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East Providence is a city of about 47,000 people in Rhode Island, set on the east bank of the Seekonk and Providence rivers directly across from Providence. Once part of Massachusetts, it became part of Rhode Island in 1862, and it grew around waterfront industry, oil terminals and seaside resorts. Many residents trace their roots to Portugal, the Azores and Cape Verde, and Portuguese festivals and bakeries are part of local life.
The city's best-known landmark is the Crescent Park Looff Carousel in the Riverside neighborhood, a hand-carved 1895 carousel that survives from a famous amusement park. The East Bay Bike Path begins here and runs along the shore of Narragansett Bay toward Bristol.
Waterfront parks such as Bold Point Park, Sabin Point Park and Squantum Woods State Park offer views of the Providence skyline and the bay, and Rose Larisa Park has a small beach. Downtown Providence, Brown University and the shops of Federal Hill are just across the bridges.
A hand-carved carousel built in 1895 by Charles I. D. Looff, with more than 60 figures, a band organ and a dazzling ring of lights and mirrors. It is a National Historic Landmark and the last survivor of the Crescent Park amusement park. Rides are inexpensive; it runs seasonally, so check the schedule.
A paved rail trail that starts near the East Providence waterfront and runs about 14 miles along Narragansett Bay through Barrington and Warren to Bristol, with marsh and water views most of the way. It is flat and easy for families. Bike rentals are available in Providence and Bristol.
A waterfront park on the Seekonk River with lawns, a riverside path, a boat launch and close-up views of the Providence skyline and the historic India Point area across the water. It also hosts outdoor concerts in summer. Come at sunset, when the skyline lights up across the river.
A small park in the Riverside neighborhood on the Providence River, with a playground, picnic areas, a fishing pier and views of the Pomham Rocks Lighthouse just offshore. It is a pleasant spot to watch boats and the sunset. Parking is free, and it gets busy on summer weekend evenings.
A paved walking and biking path that follows the Ten Mile River through wooded parkland in the northern part of East Providence, passing ponds and old mill sites. It is popular with dog walkers and families. Combine it with a visit to Hunt's Mill, and wear bug spray on warm summer evenings.
A small wooded state park on the shore of the Providence River with picnic tables, grills, short trails and rocky waterfront for fishing and watching the boats. It is quieter than the city parks and a good stop on a ride along the bike path, which passes nearby. Facilities are basic, so bring what you need.
A city park in Riverside with a small sandy beach on Narragansett Bay, a playground, picnic areas and walking paths on the hill above the shore. It is a relaxed spot for families, close to the Looff carousel. Check water quality notices before swimming, as the bay sometimes closes after heavy rain.
A historic site on the Ten Mile River in the Rumford neighborhood, with a waterfall and dam, the old pumping station and the 18th-century John Hunt House nearby. Trails follow the river through the woods. It was also the site of an early 20th-century amusement park, and today it is a quiet place for a walk.
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