Bristol County, Rhode Island
269 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 21 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Bristol County, Rhode Island
Bristol County is home to 269 mapped hiking trails and 0 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 21 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Bristol County
Up to 200 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Bristol County
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Sample Trails in Bristol County
Curated Guides for Bristol County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Bristol County, Rhode Island?
Yes — we have 269 mapped hiking and walking trails in Bristol County, Rhode Island, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Bristol County, Rhode Island?
Bittersweet Trail near Barrington is rated hard — the toughest classification among Bristol County, Rhode Island's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Bristol County, Rhode Island for families?
3 Mile River Dam Trail near North Dighton is one of the best family picks in Bristol County, Rhode Island — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Bristol County, Rhode Island?
Each of the 269 trails in Bristol County, Rhode Island has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Bristol County, Rhode Island?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in Bristol County, Rhode Island yet.
Can I go camping in Bristol County, Rhode Island?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Bristol County, Rhode Island right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Bristol County, Rhode Island?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Rhode Island for more options beyond Bristol County, Rhode Island.
Hiking guides for Rhode Island
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Bristol County.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Rhode Island, Ranked
Rhode Island's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: David MarcuRhode Island's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Rhode Island trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Rhode Island
Ten gentle, well-marked Rhode Island trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Rhode Island
Federal parks and recreation areas in Rhode Island ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Rhode Island: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Rhode Island's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.