# Blackstone River Bikeway Winter Towpath Stroll & Historic Canal Loop > Place to go for families in the Providence–Warwick area (RI / MA). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Blackstone River Bikeway (Kelly House Trailhead), 1075 Lower River Rd, Lincoln, RI 02865 - Ages: All ages (Paved, flat greenway path perfect for strollers, scooters, and family walks) - Price: Free public access and free trailhead parking - Organizer: Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park & RI DEM - Official page: https://riparks.ri.gov/parks/blackstone-river-bikeway - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/providence/activities/blackstone-river-bikeway-winter-towpath-stroll-and-historic-canal-loop--listing-97cdcb0838b73ec1e4700b1f ## About The Blackstone River Bikeway follows the historic industrial riverway where the American Industrial Revolution began. The paved Lincoln-to-Cumberland section, beginning at the historic Captain Wilbur Kelly House, is one of the most scenic stretches in the state. Flanked on one side by the Blackstone River and on the other by the frozen remnants of the historic 1828 Blackstone Canal, this flat, paved 11-mile path is ideal for winter family walks. Along the route, families cross restored historic iron and wooden bridges, observe winter ducks, geese, and blue herons resting in open waters, and view intact stone canal locks and historic mill architecture. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Entire bikeway path is asphalt-paved, completely flat, and motor-vehicle free, making it exceptionally easy for all strollers and wagons. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Rest benches placed along the canal path and picnic tables near the Kelly House trailhead; seasonal portable restrooms available at major trailheads. • Age Suitability: All ages; kids can walk, ride balance bikes, or ride in strollers with plenty of historic sights and bridges to keep interest high. • Sensory Tips: Peaceful, rhythmic rushing river sounds, quiet canal reflections, and crisp winter woodland air away from motor traffic. ## Similar picks in Providence - [Slater Memorial Park Winter Daggett Farm & Ten Mile River Trail](https://grassyknees.com/providence/activities/slater-memorial-park-winter-daggett-farm-and-ten-mile-river-trail--listing-1155b038d9729ae41a43b2cd) — Open on its own schedule · Slater Memorial Park, Pawtucket · All ages · Free · checked Nov 5. 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