Posted in Rhode Island Natural Wonders, Nature February 03, 2023 by

There Are Bluffs In Rhode Island That Looks Just Like Big Sur Cliffs

Natural beauty surrounds us pretty much everywhere we go in Rhode Island. Anyone who has lived or visited our beautiful state has, undoubtedly, at least heard of Mohegan Bluffs, a spectacular natural wonder in Rhode Island on Block Island. If you’ve never been, you’ll probably want to add it to your bucket list. It might also remind you of another natural wonder – the cliffs in Big Sur, California.

You don't have to travel to California and the edge of the Pacific Ocean to drink in spellbinding views, like those offered by the cliffs in Big Sur. Instead, you just have to climb aboard the next ferry to Block Island.
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Mohegan Bluffs has a long and fascinating history. It was the site of a battle between the Mohegan and Niantic Native American Tribes back in 1570.
Reminiscent of those majestic cliffs in Big Sur, Mohegan Bluffs tower 200 feet above the sand and rock beach, promising sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean.
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Many members of the Mohegan tribe, the invaders in the battle, were pushed over the cliff to their deaths during the battle.
Start your adventure at the Edward S. Payne Overlook to drink in the sensational views from above. This is one trip that really requires a camera.
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Even on foggy days, Mohegan Bluffs is one of Mother Nature's most stunning natural masterpieces.
If you're up for the challenge, head to the bottom of the bluffs for another view of this gorgeous Rhode Island natural wonder. However, before you go, make sure you're up for the challenge.
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The journey down the more than 140 stairs is usually quite easy, although the steps can get slippery after rain or snow. Your best bet is to take it slow when the weather conditions are a bit iffy, and hold on to the railing.
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The trip back up the stairs can get a bit tiring, so keep that in mind before deciding whether to go to the bottom or not.
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Open from half an hour before sunrise to half an hour after sunset, Mohegan Bluffs draws visitors from all over. It can get extremely popular in the summer, an ideal place to spend the day.
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If you want to experience this natural wonder in Rhode Island when it's a bit quieter, go during the off-season.
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What do you think of this natural wonder in Rhode Island? Have you strolled down the stairs to the beach to get a different view of the bluffs? Let us know in the comments! Did you know there’s a gorgeous waterfall in Rhode Island that you can view without going on a hike? Add it to your must-visit list.

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Address: Mohegan Bluffs, New Shoreham, RI 02807, USA