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Parks, gardens, and outdoor admissions. 6 sources, linked on each listing.
Newport · Cliff Walk · Memorial Boulevard at Easton's Beach to Bellevue Avenue · Parks & Outdoors
Cliff Walk is free and open to the public, sunrise to sunset. A section between Narragansett Avenue and Webster Street is detoured. Metered parking is $2/hour May 1�Oct 31 and free Nov 1�April 30.
When: Daily, sunrise to sunset
Listed on Discover NewportLast verified:
Bristol · Colt State Park · Colt State Park, Bristol, RI · Parks & Outdoors
Visit Rhode Island�s free-activities page names Colt State Park for scenic water views, walks, bike rides, and picnics.
When: Park grounds open for walks, bikes, and picnics
Listed on Visit Rhode IslandLast verified:
Lincoln · Lincoln Woods State Park · 2 Manchester Print Works Rd, Lincoln, RI 02865 · Parks & Outdoors
America�s State Parks guide: admission to Lincoln Woods is free. Hiking, fishing, picnicking, and Olney Pond access; no overnight camping.
When: Open year-round
Listed on America's State ParksLast verified:
Warwick · Goddard Memorial State Park · 1095 Ives Road, Warwick, RI 02818 · Parks & Outdoors
RI State Parks: there are no fees to access beaches within state parks. Warwick�s park page says entrance fees are no longer charged at Rhode Island state parks. Pavilion rentals still cost during the reservation season.
When: Year-round park access; lifeguards seasonal when staffed
Listed on Rhode Island State ParksLast verified:
Newport · Ocean Drive · Ocean Drive, Newport · Parks & Outdoors
Discover Newport�s free-things list includes the about 10-mile Ocean Drive coastline route starting off Bellevue Avenue.
When: Public roadway, open for scenic driving and walking
Listed on Discover NewportLast verified:
Warwick · Rhode Island State Parks beaches · State beaches including Goddard and other RI DEM beaches · Parks & Outdoors
Guide citing RI park rules: all state parks are free to enter year-round. After October 1, beach parking is free. In-season beach parking is charged.
When: October 1�March 31
Listed on America's State ParksLast verified:
Providence · Rhode Island State House · 82 Smith Street, Providence, RI · Parks & Outdoors
Free one-hour guided tours and self-guided access to the library and building.
When: Mon–Fri (closed holidays); tours 10 AM & 1 PM
Listed on GoProvidenceLast verified:
Providence · Roger Williams Park · 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI · Parks & Outdoors
Historic park with gardens, trails, Japanese Garden, and grounds free to enter. Zoo, Botanical Center, and Museum have separate admission (with free resident days).
When: Park open daily
Listed on GoProvidenceLast verified:
Providence · Roger Williams Park · 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence · Parks & Outdoors
Providence Journal free-things guide lists Roger Williams Park among parks that do not charge an entrance fee. Zoo, carousel, and botanical tickets are separate.
When: Open year-round
Listed on The Providence JournalLast verified:
Providence · WaterFire Providence · Providence River / WaterPlace Park · Parks & Outdoors
Stroll along the walkways and take in the basin lighting event free of charge.
When: Event evenings
Listed on GoProvidenceLast verified: