Enjoy A Scenic Drive Along Rhode Island's 5 Most Beautiful Backroads
By Beth Price-Williams|Published May 10, 2022
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
A leisurely drive along one of the most beautiful roads in Rhode Island just might be the perfect way to spend a few hours, especially on a lovely weather day. Fortunately, we have quite a few roads that were made for just sitting back and drinking in the spellbinding scenery. You might want to carve out some time to stop and explore along the way, too. If you’re looking for the perfect day trip in Rhode Island, you’ve just found a few.
Tallying just 44 miles, Route 102 promises an abundance of natural beauty and history. If you've got a few hours free, drive along this beautiful road that passes such darling towns as North Smithfield, Glocester, Foster, and Wickford Village, where it ends. Discover all that awaits along Route 102 in a previous article.
Journey more than 45 miles from Newport to Woonsocket pn Route 114. The scenic drive passes through Warren, Barrington, and Bristol. If you've got the time, stop in one of the adorable towns like Bristol, which is home to Colt State Park, shops, and restaurants. Take a peek at why Bristol is the
coolest town in Rhode Island in a previous article.
Considered one of America's most underrated drives, Snake Den Drive clocks in at 14 miles. It may be short, but every mile is packed with beautiful scenery. The journey will take you from Snake Den State Park to Branch Village or vice-versa. Along the way, you'll pass Dame Farm and Orchard, where you can pick your own flowers during the warmer months. Read more about Snake Den Drive in a previous article.
Perhaps the most famous drive in all of Rhode Island, Ocean Drive - also known as Ten Mile Drive - boasts a ton of beauty. You'll pass Newport's mansions and Brenton Point State Park. Discover why Ocean Drive is one of America's most beautiful roads in a previous article.
Another short but sweet drive, Route 77 meanders just 14 miles and will take you from Tiverton to Little Compton. Both adorable towns are perfect for stopping for a bite to eat or a bit of shopping. You might also want to stop at Sakonnet Vineyard. Get a glimpse of the beauty that awaits on Route 77 in Rhode Island in a previous article.
What do you think are the most beautiful roads in Rhode Island? Let us know in the comments! Then ask yourself how brave are you? Brave enough to drive down the most haunted road in Rhode Island?
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