The state of Rhode Island has so much to offer in terms of natural beauty and wonder! From gorgeous beaches and state parks, to beautiful scenic overlooks, the smallest state truly has big offerings. Sometimes you might not have the time, or energy for a long hike to find beautiful attractions, but you’re finding yourself desperate for a little outdoor exploration. These 7 places are amazing sites that are perfect to swing by on a lunch break, or relaxing drive-by viewing.
- Beavertail State Park, Jamestown
Flickr/LEONARDO DASILVA This gorgeous state park boasts acres of walking and hiking trails and scenic overlooks viewable by car. Other features are a historic lighthouse museum, and even a small aquarium. Find it at the end of Beavertail Road in Jamestown.
- Sakonnet Point, Little Compton
Flickr/Pacheco Sakonnet Point is a gorgeous natural attraction found in the charming town of Little Compton. As the southern most point in town, it offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. You can find Sakonnet Point off Route 77 and you’ll be glad you sought it out!
- Trustom Pond, South Kingstown
Flickr/U.S. Fish and Wildlife Refuge Trustom Pond is one of 9 coastal lagoons in southern Rhode Island, but arguably the most breathtaking. Strolling along the lagoon’s edge offers a lovely experience. You can view the pond off Matunuck School House Road in South Kingstown.
- Napatree Point, Charlestown
Wikipedia Napatree Point is found in the town of Westerly and is the southern and western most point on the state’s mainland. Napatree is a 1.5 mile long peninsula jetting out into Block Island Sound. The area is a popular beach in the summer, and a gorgeous wildlife reserve to visit throughout the year. Find Napatree Point at Watch Hill Road and Niantic Avenue.
- Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge, Middletown
Flickr/Christine Riggle This gorgeous national wildlife refuge is found at 769 Sachuest Point Road in Middletown. It boasts gorgeous views of Narragansett Bay.
- Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge, Charlestown
Flickr/Julian Colton The diverse upland and wetland landscapes of Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge make for a one-of-a-kind experience. The refuge is situated along Ninigret Pond, adding to its beauty. Find it at 50 Bend Road in the town of Charlestown.
- Watchaug Pond, Charlestown
Flickr/Madhu Madhaven This freshwater pond is found in Burlingame, one of the state’s most beautiful parks. The pond consists of hundreds of acres of amazing swimming space that is also ideal for fishing. There are plenty of parking spaces scattered around the pond. Find Burlingame off US Route 1 and 216.
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Flickr/LEONARDO DASILVA
This gorgeous state park boasts acres of walking and hiking trails and scenic overlooks viewable by car. Other features are a historic lighthouse museum, and even a small aquarium. Find it at the end of Beavertail Road in Jamestown.
Flickr/Pacheco
Sakonnet Point is a gorgeous natural attraction found in the charming town of Little Compton. As the southern most point in town, it offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. You can find Sakonnet Point off Route 77 and you’ll be glad you sought it out!
Flickr/U.S. Fish and Wildlife Refuge
Trustom Pond is one of 9 coastal lagoons in southern Rhode Island, but arguably the most breathtaking. Strolling along the lagoon’s edge offers a lovely experience. You can view the pond off Matunuck School House Road in South Kingstown.
Wikipedia
Napatree Point is found in the town of Westerly and is the southern and western most point on the state’s mainland. Napatree is a 1.5 mile long peninsula jetting out into Block Island Sound. The area is a popular beach in the summer, and a gorgeous wildlife reserve to visit throughout the year. Find Napatree Point at Watch Hill Road and Niantic Avenue.
Flickr/Christine Riggle
This gorgeous national wildlife refuge is found at 769 Sachuest Point Road in Middletown. It boasts gorgeous views of Narragansett Bay.
Flickr/Julian Colton
The diverse upland and wetland landscapes of Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge make for a one-of-a-kind experience. The refuge is situated along Ninigret Pond, adding to its beauty. Find it at 50 Bend Road in the town of Charlestown.
Flickr/Madhu Madhaven
This freshwater pond is found in Burlingame, one of the state’s most beautiful parks. The pond consists of hundreds of acres of amazing swimming space that is also ideal for fishing. There are plenty of parking spaces scattered around the pond. Find Burlingame off US Route 1 and 216.
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