Black Point Trailhead — Attraction in Narragansett

Really amazing hiking spot along the Narragansett coast with broad, well-kept trails. Wandered up here from Scarborough Beach on a busy Saturday, and got some respite from the crowds, as I only saw a few other people and their dogs on the trails themselves. It’s certainly unlike most other hiking spots in the state, as there are barely any trees. Instead, there are three main sections: an inland path, a path along the coast line, and, at low tide, the rocks on the coast isn’t self.

The inland path goes through some tall grass, and walking down it surprised me with the amount of beautiful birds I saw. Many dragonflies as well, and I even saw a small chipmunk or field mouse scurry across the trail. While it is nice, this is definitely the least impressive part of the trail system.

The trail along the coast offers some really amazing views, and there are plenty of cut offs that allow you to get right on the edge of cliffs in some areas, and to climb down onto the rocks at low tide in others. If you’re coming to take pictures, this is the part you’re gonna want to be at.

My favorite part of this place, though, are the rocks right along the coast. There are so many amazing tide pools here that are littered with life. Some of the bigger ones have schools of small fish, but all have tons of shrimp, crabs, snails, mussels, and tons of other creatures I couldn’t identify. The longer you look, the more you see. Unfortunately, some of the smaller pools had some dead fish in them, some of them pretty big. I assume it was from a lack of oxygen/heat, but some of the other ones I saw were filled with a gross looking algae so I’m not sure if pollution is an issue as well. Regardless of that, most of the tide pools were definitely supporting tons of life, and this is easily my favorite part of the trail system and Scarborough Beach.

There’s a small parking lot that I’m sure fills up quickly, but the trails are also easily accessible from the beach. Whether you’re here to hike, snap some photos, relax and listen to the waves, or see some amazing nature, this will be one of your favorite spots...

Best views and seaside walks in Narraganset. Just a few miles from the seawall and beach. Walk or bike around the trails that go by the rocks and breaking surf. Fishing is good off the rocks, but be aware of the tides. Nice place to look for sea glass, although less than there used to be. Take the trails all the way to Scarborough beach and then walk the beach too. So nice! Parking lot is very small so best to get there early or late in the day. Evening walks are so sweet too! Walking distance from eastward look. Great stop on the bike tour. Also Love going here during storms to check...

I'm from Oregon, so tide pools are the norm for me. I looked online and this was one of the most frequently recommended.

While I didn't get to see as many little guys as I'm used to, I still had a blast. Climbing on rocks and looking at little pools made me feel like a kid again.

The wave action and minimal to no sand helped alleviate my homesickness. While it was still missing the "if you look away from the ocean for one second it will kill you" vibes of the Northern Pacific, I still...