Roger Williams Dog Policy

Roger Williams National Memorial is Dog Friendly

Trails

Dogs Allowed

with 6' Leash ^[]

Roger Williams was the founder of Rhode Island, and this National Memorial commemorates his life and ideals. He was an outcast from both England and Massachusetts, and was granted refuge here and founded Providence in 1636.

The National Memorial is mainly a well landscaped park with several pathways, exhibits, and grassy areas. There is also a fresh-water spring here.

Roger Williams National Memorial is dog friendly, and dogs are allowed throughout while on a leash.

Roger Williams National Memorial also runs the BARK Ranger Program, where you can earn a special dog tag by learning and following responsible practices (see the BARK Ranger section below).

Website: https://www.nps.gov/rowi/index.htm
BARK Ranger: Yes ^[]

Trail Policy

Dogs are free to walk through the landscaped park trails while on a leash no longer than 6'.

BARK Ranger

Bark Ranger is a great program offered at many National Park Service destinations. It teaches dog owners how to explore parks responsibly with their dogs, and participants often receive a special reward after completing the program. Many parks offer a Bark Ranger dog tag, sometimes free and sometimes available for purchase, while others may provide a bandana, sticker, certificate, or another park-specific item. To get started, stop by a park office or visitor center and ask for the Bark Ranger checklist. Once you and your dog complete the activities, return the checklist to receive or purchase the reward offered at that park. See the link below for more details.

B.A.R.K. is an acronym for:

B: Bag your poop: Help keep the park clean by bagging and picking up your dog poop, and properly disposing of it. Don’t leave your bagged poop on the side of the trail, hanging from branches, or throw it into the woods. Please note dog poop is not a natural fertilizer — it can carry disease that can spread to wildlife or other dogs.
A: Always wear a leash: Dogs must be restrained on a leash no longer than 6'. Retractable leashes that extend beyond 6' are not allowed. Not everyone appreciates a dog running up to them, and many people are scared or allergic to dogs — a leash prevents uncomfortable situations between your dog and others. Leashes also help protect your dog from running off if anything spooks them.
R: Respect wildlife: Dogs can chase or scare wildlife such as birds and turtles. They can also damage nesting areas. Some parks have wildlife, such as bears, coyotes, or wolves, that can threaten your dog. Please be respectful of wildlife with your dog, and if you do encounter wildlife, keep dog at distance to protect both your dog and the wildlife.
K: Know where to go: Know which trails allow dogs, and which don’t. Don’t leave dogs unattended in vehicles while you go off to hike. See the link below for more details.

For more information on the Bark Ranger program, please see: https://www.nps.gov/rowi/planyourvisit/be-a-b-a-r-k-ranger.htm

We also have a list of all parks that run the BARK Ranger program.