Posted in Rhode Island
May 01, 2020
The 4-Hour Road Trip Around Rhode Island’s Lighthouses Is A Glorious Spring Adventure
The entire state of Rhode Island may be suffering from a collective case of cabin fever, but we have some good news: there’s still plenty of spring left to enjoy, and going on a nice day trip is perfectly acceptable, even with current restrictions. This day trip takes you to some of the Ocean State’s most beautiful lighthouses, and it will remind you of just how lucky we are to call this beautiful state home. Pack some snacks and hit the road.
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This lighthouse dates all the way back to 1816 and it was built to replace the original lighthouse in this spot, which was destroyed in 1815. The Point Judith Light is located on the west side of the entrance to Narragansett Bay.
Beavertail State Park spans 153 acres, and they're all stunning. The lighthouse was built in 1856 and now serves as a museum showcasing the structure's history.
This lighthouse was home to Ida Lewis, who served as its keeper from 1857 until her death in 1911. The Ida Lewis Yacht Club, which has its home here, was named in her honor.
Located on the northern part of Goat Island in Newport, this lighthouse was the first to guide mariners into Newport in the early 1800s. In 1988, it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Notice how this lighthouse blends flawlessly with the stunning landscape?
This lighthouse is only viewable from across the water, but you can get a great view from Sakonnet Point in Little Compton.
This majestic lighthouse sits along the Providence River near the Riverside neighborhood of East Providence. While it was built in 1871, it became automated in 1974.
Enjoy your adventure!
Address: 1460 Ocean Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882, USA
Address: Beavertail Rd, Jamestown, RI 02835, USA
Address: Newport Harbor Lighthouse, Newport, RI 02840, USA
Address: 800-870 Ocean Ave, Newport, RI 02840, USA
Address: Riverside, RI 02915, USA
