West Bay Land Trust

protecting farmland and agricultural activities in Cranston, RI

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Cranston Historic Farm Route LoopCranston Historic Farm Route Loop

The Loop wends its way through rural western Cranston. Many active farms dot the Loop, which offer a bounteous array of local food products.

The Pawtuxet RiverPawtuxet River Trail

Discover places to hike and canoe along this popular waterway. The river is maintained by Friends of the Pawtuxet and the Pawtuxet River Authority.

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Knight Farm Trail

The soon-to-be-opened Trail in western Cranston is the newest project of The West Bay Land Trust and will provide access to historic farmlands and woodlands off the Cranston Historic Farm Route Loop.

Cranston Parks Plan

The City Council approved a Parks Plan that defines and connects greenspaces throughout the City for residents’ enjoyment.

Edgewood Community Garden at Cherry Woods

This is Cranston’s first community garden and is located in the eastern side of the City in Edgewood. Plots can be rented by City residents for a nominal fee and all plants must be grown organically.

Resources

Owls in Rhode Island (Audubon) (PDF)

Commonly Caught Fish & Shellfish (RI DEM) (PDF)

Native Snakes of Rhode Island (RI DEM) (PDF)

Night Insect Sounds (Cranston Style) (link)

About the Land Trust

West Bay Land TrustThe West Bay Land Trust was formed back in 1999 to save historic farmland and woodland acreage in western Cranston from commercial development. We maintain the Cranston Historic Farm Route Loop, Knight Farm Trail, and many other projects. [Read More]

The West Bay Land Trust

P.O. Box 2205
Cranston, RI 02905
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The Land Trust Network

  • The West Bay Land Trust of Cranston, Rhode Island:
  • West Bay Land Trust
  • Friends of the Pawtuxet
  • Pawtuxet Village Farmer's Market

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