If you’re the kind of person that loves outdoor adventures, Rhode Island is the perfect place to be in the warm weather months. With an amazing coastline, parks, and even nature reserves that are simply out of this world, there are just so many natural sites to see and explore. Here are 12 of the most epic outdoorsy things to do in Rhode Island!
- Fort Adams, Newport
Flickr/duluoz cats This historic coastal fortification is located on a beautiful stretch of greenery. It also offers stunning ocean views and hosts several fun events in the summertime.
- Cliff Walk, Newport
Flickr/new-york-city The cliff walk is a 3.5 mile walk with some of the most amazing photo opportunities in the state.
- Beavertail State Park, Jamestown
Flickr/Charles W. Bash Beavertail State Park might be the most amazing natural attraction found in the state. With its blend of rocky landscape, walking trails, a lighthouse museum, and so much more, this is so worth visiting on a nice day.
- Fort Wetherill, Jamestown
Flickr/Roger This formal coastal artillery and park offers beautiful seaside hikes, opportunities for exploration, and perfect picnic space.
- Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge, Charlestown
Flickr/U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service The diverse blend of upland and wetland habitats at Ninigret Refuge are a one of a kind Rhode Island experience.
- Block Island
Flickr/Alexander Rabb There are simply too many outdoor attractions on Block Island to list! From the Mohegan Bluffs, the wildlife refuge, beautiful beaches, hiking trails, and so much more, there are just too many amazing locations to choose from.
- East Bay Bike Path
Flickr/zhelen This stunning bike path is a 14.5 mile stretch of mostly paved and flat biking with gorgeous views. It runs from India Point Park in Providence to Independence Park in Bristol.
- Roger Williams Park and Zoo, Providence
Flickr/Jef Nickerson Hang out with exotic animals, rent a paddle boat, lounge in the sun; the opportunities at this park are endless!
- Neutaconkanut Park, Providence
Flickr/Ani Od Chai This park offers arguably the most breathtaking view of the city! It also offers amazing hikes, a skatepark, and other thrilling outdoor related activities.
- Colt State Park, Bristol
Flickr/Joe Bar The shoreline of Colt State Park is a lovely place for a day in the sun. Pack a picnic, bring a frisbee, and enjoy the beauty of the state’s parks!
- Burlingame State Park, Charlestown
Flickr/Madhu Madhavan Burlingame is an unforgettable campsite and park found in Charlestown. It is located along the border of Watchaug Pond and is ideal for boating, fishing, and more.
- The beach!
Flickr/David Z. If you run out of outdoor activity ideas, the amazing beaches found along the coast are always waiting!
What are your favorite outdoorsy things to do in Rhode Island? Please share in the comments!
Flickr/duluoz cats
This historic coastal fortification is located on a beautiful stretch of greenery. It also offers stunning ocean views and hosts several fun events in the summertime.
Flickr/new-york-city
The cliff walk is a 3.5 mile walk with some of the most amazing photo opportunities in the state.
Flickr/Charles W. Bash
Beavertail State Park might be the most amazing natural attraction found in the state. With its blend of rocky landscape, walking trails, a lighthouse museum, and so much more, this is so worth visiting on a nice day.
Flickr/Roger
This formal coastal artillery and park offers beautiful seaside hikes, opportunities for exploration, and perfect picnic space.
Flickr/U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
The diverse blend of upland and wetland habitats at Ninigret Refuge are a one of a kind Rhode Island experience.
Flickr/Alexander Rabb
There are simply too many outdoor attractions on Block Island to list! From the Mohegan Bluffs, the wildlife refuge, beautiful beaches, hiking trails, and so much more, there are just too many amazing locations to choose from.
Flickr/zhelen
This stunning bike path is a 14.5 mile stretch of mostly paved and flat biking with gorgeous views. It runs from India Point Park in Providence to Independence Park in Bristol.
Flickr/Jef Nickerson
Hang out with exotic animals, rent a paddle boat, lounge in the sun; the opportunities at this park are endless!
Flickr/Ani Od Chai
This park offers arguably the most breathtaking view of the city! It also offers amazing hikes, a skatepark, and other thrilling outdoor related activities.
Flickr/Joe Bar
The shoreline of Colt State Park is a lovely place for a day in the sun. Pack a picnic, bring a frisbee, and enjoy the beauty of the state’s parks!
Flickr/Madhu Madhavan
Burlingame is an unforgettable campsite and park found in Charlestown. It is located along the border of Watchaug Pond and is ideal for boating, fishing, and more.
Flickr/David Z.
If you run out of outdoor activity ideas, the amazing beaches found along the coast are always waiting!
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