How do you get to Block Island in the winter?

Block Island Ferry: provides year-round service from Point Judith, RI. This is the only Ferry that can take vehicles to the island and reservations for vehicles are required. Passenger reservations are recommended. For information please visit www.blockislandferry.com or call (401) 783-4613.



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Block Island to Yourself The wind is strong during the winter but there will be days when it is warm enough (with average temperatures ranging from 27-45°F) to walk on the empty beach. Plus the winter sky on the island produces some of the most amazing sunsets, which you can see all by yourself or with a loved one.

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What is the shortest crossing to Block Island? The shortest ferry crossing to Block Island is the high-speed ferry service from Point Judith, Rhode Island.

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It is recommended you leave yourself at least 45 min-1 hour prior to sailing time to arrive at the ferry terminal.

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Block Island is a summer destination. The peak season runs from Mid-June to Labor Day, but it would also be nice to visit either end of the season – in May or September.

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The Block Island Medical Center is a Primary Care Facility providing community health care, able to handle urgent and emergent needs.

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Block Island Ferry: provides year-round service from Point Judith, RI. This is the only Ferry that can take vehicles to the island and reservations for vehicles are required.

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Think food and drinks overlooking the ocean, boutique-lined streets, spectacular natural sights and some of the most unspoiled white sand beaches in the country. Hop on a bike or moped and get exploring charming streets, dramatic cliffs, quiet beaches and pristine nature trails.

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Unfortunately, there are no public campgrounds or designated tent camping areas on Block Island. Camping is not allowed on the beaches or in public parks. If you're looking for beach camping options, you might consider nearby Watch Hill in Rhode Island or Shelter Island in New York.

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Each season brings it's own delights, though summer is clearly the most popular time to be on the island. In season (Early May to Late October) everything is open, all of the shops, restaurants, rentals, hotels and inns.

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From July 4th to Labor Day, especially on weekends, Block Island is extremely crowded. If you plan to visit in the height of summer, do so during the week in order to enjoy all the island has to offer without fighting the crowds that daytrip by ferry on weekends.

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This year round ferry service takes about one hour and drops off in Old Harbor. This is the only car ferry service to Block Island. This is a highspeed passenger ferry that drops off in Old Harbor.

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Being a coastal destination, seafood is the most popular type of food you'll find on the island. Can you walk everywhere on Block Island? The main tourist area is highly walkable, but there are parts of the island you cannot get to unless you rent a bike or moped.

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Incorporated in 1672 as the only town on the island of Block Island, New Shoreham is the smallest town in the smallest state in the United States.

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The roughly 1,000 full-time residents who keep the island running — teachers, policemen, bank tellers, town employees, volunteer firefighters and EMTs — have long been unable to afford the median $1.2-million sales price for a home. Now, many are also struggling to find rentals that they can afford year-round.

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The summer retreat's reputation for partying, not its natural beauty, came to the fore in August after fights broke out at a free music festival at Ballard's Beach Resort and, later that same night, on the Block Island Ferry.

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Top ways to experience nearby attractions. My husband and I went to block Island for a day trip..we had Migs Rig Taxi for a private taxi tour of the island 75.00 for about an hour and half tour ..

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