Haines Memorial State Park

Haines Memorial State Park is a waterfront area in East Providence featuring sports fields, picnic zones, and direct access to Narragansett Bay. The grounds include two baseball fields, equipped picnic sites, and a boat launch for water recreation.

The site was acquired in 1911 by the Rhode Island Metropolitan Park Commission from Ida Haines for one dollar, honoring her brother Dr. George B. Haines. In the 1930s the Civilian Conservation Corps constructed fireplaces and reshaped the beach to improve conditions for swimmers.

The park incorporates the East Bay Bike Path, transformed from former train tracks, connecting local communities through recreational activities and transportation alternatives.

The park is open during daylight hours with parking available and easy access to picnic areas and sports fields for visitors of any skill level. The boat ramp provides straightforward water access, and you can explore the grounds on foot without difficulty.

The East Bay Bike Path runs through the park along the former route of an old railroad line, now serving cyclists and walkers. This transformed route creates a green corridor linking nearby communities together.

Location: Rhode Island

Inception: 1911

Website: https://riparks.com/Locations/LocationHaines.html

GPS coordinates: 41.75250,-71.33970

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:25