North Lighthouse

First stop on our biking adventure of Block Island was the North Lighthouse. I had not read anything about this lighthouse and was surprised when my bike path ended and the beach (very rocky) began.
Locking up our bikes it was a pretty good hike to the lighthouse where were were greeted by a volunteer manning the lighthouse for the day. For $ 3 we were able to view some of the exhibits BUT could not go to the top. We were told they are raising funds to refurbish it but at this time it is not safe for tourists. The museum was small and somewhat informative but the $ 3 was worth it as they had a bathroom (which I made use of)
Beyond the lighthouse there is a path where you can walk to the northernmost point of the island — hey if you have made it to the light house you might as well head to sandy point.
The North Lighthouse is also along the edge of a Wildlife Preserve and if you are an ornithologist you will have a field day, literally.
It’s one of the two lighthouses on Block Island so it is definately a «to do» while visiting.

Our «trek» to the lighthouse was memorable and one of several highlights of our trip to Block Island. The scenery is just simply gorgeous! Make sure you walk along the beach to the light house. The walk is very serene and romantic. A great area for pictures, especially around sunset. We walked out to the dunes and took our time taking in the natural beauty. Its not to miss!

We rented bikes & had the best time coasting down the hills on the way there, knowing in the back of our minds that we’d be walking the bikes slowly up those same hills on the way back (and we did). The beach is quiet, pretty and *very* rocky. More a quiet-​place-​to-​walk-​around beach than a lots-​to-​do beach.

There are two reason Block Island weddings usually feature the *other* lighthouse. 1) Distance; 2) Seagulls.
Absent an ATV, a half-​hour (at least!) walk on a sandy/​rocky beach from the Cow’s Cove parking lot with thousands of seagulls is required to reach the North Lighthouse. ⁹⁄₁₁ memorial benches, in addition to what seems constant renovation, are recent additions to the lighthouse, which is a bit ho-​hum compared to the other lighthouses of New England. And don’t forget the sea gulls.
Five minutes further north of the lighthouse is the top of the island, where waves break against each other left and right at what seems to be the end of the world. Excellent for pictures, but not so much for swimming.
Keep your eyes peeled for seals. They will outnumber the brides.

LONGEST WALK OF YOUR LIFE.
Bring yo water shoes friends. There are rocks + LOTS of sand/​pebbles that feel like daggers + the water can be sneaky + rough the further down the beach but BOY is it worth it.
It is the end of the earth… because literally that is where the sand-​walk ends. You can’t really go in the lighthouse. But the beach is nice + most people don’t venture out that far… so it feels less crowded than the I just walked from the ferry beach way down the road. It is about a 20 min bike ride, unless you are wicked slow. This is one of those lil gems on the island that you must try, at least once.
If you like to work a lil hard for your view… this is your kinda place.

A very
lonely
place
The «other» Block Island lighthouse. Built in 1867 this location had 3 or 4 other lights that were destroyed by the sea. Most people see the famous Southeast Light on the other side of the island, but few seem to take the time to see North light. It’s actually easy to reach, just go down Corn Neck Rd until you can’t go any further. Just one road going north on the island so it’s hard to get lost. A geat bike trip but at the end of the road is a huge hill with sand and rocks so take care. There have been some impressive crashes on this hill. Getting back up the hill is even more fun.
At the end of the road you have to park the bike and hike one half miles through the sand. But the light is on the furthest tip north on the island in an absolutely, incredibly, beautiful place. In the summer the lighthouse has a neat little museum, interpretive type place with lots of neat lighthouse type stuff in it. The water looks inviting, but it is a dangerous place to swim or even kayak unless you know what you are getting into. These lovely waters enjoy killing people.

Great biking/​walking destination.