It goes without saying that Rhode Island is one of the most beautiful states. The diversity in the landscape crammed into such a tiny place creates unique photo opportunities and striking views. From the coastline to fall foliage, here are 15 photos so lovely it’s hard to believe they’re real.
- The vibrant colors of the leaves changing aside a lake in Burrillville are striking.
Flickr/Rick Payette
- It’s hard to believe this sculpture of a whale fluke made entirely out of sand is real!
Flickr/Matt
- The stunning hues in this shot of the Wrentham House are out of this world.
Flickr/Martin de Lusenet
- This photo taken in Misquamicut has a beautiful skyline.
Flickr/Patrick Franzis
- The photo of a silhouette of someone taking in the breathtaking views of the Newport Marina at sunset is amazing.
Flickr/Roman Iakoubtchik
- This photo of a harbor in Newport on a stormy day is beautiful.
Flickr/Artur Staszewski
- This shot of the sun setting over India Point Park with Providence in the background is amazing.
Flickr/Timothy Burling
- Autumn leaves scattered on the surface of a lake in Pascoag is a magical site.
Flickr/Rick Payette
- The clean sky and open sea make up this powerful photo taken in Block Island.
Flickr/Michael Levine-Clark
- Block Island is home to many other unbelievable sights. Take a look at this amazing image of one the island’s many beaches.
Flickr/Alexander Rabb
- The fall foliage in the backdrop of this photo of Peterson Farm in the town of Harmony are out of this world.
Flickr/Rick Payette
- The sun setting in this image of Beavertail is unbelievable.
Flickr/Shobeir Ansari
- This image of Point Judith Lighthouse might be a classic Rhode Island image, but there is still something unbelievable about its beauty.
Flickr/Roger LeJeune
- Barren trees reflecting off the water at Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge inspired this breathtaking photo.
Flickr/U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
- This amazing photo of downtown Newport is unbelievable.
Flickr/Joey Lax-Salinas
All of these photos showcase the beauty of the smallest state, but are in no way all encompassing. Can you think of other places in Rhode Island that are ideal for unbelievable photos?
Flickr/Rick Payette
Flickr/Matt
Flickr/Martin de Lusenet
Flickr/Patrick Franzis
Flickr/Roman Iakoubtchik
Flickr/Artur Staszewski
Flickr/Timothy Burling
Flickr/Michael Levine-Clark
Flickr/Alexander Rabb
Flickr/Shobeir Ansari
Flickr/Roger LeJeune
Flickr/U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Flickr/Joey Lax-Salinas
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