Amazing ocean views. Plenty of places to explore during your hike. Portable bathrooms on premise. Main lobby was closed due to COVID.

Beautiful, serene walk along the ocean. Several ocean access points for those who want to fish or just relax on the rocks. There is no way that you can come away from here without feeling an inner peace.

Beautiful natural landscape at the end point, with easy walking trails and lovely lookout points onto the water. The only place that would let us park in all of Middletown. All the beaches and water access is member only, resident only and otherwise restricted to anyone visiting. Luckily we were able to get out of the car and enjoy the views and some nature. The center was closed and they had closed multiple trails as well.

Tired of the mass of humanity in Newport? The Wildlife Refuge is a great place to hike a couple of easy (1 1/2 mile) level trails along the coast, marvel at the surf and relax. Nice beaches in the area as well. When you have recharged your battery you can return to Newport and rejoin the crowds...

I would give ten stars if i could! my partner and i had an absolutely lovely midday stroll and dip in the water. a beautiful gull landed right beside me while i worked on a watercolor. and we saw some beautiful rocks! will absolutely be back.

Absolutely love this place. 1 1/2 mile trail, TONS of wildlife (the deer font run, they will stay close for pictures). Unfortunately no dogs/pets are allowed. Outstanding welcome/information center. Great fishing!!

Beautiful place to walk and enjoy the view. Cant wait to go again.

First time visiting and it was a wonderful time. Great views! I highly recommend coming here. You wont regret it

I always see something amazing there, including a Snowy Owl, a Tree Swallow migration, and a rainbow over the ocean. The trail is easy and has a panoramic ocean view.

Love love love this place! Beautiful scenery, so calm & tranquil by the water! Lots of places to stop and look out over the water! Just remember to take out what you bring in!!

Beautiful place for a walk. After being stuck in the house the smell of the ocean and the breeze that came with it awesome.

Every visit is a new adventure. A 2 mile walk yesterday in the pouring rain was invigorating and visually stimulating.️

Wide open trails. Great ocean views. The beach access points are a bit narrow and steep for older folks. Get there early for parking; we had to cruise the lot for about 20 minutes for a spot, but well worth the wait.

A beautiful place to spend your time. There are couple of trails which takes you around giving views to the shore from multiple points. And there there are at least couple of beaches which looked very good too. The only problem is that there are not much parking places here, apart from that its worth a visit.

This is a beautiful retreat in the middle of Middletown. I didnt even know this place existed. This rocketed as one of my favorite places in Rhode Island.

One of my favorite places to visit. Home of many deer and the popular snowy owls. Beautiful views of the Atlantic ocean. Nice clear walking trail, lots of parking and visitors center with restrooms. Highly recommend visiting any time of year!

Great hike! You can jump down on the rocks and walk along the ocean and check out the tide pools or stay on the main trail. Either way, it is beautiful.

What a beautiful place to social distance and get some exercise. Spectacular views!

Beautiful area to walk, watch birds and see a great view of the ocean.

Great wildlife. Went there this afternoon and saw a deer, a group of eiders, and over a hundred sandpipers.

This is a great place for walking/ hiking with your family. It has flat, easy trails with benches along the way but you can also veer off and go explore the rocks as well. We saw plenty of flowers and wildlife so it can be a teaching opportunity too. The views are awe inspiring!! Kids will love it and parents will enjoy it.

One of the most beautiful wildlife management areas in our beautiful Ocean State. Great fishing also!

Nice trailsFantastic ocean views along the rocky shore.

Even in winter, it is a beautiful place to walk around and view the birds. The staff at the visitors center were friendly and helped us try to identify the species we saw during our visit. We were surprised at how wide and flat the trail system is.

Beautiful. There are 2 or 3 main paths you can hike. One is along the coast and its gorgeous. We did that one. Abt 1.5 miles. Or you can merge with the other loop and total will be about 3 miles. The other loop is more inland.

First time here foe a little winter trek. Hoping to see some wildlife and get lucky. Trails are manicured and marked well. Few miles of different tracks. Multiple overlooks of the coastline with specified zones to go down to the water. Deer were everywhere some walked right in front of me. Bird and raptor signage said this spot has some rare visitors to watch out for. I drive a car poor in the snow and sometimes going to these areas are dicey. Roads were nice and paved all the way to the parking lot. There is a wildlife center there opened seasonally that looked nice.

This is probably the best nature preserve trail that weve hiked on while weve lived in Newport. I love the coastal views, and accessibility to the small beach areas, and cliffs. There are plenty of opportunities to take amazing photos, and observe plenty of the natural habitat and animals. The trails are also very well maintained, and at least 3-4 ft wide along all of the routes, which is wider than many. Parking is also free, but it is not intended for people going to the beach down the street.

A wonderful hiking trail along the Atlantic Ocean and Sakonnet River

Treasured land. Beautiful vistas. A place to de-stress. Easy walking. Bathroom facilities with small museum.

I love this park! Great views

Absolutely breath taking! A place for connecting with nature and great views!

Well worth your time in Newport. Great views within a family friendly hiking environment.

One of the most beautiful and scenic places in all of Rhode Island. A bird lovers paradise and a must-see if youre headed this way!!!

Great place to bring kids, even in the winter (though I would highly recommend cold weather gear because the wind can be bitter cold). Trails are well maintained and scenery is breathtaking. There are also beautiful and informative hands-on displays inside the visitor center, including exhibits of the local flora and fauna and even some history of the area. There are a couple telescopes for looking out over the breakers as well. My kids (ages 7, 5, 3, and 1) really enjoyed our visit

Have walked this point hundreds of times! Love the sights and sounds and the peace it brings to my soul...

Wide well maintained trails in a beautiful ocean setting.

I absolutely love going here to take photos, unfortunately staff doesnt enforce rules... for example people that dont know better that approach the snowy owl, or people going there with dogs. Its a very special place that should be monitored outside, not just people in the building. This photo was taken by me, from there.

Great scenic hike. The trail is wide and flat enough to bring a stroller if you have a little one with you.

Very accessible walk. Great for young kids or with kids in a stroller.

One of the few natural, peaceful hiking areas on Aquidneck Island. Definitely a gem.

Family friendly and nature interactive. You can swim and snorkel during the warmer months. You can see deer and sea life all year around depending on time of day. Skipping stones are in an abundance...easily rivaling anywhere on Ocean Drive. Plus, Flos Clam Shack and Anthonys Seafood are right around the corner. Grab a stuffed quahog or clam cakes for a true southern NE experience.

Great place for a nice walk, to bird watch, or to get some amazing views of the water.

A beautiful place to visit and enjoy views of the sea and land as well as wildlife. Theres a visitor center with some great exhibits and information. A gift shop and bathrooms are available too. Wide paths throughout the area mean that a wheelchair can also work here. On the southeast corner you can see Sakonnet Point lighthouse.In short, a scenic wildlife refuge worthy of all the photographs you can take.

One of the best birding spots in the Northeast! Highly recommended!

Nice views and walking trails. Great for the family

I take walls every week here. Some of the most beautiful scenes around the island can be found here.

Beautiful nature sanctuary with water views in every direction. Nice nature trails and very informative visitors center

A really nice walk, well worth thevisit

Scenic walk with beautiful views and excellent photo opportunities

Nice place to visit and take kids. Lots of free parkig. Very knowledgeable staff clean restrooms. Hiking trails with a ton of wildlife placards so you can learn about local wildlife and the History of the area.

Great little park. About 3 miles of trails. Beautiful coastline! Free parking as well.

Wonderful place to take a short hike along the shore! Plenty of beautiful birds to be admired.

Beautiful little hike. Fun to explore. Saw some deer and wildlife. No elevation change on the walk. Great views.

Middletowns best kept secret!

Great place to enjoy being outside!

Very warm day but a lovely breeze

Remarkable ocean views, beautiful birds and trails. Stunning

Amazing place. A hidden paradise in RI. Easy parking and nice trails. You must visit.

Love Sachuest. Gorgeous views and trails.

Beautiful area right on the coast. Beaches range from sandy bathing areas to pebble to jagged rough boulders. Many scenic overlooks. Had a whitetail deer come up within 6 feet of us and then stay there!

Crisp, fresh air off the water and beautiful views from this peninsula. Great place to visit!

Beautiful area to take in forest nature and the ocean at the same time. Ive seen deer, birds, and the owl that perches on the roof of the center. Visitor Center closes at 4 PM. No toilet in that area, but there are other spots nearby by a short drive outfitted with portapotties.

This is one of the most underrated locations on Aquidneck Island. Forget the wealthy and material junk the tourist seem to come here for. Forget beaches 1,2, and 3. This place is closer to what God has in mind when he created Rhode Island. Good hiking and not overly crowded.

This was our second visit and this is a gorgeous place to visit. The walking trails are easy to navigate and views are gorgeous. There is a snowy owl near the welcome center which is an incredible site.

Pleasant experience, nicely groomed trails. Beautiful views

I like the trails and it is near the ocean bring your own chairs

Absolutely stunning geology and ocean views!

Great place for walking trails, scenic views and wildlife

One of the best places on Aquidneck Island to walk and enjoy nature. Well maintained trails and excellent visitor center. If youre lucky you may get to see a snowy owl.

Its like visiting another continent. One of the Ocean States best kept secrets. Take your camera!

Exceptional location for photography. Nicely kept trails.

Nice trails, beautiful nature and interesting animals

Short hikes, but amazing views. Went in January and saw deer and a couple different Hawks. Would definitely go again.

Love this place! Beautiful views. Hiking for all ages and abilities. Always seeing wildlife here. Deer, bunnies, & fuzzy caterpillars. Our whole family loves it.

Nice walking path water/waves were just beautiful. No seaglass.

This is one of my favorite spots to walk and enjoy the ocean and nature lots of different animals two weeks ago I saw two baby deer fawns with spots playing and hopping over the bushes a dark-colored mink.

Beautiful walk with stunning views.

Serene, beautiful views.

The beaches are beautiful! Some great finds while sea shell hunting.

Nice walk with great views and lots of wildlife.

Beautiful views of the Atlantic ocean

Didnt see a lot of wildlife, but did see some great ocean swells from Hurricane Teddy.

You cannot miss this place if you are looking to enjoy nature and explore.

One of my favorite places to walk!

Such a beautiful place. I came here multiple times during my trip to Newport to walk around and explore. Loved seeing all the plants and wildlife. Also such beautiful views!!

Beautiful and windy but the views gorgeous

A very good place to raise environmental awareness. Good hiking trails. Free.

Such a great visit. I was in Newport for 3 days and came here twice to do the trails. Saw so many birds and beautiful plants. Really worth the visit and exploring the grounds! Parking is free and not too hard to find.

Such a beautiful place and right near the beaches. Sometimes I’ll just sit on the overlook and watch the birds and read. Very peaceful but parking can be difficult.

Beautiful Vista of the shore with a well kept hiking path around the refuge. The place has a interesting visitor center with spotless restroom facilities. Easy parking and a nice getaway from busy waterfront Newport.

Beatufil place for a walk on a nice day

Love it here. Absolutely one of my favorite spots to imerse myself in nature thats by the water. Always enjoy my walks here. Ive been coming here since my kids were very little...20 yrs.

I discovered this spot recently when i was searching for a snowy owl and was very impressed with the place. The visitors center is very good, have couple of restrooms, a small shop and displays of local wildlife. Volunteers are very helpful and informative about the wildlife sightings around. Parking lot is good sized. The loop trail is a decent walk and one can come across variety of birds, deers and if lucky, a snowy owl!

We adore this gorgeous place, in every season. Its a beautiful place for a walk on the trails or along the rocky coastline.

Great scenery. Nature. Kind people. Fresh air. Hiking trails ...relaxing

Multiple trails to hike. Trails are under 2 miles each and well marked. Lots of great views and places to drop down to the water. Recommend combining hike with visit to Fieldstones for lunch and Newport Vineyards for a late afternoon glass of wine. Snowy owls show up in January, according to help at visitors center.

Beautiful, the people are nice, and free to visit. I got great photos out here

A beautiful walk in nature

Enjoy this place very much although can be crowded at times

The trails are maintained well. The parking lot is paved. There are bathrooms available in the nature center at the main entrance or the side front entrance. The nature center is very nice and the staff is friendly. The trails are muddy after rain or snow melt. Access to the shore, from the trail is clearly marked. The trails are also very well marked. The main trail is very level and nice and wide.