Timeline
17:14
Walk the grounds of Fort Adams State Park. This historic site offers open spaces and a sense of history before the evening light fades.
18:04
Find a spot on the grounds facing WSW to watch the sunset. The fort's orientation provides a clear view of the sun setting over the water.
18:24
Stay for the golden light and the transition into twilight. The atmosphere shifts as the day ends and the fort's stone structures take on a softer hue.
18:49
Check the route for transport to find a place for dinner and a drink after dark. Newport has many options, but you will need to plan the travel from the park.
Local tip
The fort is large. Arrive early enough to walk around and find a good vantage point without rushing.
Check before you go
- Sunset times vary by month. On Jan 15 it is 16:40, Apr 15 is 19:25, Jul 15 is 20:17, and Oct 15 is 18:04.
- Fort Adams State Park is open to the public. Check current hours if visiting outside of standard daylight hours.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Newport (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).