The Best Way to Explore the Coastal Region of Rhode Island

   
If you are a sports enthusiast then the best way to enjoy Rhode Island's coast, is to take a 4- 6 day cycling trip to all the quaint little towns and see all the sites. The islands coast is beautiful and there are many companies on the coast that can set you and your's up with a great mountain bike and a headstrong guide to lead the whole family on a one, two or even up to a six day biking tour of the state's flawless coastline.
    
The first place you will start your journey down the beautiful coast is Block Island or also known as ”the best place on earth”. Well, at least to the local nature conservatory, Block Island has a unique and seemingly perfect mix of earth, sea and culture. On the island you will come across stunning, postcard like photo opportunities at every moment. The National Animal Refuge is one of the nation's most renowned as one of the most crucial migratory aviaries of the United States. You can roam and discover the majestic scenery on bicycle or by foot. Visitors can hike the trails of one of the peaceful nature preserves too. When the sun goes down, stay in one of the Block Island inns for the night or longer. The total biking distance including sightseeing, ranges from 10 - 20 miles total.

The next day head back out to the mainland of Rhode Island, stopping first at the busy fisherman's port which is very popular in New Hampshire for its awesome seafood blends and marine delicacies. Follow the Ocean Road down Narragansett's gorgeous run of luxury homes and sunny coastline. Take a rest for a while when you come upon Gilbert Stuart Museum, which is actually birthplace of America's most popular portrait painter and it's also ground zero for the first snuff product in all of the United States. You can bike to the remains of an old military compound that was once as home site of the military. You can bike as long as you would like and there are trails that range in size and destination, guides are always recommended.

One of the most popular stops is Newport, one of Rhode Island's most historic, romantic and beautiful cities on the spectacular Aquidneck Island. Sightsee the famous mansions of the area and take some snap shots of the age old waterfront or just check out the numerous specialty shops, there is something to be done for everyone, that's guaranteed. Set out for a stunning morning ride that takes you along Newport's infamous Ocean Avenue. After that hop onto a shuttle that will return you to your starting point. If you want you can stay longer in the Newport area or head out to another destination.

This is just one example of the kind of tour you can have while on a bike tour around the Rhode Island coastal region, of course there are many other ways to spend your trip but a bike cruise is great for those active people who love to explore. Including setting up at a romantic inn and spending the days checking out historic sites or shopping or hitting the sand for gorgeous view and a ton of water sport fun. The coastal region of Rhode Island offers it all, It just depends on how you want to spend your trip. Remember it's best to secure a cycle tour company so you can have a professional guide bring you to all the spots without any chance of getting lost.