as long as you like on this popular path in Newport. The full trail runs seven miles, but even a shorter outing rewards hikers with some outstanding seashore views.

Cliff Walk, Newport, RI 02840, USA

Alltrails / Niki Harpin

Cliff walk, new

Alltrails / Cherry Pickering

This trail will take you past wildflowers and along a waterfront that has oyster beds. You’ll find it near Saunderstown.

Rome Point Trail Head, 1413-1419 Boston Neck Rd, Saunderstown, RI 02874, USA

Alltrails / Kim Carignan

This lakefront trail is near Lincoln and it provides a tranquil and shaded hiking experience that’s good for all ages. Allow a little extra time to explore the park’s rocks and ruins!

Lincoln Woods Trail, Lincoln, NH, USA

Alltrails / Steve C

This pleasant path in Providence traces the waterfront. It’s a tranquil trail – just be careful at road crossings.

East Bay Bike Path, E Bay Bike Path, East Providence, RI, USA

Alltrails / Aaron Rouby

Take in the beauty of a waterfall on this trail near West Greenwich, Rhode Island. The falls are near a parking area – extend the hike to enjoy the park’s woodland tranquility.

Stepstone Falls, West Greenwich, RI 02817, USA

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