Mohegan Bluffs
Mohegan Bluffs
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Two-hundred-foot cliffs with great views of the Atlantic.
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Dave Po
Fairfield, CT4 contributions
Jul 2022
It’s not a legit summer trip to BI without descending the 100+ stairs to the Bluffs. It’s an absolutely majestic place.
Some things I’ve noticed in the 20 years I’ve been going:
1. If the surf is rough, which it often is, most people will not be able to really swim here if the tide is on the high side. Wading up to your knees maybe, but there is a line of submerged rock on the ocean floor that make it very difficult to walk in the water. Once you get past those rocks, it is exhilarating to ride the waves in the wild Atlantic. You may be sharing the waves with surfers so beware. My advice is to try going at low tide if you can.
2. The distance to reach this more swimmable area is moving west. A decade ago, you could run into the water basically at the base of the stairs. Now, you have to walk a bit before you have unobstructed water, and even then, there are boulders in shallow waters of the ocean. Wear sandals because the entire beach is covered with stones.
3. Nude sunbathers do frequent this beach.
4. No lifeguards here.
5. The cliffs offer a major lesson in erosion. Large chunks of clay and rock collapse each year. One house Is perched precariously near the edge. The SE Light was moved back from the bluffs back in 93.
6. The steep hill from town is walkable, but a bike or moped would be a better choice is you’re over 50 unless you’re in good shape, imo.
Enjoy!
Some things I’ve noticed in the 20 years I’ve been going:
1. If the surf is rough, which it often is, most people will not be able to really swim here if the tide is on the high side. Wading up to your knees maybe, but there is a line of submerged rock on the ocean floor that make it very difficult to walk in the water. Once you get past those rocks, it is exhilarating to ride the waves in the wild Atlantic. You may be sharing the waves with surfers so beware. My advice is to try going at low tide if you can.
2. The distance to reach this more swimmable area is moving west. A decade ago, you could run into the water basically at the base of the stairs. Now, you have to walk a bit before you have unobstructed water, and even then, there are boulders in shallow waters of the ocean. Wear sandals because the entire beach is covered with stones.
3. Nude sunbathers do frequent this beach.
4. No lifeguards here.
5. The cliffs offer a major lesson in erosion. Large chunks of clay and rock collapse each year. One house Is perched precariously near the edge. The SE Light was moved back from the bluffs back in 93.
6. The steep hill from town is walkable, but a bike or moped would be a better choice is you’re over 50 unless you’re in good shape, imo.
Enjoy!
Written July 24, 2022
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NYCWorld
New York City, NY87 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
very nice walk from the ferry landing to the Bluffs (and lighthouse). wear comfortable shoes and bring water. morning visit was great--not crowded, but by 10:30/11:00 it was getting pretty busy. beautiful views.
Written August 8, 2021
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Dale F
Medfield, MA16 contributions
Sep 2022 • Solo
I took my bike on the ferry for a perfect day trip to Mohegan Bluffs Beach. The isolated section around the promontory to the right (south-west) has plenty of sand and is demarcated as clothing-optonal. It is quiet and secluded. The day I visited was cloudy, so even though it was Labor Day there were few people. In addition to the sand there are plenty of huge boulders that can provide privacy for those seeking it. Personally, I love the freedom to be bare whether or not others are around.
The bike ride to the beach is totally doable on a multi-speed gear bike, or walk. The lighthouse is also a nice stop on the way.
The bike ride to the beach is totally doable on a multi-speed gear bike, or walk. The lighthouse is also a nice stop on the way.
Written September 7, 2022
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Gaby P
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Aug 2020 • Family
Took us about 3 MILES WALKING from where our ferry was parked to get here. (We were told it would only be 1.5 miles) It is EXTREMELY difficult to get there due to no walking paths. We had to walk on the side of the road in 85 degree heat. Once we got there, we had to walk down 141 stairs to get to the bottom. It looks more like a coast line than a beach. It is full of rocks; you can’t set a towel on the sand without it being uncomfortable. We couldn’t go in the ocean as well because there were sharp rocks under the water. The view was okay; but it wasn’t worth the trek and effort to get there. There was no cellular service at the beach and we couldn’t call a taxi there to get back. There are no stores or restaurants nearby- you can’t even buy water.
I don’t understand how this place is rated 5 stars- it’s awful and a sad excuse for a beach.
I don’t understand how this place is rated 5 stars- it’s awful and a sad excuse for a beach.
Written August 23, 2020
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Donald Fagen
Dover, NH353 contributions
Jul 2021
We biked out past the Spring Hill Inn to the trailhead. Exposed trail so can be hot, hot, hot. Bring water. BE careful at the cliffs! We met a couple whose dog had just gone over and miraculously, and I MEAN MIRACULOUSLY, was uninjured, as was her husband who somehow scrambled down, and back up, to get it. Pretty setting, Easy walking. You will get some exercise biking out here but wind up with a rewardingly nice mostly downhill ride back to town.
Written July 27, 2021
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luv4phood
Marietta, GA918 contributions
Jun 2024 • Couples
There is a stairway that leads to the beach below but the bottom of the stairway has been compromised. The stairway ends about twenty steps from the beach. It was unclear from signs posted if visitors are allowed to go down to the beach. If you choose to go to the beach, it is an easy scramble. The beach is very rocky with rough surf during our visit.
Written June 29, 2024
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Beverly D
Morris Plains, NJ268 contributions
Sep 2020
To access the beach below the bluffs, requires descending a steep staircase which zigzags toward the sand. At the bottom is a rope pull which enables one to scramble over the rocks to reach the beach. In the water are large rocks but the backdrop (the bluffs) are amazing. The climb back to the top is strenuous so this beach is not for anyone with mobility issues.
Written September 9, 2020
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Jennifer J
United States247 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
We rented scooters to go out to Mohegan bluffs. You could easily walk or bike. 40 steps down and once you're on the beach a little more rugged to get back to the steps coming up. Definitely for those who are stable and in good health. Lots of people on the beach including families. Have read some questionable reviews about what goes on down at the beach level and did not encounter anything of the kind. I would recommend it for a few hours, include the lighthouse in your visit.
Written July 9, 2023
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Jeff S
225 contributions
Jun 2021
We were on a self guided bike tour of the island and like everybody else we stopped at Mohegan Bluffs. I thought my wife was kidding about the number of stairs to get down to the beach, but nope. It was well worth the effort to see a unique New England seashore.
Written October 11, 2021
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brandon h
3 contributions
Jul 2022 • Friends
Unbelievable food and service, love to see and old restaurant be taken on by new young ownership and absolutely crush it. Right off the ferry to right couldn’t be easier to have lunch at after arriving or dinner on the way home. Will eat here every time I come back to block island.
Written July 3, 2022
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Weather permitting, is visiting in November possible or even worthwhile? Obviously not for swimming, but for views and fresh air?
Written August 22, 2019
Might be cold and damp on island then with few places open, check weather for that time of year, and with Chamber of Commerce.
Written August 23, 2019
I believe allowed on leash but unless you are carrying a small pup, getting up and down the 140+ stairs will be tuff going, hard enough for a human let alone an animal! Plus at the bottom of the last step, it is eroded out some and a little tricky before reaching solid ground.
Written January 26, 2019
My husband and I are planning to go to the nude beaches on BI this Saturday, and again for a couple of days in August. We have gone halfway between Barlows and Spar Point a couple of times, but with only a few others sighted. I think we will try below the Snake Point road parking area this time. We would feel more comfortable being around who we know are like minded people. Hope to see you there!
Written June 26, 2017
At MY STAGE of life, I like to gild the lily! Clothes for me, but I know that there are supposedly those types of beaches there. Only hearsay, mind you, but, hey, check it out and see what is there. Have not been to BI in over forty years, so lots has changed, including me!
Have fun, whatever you decide!
Written June 26, 2017
Just to let you know, these are NOT the bluffs you see on the ferry ride over. Those bluffs are up at the Clay Head trail in the northern part of the island, off Corn Neck road. Mohegan Bluffs are at the Southeastern part of the island, next door to the Southeast Light lighthouse, in case you want to edit your post.
Written June 3, 2017
I believe we counted 144 in all, landings included. Enjoy!! It's worth every step!!
Written November 6, 2016
hi, how you doing? Mohegan Bluffs or New Port cliff... which one you suggests for one day trip?
Written August 20, 2015
Never been to Newport Cliff. Beautiful view from the bluffs. I think we walked down stairs to a beach. Check out the labyrinth.
Written August 24, 2015
Hi! I've read previous information regarding the "Bluffs" beach as being clothing optional. Has anyone found that to be true?
Written July 4, 2015
Didn't see anyone in the buff at the bluffs...no bluffing! ...we'll maybe a few birds......
Written August 21, 2015
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