Rhode Island is a gorgeous state with so many lovely sites to take in. Though traffic leaves something to be desired, there are a few routes that still offer lovely scenic rides. The next time you want to explore the best of Rhode Island by car, check out these five routes.

  1. Route 1A through South County

Flickr/Doug Kerr Scenic Route 1A is as picturesque as can be. Enjoy some of the most beautiful sites in Rhode Island from beaches and boardwalks, to harbors, and more.

  1. Putnam Pike through Northern Rhode Island

Flickr/Rick Payette Enjoy the beautiful historic farms, lovely forests, and other attractions along Putnam Pike, also known as Route 44, in northern Rhode Island.

  1. Ocean Drive in Newport

Trip Advisor/Megn2414 Ocean Drive in Newport is a stunning quick drive to take while exploring Aquidneck Island. It offers sweeping views of Narragansett Bay, and so much more.

  1. Route 102 starting in Wickford

Flickr/Doug Kerr Route 102 is a 44 mile stretch of State Highway beginning in the historic village of Wickford and ending in the western part of the state. As one of the longer stretches of road in state, this route passes through beautiful recreation areas and sprawling forests.

  1. Route 112 through Charlestown

Flickr/Doug Kerr This State Highway runs through the center of the wonderful town of Charlestown and passes through beautiful parks, and recreational areas.

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Flickr/Doug Kerr

Scenic Route 1A is as picturesque as can be. Enjoy some of the most beautiful sites in Rhode Island from beaches and boardwalks, to harbors, and more.

Flickr/Rick Payette

Enjoy the beautiful historic farms, lovely forests, and other attractions along Putnam Pike, also known as Route 44, in northern Rhode Island.

Trip Advisor/Megn2414

Ocean Drive in Newport is a stunning quick drive to take while exploring Aquidneck Island. It offers sweeping views of Narragansett Bay, and so much more.

Route 102 is a 44 mile stretch of State Highway beginning in the historic village of Wickford and ending in the western part of the state. As one of the longer stretches of road in state, this route passes through beautiful recreation areas and sprawling forests.

This State Highway runs through the center of the wonderful town of Charlestown and passes through beautiful parks, and recreational areas.

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