• Shell Path
• Ferry Road, Bristol, RI
• Trailhead:  41°39’3.03″N, 71°15’26.94″W
• Last Time Hiked: July 31, 2023
• Approximate distance hiked: 0.7 miles
• Easy with slight elevation.

On the campus of Roger Williams University is a short loop trail that partially follows the shore of Mount Hope Bay. The aptly named Shell Path starts behind the Sea Breeze dormitories. The gravel road descends quickly leading you to an area by the pier below the Boating Center. From here the trail turns north onto the crushed shell path following the shore of Mount Hope Bay. Along the way you will be passing through a disc course. Be sure to keep an eye out for woodchucks, rabbits, and deer along this stretch. There are a few spots along the way to take in the sweeping views of the bay, notably, Mount Hope to the north, where a Wampanoag village once was located. After the stone wall the path turns to the left and slowly climbs up hill back towards the dormitories before turning left once again following along side a road finally ending where you had started. There are several species of trees of note along this walk including junipers, lindens, black oaks, and black cherries. The path is open to the public, however parking can be a bit difficult while classes are in session. Lot 11 is likely the best place to park.

Shell Path with the Mount Hope Bridge behind it.