This summer was my first visit to Block Island, and I absolutely loved it! I was born and raised in…read morePortugal, and the island reminded me of the Algarve in the south. The vibe was amazing. The restaurant was wonderful and spotless, with friendly staff, and it was kid friendly, too, with a water slide right outside. Customers can enjoy a private beach, an outdoor bar, and live music; the atmosphere was unmatched. The food was incredibly fresh, and with so many options, I settled on a classic lobster roll. It was incredible. There was so much lobster I couldn't finish it at first, but it was so delicious that I managed, and it was one of the best lobster rolls I've ever had. We were a family group of about 25 and decided to take a cab, which was so helpful. Julie was amazing and shared the island's story. I was so glad she recommended this place. If you're reading this review, I hope you decide to go; you can thank me later!

Ballard's Beach Resort Great Vibe and Drinks, but the Food…read moreFalls Short Ballard's offers an unbeatable location with spectacular ocean views, amazing drinks, and a fun, high-energy atmosphere. The service was top-notch, and the presentation of everything was lovely. Unfortunately, the food did not live up to the setting, especially given the premium price point. We split the lobster roll, which was heavily dusted with a red spice--likely paprika or a heavy seasoning mix--that completely overwhelmed the lobster and left it with very little natural flavor. Others in our party ordered the fish tacos, which looked great but ultimately lacked taste as well. Overall, it's a wonderful spot to grab a drink, enjoy the live music, and soak in the beach party vibe. However, for a high-end price tag, the food quality just wasn't there during our visit. I'd definitely return for the drinks and atmosphere, but I would eat elsewhere next time.

A good spot to hang out and chill alone or accompanied. You can observe nature, bike, jog, walk or…read moreget in the water & do kayak, boating, swim or paddle board if you desire. It's a beautiful park. Check it out.

Beautiful hiking spot with easy to navigate trails and stunning ocean views. We were able to see…read moreFisher's Island, Long Island, and Groton. The port-a-potties were a nice amenity too. It was a little loud due to small airplanes taking off and landing at the nearby airport but it added a layer of intrigue. There are picnic tables and plenty of spots to sit along the water. Next time, I'll bring food and a book.

An adventure on Clay Head Trail was the perfect mid-afternoon side quest to get out of the main…read moredrag & enjoy the unique beauty of Block Island. The parking lot at the trailhead is located down a dirt road off which can be a bit treacherous for two wheeled devices, so proceed with caution. It was a dry day when we visited, but I still noticed the remains of squishy spots. I would recommend some sturdy shoes for damper days, unless you don't mind getting your feet a little mucky. The walk to the beach is easy, quick, & gorgeous with lucious nature on all sides. The rocks on the beach are remarkable & well worth taking note of. So many unique shapes & colors. I spotted some of the roundest rocks I've ever seen in my life - Perfect egg shapes & disc shapes. Continuing back on the main path will lead you through a surreal field of rippling, golden, tall grass & to a vantage point where the bluffs are visible. Take caution! Erosion is real & so is the danger of tumbling down the bluffs. Give the edge more space than you might give a super solid cliff. Lastly but certainly not least - L.N.T. Leave No Trace! Protect this beautiful nature sanctuary & the rugged beauty of Block Island.

My friends and I hiked this 3.5 mile picturesque trail along the bluffs on the east side of the…read moreisland, winding its uphill and downhill at various points. The trail was a bit overgrown which is a shame. One of my friends had a branch that accidentally hit her in the face, and my other friend lost her footing at one point. Although there were signs along the edge, warning hikers to not get too close because of the dangerous erosion, I could see kids testing that theory. At the midpoint, the trail features a unique tree and views of the ocean where you can easily see the wind farms and ferry. I'd give it 5 stars if the trail was better groomed.

We are here in Beautiful Goddard State Park for a week early Father's Day celebration with our five…read moreboys! This park is a vast well maintained full service state park in the smallest state in the union, Rhode Island! For a small fee, we rented a gorgeous little private shaded spot with two picnic benched and real bathroom facilities. We brought out food and a small grill to cookout. They did come check our permit, which you need to reserve to grill. Dell's lemonade truck is often present, so we treated ourselves to the famous Dell's frozen lemonade-yay! We were there a good 5 or 6 hours and it was a perfectly lovely and enjoyable day for our family to relax and enjoy our rare time to reconnect in person. What an invaluable experience. I can't stress enough having uninterrupted time with those you love. Cell service is non existent, so take this time to disconnect off the grid and just live and love. This place is a true simple gift-a Beautiful way to reconnect and just feed the soul. Take my advice, do it now, while you can. Make a happy plan before life makes other plans! Thanks for following me, Happy summer 2026! ~Tami from Miami

Beautiful, large park with many different sections. A great boardwalk by the narrow beach. A…read morewonderful place to take dogs, lots of benches to take rests, and an ample parking lot whose potholes were recently fixed, yay! Sometimes it's hard to find out what part of the park you're meant to meet someone in since there are so many sections. You can walk along the long beach or try a woodsy hiking trail. The trails on the right of the beach have either steps or a gradual slope to get up to the top of them, and you can look down over a small cliff to see the water below. The trails on the left of the gazebo are beautiful and give you many options, but people ride horses here, so be mindful of the droppings! This park has fantastic sunsets and multiple picnic areas, plus multi Porta potties that are usually in decent condition to use if needed. The bridge is great to look at, but can get crowded with families doing holiday photo shoots in the fall, so I've become wary of coming here since being stuck on one side of the bridge while a family made us wait to cross until they were done with pictures (ugh). I've come here for walks/hikes and even to wade at multiple times of year and always enjoy a beautiful day and peaceful experience here.

A gentle beach…read more Block Island has over 17 miles of beaches. That's a lot for a small island, You can find crowded, sandy beaches, remote rocky beaches, beaches with cliffs, beaches with dunes or beaches with crashing surf. Just about anything you want. If what you happen to want is a quiet, gentle beach then go to Coast Guard Beach. This beach is located on the breach of the Great Salt Pond so it's sheltered from most of the huge surf or large waves found on most other Block Island beaches. It has a nice sandy beach area with few rocks and great views of both the ocean and the salt pond. Since it is shallow and protected the water is usually a bit warmer than the chilly open ocean beaches and you don't get quite the howling winds of other spots. It's a great place to hang out but the currant does get pretty feisty at times in the middle of the breach so if you attempt to swim across to the other side you better know what you are doing or you'll probably die. It's a bit tricky to find the beach, you have to first find Coast Guard Road and then park at the old Coast Guard Station. Then look for the little and colorful beach sign. It leads through some bushes and beach roses but after a short walk you'll be at the beach. In the winter you'll have the place all to yourself but in the summer months it can be a bit crowded but never as busy as the town beach or the popular Mohegan Bluffs. Always plenty of room to stretch out and enjoy some peace and quiet. Like all beaches on Block Island there is no admission charge and if something unexpected happens the coast guard station is right next door. This beach is a great little spot to enjoy the smell, sounds and feel of salt water when wind, waves and crowds are a bit too much on the other beaches. A gentle beach

Stunning views by the edge of the cliff, you may catch a cute animal or two walking past into the…read morebushes.

A cool lighthouse to stop by and check out. At the front entrance, there's a food truck, but at the…read moretime they were closed, so we utilized the picnic tables set up here to have lunch from the restaurant we bought food from. Plenty of trash cans in the area if you're looking to get rid of some trash. Beyond the lighthouse you can get a nice view of the ocean and the bluffs. The Mohegan Bluffs is just a little further down the road from here.

Trails, a rose garden, water, a playground, and a dog pound(?). This a little gem of a place…read more Think lincoln woods for those from RI like me. This place is huge and one could easily spend hours here. Very quaint and peaceful.

Beautiful park, lots of trails to walk and the water fountains are a nice touch too! We were able…read moreto sit on a bench and watch the ducks and a few turtles too! Beautiful atmosphere and they even have a playground for the kids.

Stopped on ocean drive. It was a nice day and nice views of the area. Not sure if the water was…read morecold but the sand was nice.

Great little beach that's perfect for swimming and grabbing a light snack at the beach stand!…read moreStopped by on a weekday, $30 per car and then you have access to the beach and concession stand. There's also a place to change, an outdoor shower to rinse off and two bathrooms. Can't wait to go back

Part of the Montauk County Park, or, correct me if I'm wrong but they're one in the same... For me…read moreit's one of the most beautiful parks on Long Island. Great for hiking and the scenery can't be matched from the bluffs along the ocean to the calm waters of the sound on the north side. An absolute must if you're coming to Montauk.