Timeline
15:13
Start your walk on the wooded dirt path at Black Point. The trail heads toward the bay, offering early views of the coastline and tide pools as the light begins to soften.
15:43
Reach the Black Point Trailhead. This is the best vantage point to settle in. Find a spot on the path facing west-southwest to watch the golden hour begin.
15:58
Watch the sun dip below the horizon. The golden light bathes the trees and water, creating a quiet moment before the blue hour sets in.
16:28
Walk back down the trail as the light fades. The path is free and open until dusk, so you have time to linger or head back to your car.
Local tip
The area is free year round and open from dawn to dusk. No food shops are listed nearby, so bring your own snack and water.
Check before you go
- Black Point is open from dawn to dusk.
- No food or drink facilities are available at the anchor or trailhead.
- Check the route for parking availability near Black Point.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Narragansett (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).