 Block Island lies some 12 miles off the coast of Rhode Island. It was discovered by Adrian Block in 1614 and settled in 1661. The island is 7 miles long and 3 miles wide. Block Island’s 17 miles of beaches are among the most beautiful and unspoiled on the east coast. Many refer to Block Island as “Bermuda of the North.”
Stonewalls dot the rolling hills of the lush green countryside, perfect for exploring by bike or hiking the miles of “Greenway Trails.”
Block Island retains its historic appeal by adhering to zoning laws that require new buildings to appear as if they were built in the 1800’s. Over one-quarter of the island is preserved by the Nature Conservancy and will never be developed.
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Looking for something to do? Biking, hiking, sunbathing, sightseeing, bird-watching, BBQ’s, arts festivals, Block Island Music Festival, Blues Festival, Dining, Beachcombing, seal watching (off season), sunset watching, sleeping, dancing, building sandcastles, shopping, Fishing, Surfing, Swimming, Boating, and much more!
Things to do on Block Island:
- Beach. Fred Benson Town Beach Pavilion is open daily at 9am. Check out an aerobics or yoga class before the beach opens. You can rent chairs, umbrellas, boats, etc. and there is a concession stand. Check out other beaches all around the island.
- Mohegan Bluffs. Take the stairs down and visit “the fort”.
- Southeast Lighthouse & North Lighthouse
- Hike the Greenway Trails. Miles and miles of grassy trails snaking in and around the island.
- Sportsfishing. Try fishing aboard the hula girl. www.hulacharters.com
- Restaurants. Try Eli’s, Springhouse or Winfields for a great meal and atmosphere or try the more casual Mohegan Café & Brewery or Sharky’s.
- Shopping. Poke around the shops and boutiques lining Water Street and around Town.
- Movies. The Empire Theatre in Town or the Oceanwest Theatre at Champlin’s Marina or rent one from the Shoreline or the Pharmacy.
- Library. Visit the library for a great rainy day something to do.
- Yoga. Visit Sea Life Yoga.
- Sunset Cruise. Take a ride down the “neck” or a cruise on a charter boat for sunset.
- Check out the block island music festival which runs the second week of june, enjoy off season rates, see 50 original musical acts from all over the northeast www.blockislandmusic.com.
- For additional lodging choices on Block Island as well as worldwide Browse Free for Vacation Rentals at A1 Vacation Properties.com.
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For additional island information please also see www.gotblockisland.com.
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