Blackstone River Bikeway, National Recreation Trail in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, United States.
The Blackstone River Bikeway is a recreational path that stretches roughly 48 miles from Worcester, Massachusetts to Providence, Rhode Island. The route combines paved and unpaved sections with multiple entry points, parking areas, restrooms, and picnic spots spread throughout.
The path follows the Blackstone River, which powered dozens of mills in the 1700s and 1800s and made this region one of America's primary manufacturing centers. This industrial boom shaped the towns and landscape that visitors see today.
The communities along the route honor the region's industrial past through markers and local gatherings that celebrate this heritage. Residents and visitors alike use the path as a connection point between old mill towns that shaped American manufacturing.
The bikeway has multiple entry and exit points spread across its length, so you can start and stop wherever works for your schedule. Parking areas and restroom facilities are distributed regularly, making it easy to plan a visit that fits your needs.
An elevated boardwalk crosses through the Lonsdale marsh, letting you observe wetland habitats without stepping into sensitive areas. This raised walkway gives close-up views of an ecosystem that would otherwise be difficult to see.
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