Modern Day Usage
Within the last 10 years, funds have been set aside for a rails to trails conversion. As of 12-03-05 most parts of the train right of way has been converted
Cranston (Washington Secondary/ Cranston Greenway)
Paved from Garfield ave (Northern Terminus of West Bay Greenway/Bikepath, as this right of way merges on Amtrak right of way not far up the path)to Ponatic Ave (Warwick Town line)
Warwick (Warwick Greenway)
Paved from Ponatic Ave (Cranston City line) to West Warwick town line (RI 33-Tollgate Road/Providence Street)
West Warwick (West Warwick Greenway)
Paved from Warwick town line to Coventry town line. Intersects with riverpoint park and walk, plus a real caboose
Coventry (Coventry Greenway)
Unpaved from WW town line to Station street (appox 2 miles)
Paved from Station to Coventry Center (Suburban Propane, Approx 5 miles, Southern Terminus of West Bay Greenway/ Bikepath)
Coventry (Trestle trail)
Unpaved trail from Coventry Center to CT. State line, currently being planned by RIDOT
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