6 Natural Wonders Unique To The Ocean State That Should Be On Everyone's Rhode Island Bucket List
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Beth Price-Williams
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How’s your Rhode Island bucket list looking? Have you added to it or updated it lately? If not, you might want to pull it out; dust it off, and add these natural wonders in Rhode Island to it. Chances are you’ve been to a few (or maybe even all) of them, but they’re always worth repeat visits. That’s how absolutely breathtaking and unique each is.
Mohegan Bluffs, New Shoreham, RI 02807, USA
A bucket list wouldn't be complete without Mohegan Bluffs, perhaps some of the most gorgeous scenery in all of Rhode Island, right at the top. While you can drink in spellbinding views of the water and the shore from atop a staircase (200 feet above the water), wear comfy shoes if you're up for the trek down and the climb back up. Read all about this breathtaking Rhode Island natural wonder in our previous article.
Ell Pond Preserve Trailhead, 445 North Rd #433, Hopkinton, RI 02833, USA
You definitely don't want to forget your camera for your visit to Ell Pond, a kettle pond that is simply breathtaking. Surrounded by American white cypress trees and red maple trees, the pond is a must-visit. Don't forget your camera! Take a peek at the adventure that awaits on the trail that leads to Ell Pond by reading our previous article.
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Rodman's Hollow, New Shoreham, RI 02807, USA
So much natural beauty surrounds us, including Rodman's Hollow, a glorious glacial outwash plain that spans 230 acres. The natural wonder is brimming with a variety of scenic beauty - native trees and plants, Fresh Pond, and stunning bluffs. You might even run into some local wildlife. Plan your hike to Rodman's Hollow by reading our previous article.
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A short stroll drenched in natural beauty will lead you to Napatree Point, a spit that stretches 1.5 miles. One of the highlights of the walk are the views from atop the dunes. You might even catch sight of local birds. While the natural wonder is perfect to visit any time of the year, you'll find it particularly tranquil during the off-season. Read more about this underrated natural wonder in Rhode Island.
Cliff Walk, Newport, RI, USA
Recognized as one of the most beautiful places in Rhode Island, Newport Cliff Walk is one you'll likely want to experience more than once. After all, you're sure to discover something new every time. The walk tallies just 3.5 miles and earns an easy rating. With all the natural beauty that sits along the path, the time will likely just melt away. Get a glimpse of the beauty that awaits on the Newport Cliff Walk by reading our previous article.
Purgatory, Middletown, RI 02842, USA
Wear sturdy shoes for your short but scenic trek to Purgatory Chasm, a natural wonder that formed from glaciers. The chasm itself offers impressive stats - measuring 120 feet long, tallyling 150 feet deep, and stretching 10 feet at its widest point. Get more details about Purgatory Chasm by reading our previous article.
What other natural wonders belong on everyone’s Rhode Island bucket list? Let us know in the comments! Life in Rhode Island means soaking up all of the beauty of nature. You might even want to start your own Rhode Island nature bucket list.
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