Believe it or not, Block Island has some of the best beaches in New England. Known as "Bermuda of the North," for its sandy beaches, blue water, and moped culture, this destination off Long Island and Rhode Island is home to our boutique Block Island hotel. Book your summer stay at Block Island Beach House to enjoy the laid-back vibe of this New England hotspot. There's a beach for everyone here, secluded and surrounded by bluffs or steps from your room at Block Island Beach House. With 17 miles of beach on Block Island, we can't list them all, but here are three of our favorites for different occasions.
Mansion Beach | 1701 Mansion Rd, New Shoreham
This Block Island beach sits about 3 miles north of Block Island Beach House and is best accessed by taxi, bike, or moped. Because it's a little bit out of town, it tends to be less crowded, although it is a popular beach because of the beautiful expanse of sand and larger waves. Great for those looking to play in the waves or body surf, Mansion Beach is named for the old mansion that once sat overlooking the beach. It burned down in the 1960s, but you can see how the site was the perfect spot for a grand estate overlooking the ocean.
Andy's Way Beach | Andy's Way and Corn Neck Rd, Block Island
Andy's Way is located on Great Salt Pond, making it perfect for families or people who want calm water. The "pond" is connected to the ocean, so this beach is still tidal, meaning there's less beach at certain times of the day. But there's still plenty of room to lay out on the soft sand. Clamming and kayaking are popular activities on Great Salt Pond, and the pond is home to many species of wildlife, making the bird and animal spotting great here.
Mohegan Bluffs | 121 Mohegan Trail, New Shoreham
The island's famous cliffs are also home to a great beach that is one of the most secluded on the island. While this beach is rockier than the rest, it's still a great place to take in the beautiful vista created by these 200-foot tall cliffs surrounding the beach. Come prepared to earn your spot on the beach though—the beach is accessed by 140 stairs down to the water. We think it's worth it to visit one of the prettiest beaches on Block Island.
