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Morning Coffee Ride: Scenic Bike Tour to GroundSwell Cafe in Tiverton, Rhode Island - Newport

Morning Coffee Ride: Scenic Bike Tour to GroundSwell Cafe in Tiverton, Rhode Island

Little Comptoneasy

Difficulty

easy

Duration

2–3 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for riders with basic fitness and some bike experience, including beginners with e-bikes.

Overview

Discover Rhode Island’s quiet backroads on the Morning Coffee Ride—a 2+ hour pedal or e-bike journey from Little Compton to the charming GroundSwell Cafe in Tiverton. Perfect for casual cyclists seeking fresh air, local flavor, and a peaceful start to the day.

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Little Compton, Rhode Island

Morning Coffee Ride, a 2+ Hour Bike (Pedal or E-Bike) Tour to GroundSwell Cafe In Tiverton, RI

ADULT and Teenager ONLY bikes included, or bring your own bike and join us.

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About This Adventure

Overview

  • Do you love your coffee?
  • Do you love riding a bike?
  • Do you enjoy discovering and exploring new places?
  • Do you want to see and experience Little Compton at a slower pace?
  • Then join us on this amazing ride through Little Compton and Tiverton, Rhode Island.
  • Book a tour today

This is a 2+ hour bike tour to the GroundSwell Cafe in Tiverton Rhode Island.

Your tour begins and ends near the Commons in Little Compton RI. You will meet your new friends and get fitted on an comfortable hybrid, road bike or E-Bike. The group will set the pace with the emphasis on fun not speed. You will ride on the back roads of Little Compton and Tiverton passing farms, vineyards, rivers, bays, estuaries and ponds. The terrain is somewhat hills, but that makes it even more fun. Our destination will be the GroundSwell Cafe at Tiverton Four Corners. A local cafe where you can enjoy a cappuccino and cinnamon roll (my favorite). After we’ve all been caffeinated, we head back to Little Compton and burn off all those delicious calories. We end back where we started. If you need more exercise you can take a walk on a lovely raised boardwalk over wetlands that begins where we have ended.

Who is this best suited for:

  • Bike/coffee lovers
  • Casual bike riders
  • Those looking for a fun way to see Little Compton and Tiverton
  • Those wanting to meet and ride with a group of new friends.

Duration:

  • 2+ Hours (including the stop at GroundSwell Cafe)

Included in the tour:

  • Comfortable 24-speed bike or
  • Easy to ride E-Bike
  • Helmet
  • Local guide

Note: Please call if you have any questions.

Requirements:

  • Able to ride a bike 20 miles with a few larger hills
  • Participants should not have health conditions that preclude them from doing moderate physical exercise
  • Able to ride in group setting

Meeting Place:

This tour begins and ends at the baseball field parking lot next to the Wilbur McMahon Public School in the center of Little Compton.

Adventure Tips

Bring a bike lock

Secure your bike at GroundSwell Cafe while you enjoy a coffee break to prevent theft.

Charge your e-bike beforehand

Ensure your e-bike’s battery is full for the return journey particularly if taking the longer scenic route.

Wear layered clothing

Morning temperatures can vary; layers help you stay comfortable as you warm up and cool down.

Watch for farm vehicles

The route goes through rural farmland where slow-moving tractors may appear—stay alert and give way.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Great Blue Heron
  • Eastern Box Turtle

History

Little Compton was settled in 1682 and retains much of its rural character despite being in a coastal region popular with tourists.

Conservation

The tour promotes Leave No Trace principles and partners with GroundSwell Cafe to support local sustainable agriculture.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Helmet

Essential

Protects your head and is required by law in many areas.

Water bottle

Essential

Staying hydrated during your ride is essential, especially on warmer days.

summer specific

Sunglasses

Helps reduce glare from sun and protects your eyes from wind and debris.

summer specific

Bike repair kit

A small kit with tire levers and patches can keep you rolling if you get a flat tire.