The idea of taking a road trip in Rhode Island might seem a little funny to locals! Especially considering that you can drive across the state in an hour tops. The truth is that any drive lasting more than 15 minutes is a road trip in our eyes and there are so many awesome things worth seeing right here at home. Here are 6 Rhody road trips that are so worth taking.

  1. The Lighthouse Road Trip On The Rhode Island Coast That’s Dreamily Beautiful

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Flickr/Matt Hintsa Rhode Island’s coast is filled with beautiful historic lighthouses scattered on gorgeous peninsulas, islands, and cliff sides. This road trip allows you to explore some of the most breathtaking that are accessible by car. Whether you’re interested in seeing these centuries-old structures, or just want to take in the quintessential New England views, this road trip is a perfect way to spend your afternoon.

  1. The Charming Small Towns Road Trip

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Flickr/Alex Bellink In many ways the state of Rhode Island feels like one big small town in and of itself. Us locals are used to running into familiar faces at just about every corner, and taking in the same sights each day. That said, there are still many wonderful small towns found across the state that each offer something unique and worth scouting out. This road trip will take you through some of the most charming places the state has to offer! Visit historic fishing villages, lovely beaches, and beautiful state parks on this picturesque small towns road trip.

  1. The Natural Wonders Road Trip

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Flickr/Madhu Madhavan Though many of the Ocean State’s most impressive natural wonders are found on our islands, there are still many splendid places to visit that are accessible by car. From kettle pond to beautiful beaches, this trip will take you to some of the most breathtaking nature spots in Rhode Island.

  1. The Fall Foliage Road Trip

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Flickr/Clara S. Most of us can agree that living in New England during autumn is one of the most spectacular experiences. From apple picking, corn mazes, and pumpkin patches, there are just so many fantastic things to do and see. Few fall activities compare to taking a walk through the vibrantly changing leaves and the smallest state offers some pretty breathtaking places to for leaf peeping. This road trip is a perfect afternoon filled with the glory of the changing foliage.

  1. The Terrifying Rhode Island Road Trip

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Flickr/Pete Did you know that Rhode Island is home to the grave of one of the world’s most infamous vampires?… or that the ghost of Edgar Allen Poe resides at a historic library in Providence? You can visit both of these eerily fascinating sites and more on this terrifying Rhody road trip.

The Ultimate Rhode Island Waterfalls Road Trip

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Facebook Submission/Victor Neves From man-made dams set aside old textile mills, to natural waterfalls found in the forest; the state of Rhode Island has many gorgeous waterfalls to visit across the state. This road trip will take you to some of the most stunning! While some are viewable right from your car, others will require a short, but lovely walk through the woods.

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Flickr/Matt Hintsa

Rhode Island’s coast is filled with beautiful historic lighthouses scattered on gorgeous peninsulas, islands, and cliff sides. This road trip allows you to explore some of the most breathtaking that are accessible by car. Whether you’re interested in seeing these centuries-old structures, or just want to take in the quintessential New England views, this road trip is a perfect way to spend your afternoon.

Flickr/Alex Bellink

In many ways the state of Rhode Island feels like one big small town in and of itself. Us locals are used to running into familiar faces at just about every corner, and taking in the same sights each day. That said, there are still many wonderful small towns found across the state that each offer something unique and worth scouting out. This road trip will take you through some of the most charming places the state has to offer! Visit historic fishing villages, lovely beaches, and beautiful state parks on this picturesque small towns road trip.

Flickr/Madhu Madhavan

Though many of the Ocean State’s most impressive natural wonders are found on our islands, there are still many splendid places to visit that are accessible by car. From kettle pond to beautiful beaches, this trip will take you to some of the most breathtaking nature spots in Rhode Island.

Flickr/Clara S.

Most of us can agree that living in New England during autumn is one of the most spectacular experiences. From apple picking, corn mazes, and pumpkin patches, there are just so many fantastic things to do and see. Few fall activities compare to taking a walk through the vibrantly changing leaves and the smallest state offers some pretty breathtaking places to for leaf peeping. This road trip is a perfect afternoon filled with the glory of the changing foliage.

Flickr/Pete

Did you know that Rhode Island is home to the grave of one of the world’s most infamous vampires?… or that the ghost of Edgar Allen Poe resides at a historic library in Providence? You can visit both of these eerily fascinating sites and more on this terrifying Rhody road trip.

Facebook Submission/Victor Neves

From man-made dams set aside old textile mills, to natural waterfalls found in the forest; the state of Rhode Island has many gorgeous waterfalls to visit across the state. This road trip will take you to some of the most stunning! While some are viewable right from your car, others will require a short, but lovely walk through the woods.

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