Explore the Great Swamp Battle Monument: A Testament to History

Getting There

• Car

  From Trustom Pond National Wildlife Refuge, exit the refuge and turn left onto Succotash Road. Continue on Succotash Road until you reach the intersection with Route 1 (also known as Post Road). Turn left onto Route 1 South. Follow Route 1 South for approximately 3 miles until you reach the exit for Route 138 West. Take the exit and continue on Route 138 West for about 2 miles. Look for signs indicating 'West Kingston' and 'Great Swamp Monument Road.' Turn left onto Great Swamp Monument Road. After about half a mile, the Great Swamp Battle Monument will be on your right at 41 Great Swamp Monument Rd, West Kingston, RI 02892.

• Public Transportation

  Public transportation options are limited in this area. However, you can take the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) bus service. Start by taking the bus to the nearest bus stop along Route 1. You will need to plan your route ahead of time, as direct services to the monument may not be available. Once you reach the bus stop nearest to Route 1, you can either walk or arrange for a taxi or rideshare to Great Swamp Monument Road, which is about a 1-mile walk from the nearest bus stop on Route 1. Make sure to check the RIPTA schedule for the most current information on routes and timing, as this may incur costs for the bus fare.