Click on the "Trail Map (PDF)" button to download a PDF of the trail map that you can print and take with you on the trail.

Avenza maps are special, free maps that you can use in the Avenza app on your smart phone. These maps let you see your location on the map as you walk. Download the Avenza App for free in the Apple App Store or on Google Play

Click on the Avenza Trail Map button to "purchase" the free map for this trail from the Avenza map store. If this is your first time, Avenza will ask you to set up an account to check out. However, all Avenza trail maps listed on ExploreRI are free.

In Rhode Island the primary hunting seasons typically run from the second Saturday in September to the last day of February and from the third Saturday in April to the last day in May, however this can vary from year to year and depends on what game is being hunted. During hunting season you should wear at least 200 square inches (a hat OR a vest) of blaze orange. During shotgun deer season, which is typically in December, you should wear at least 500 square inches of blaze orange (a hat AND a vest). For more information see the RI DEM website.

One of Newport's premier destinations, the Cliff Walk runs for 3.5 miles one-way along the scenic, rocky coast and past Newport's famous mansions. The section between First Beach and 40 steps is paved and easy for around two-thirds of a mile. The trail gets more rugged as you go south (see map). Restrooms are available seasonally at 40 Steps and at First Beach. The best parking options are at First Beach and on Narragansett Avenue between Ochre Point Avenue and the Cliff Walk. The walk can be quite crowded during the summer and parking can also be challenging. There are many entrances to the Cliff Walk. See the map for details. The trailheads specifically listed here are the two ends of the Cliff Walk and the entrance at Narragansett Avenue/40 Steps.

City of Newport Guide to Newport's Parks

Cliff Walk Website

Dogs: Dogs must be leashed and picked up after at ALL times.

Other Amenities: Restrooms and water are available seasonally at Easton's Beach and at the point on the path known as "40 Steps," at the end of Narragansett Avenue.

Cliff Walk North End (Easton's Beach) Trailhead

Driving Landmarks: The north end of the Cliff Walk is at Memorial Boulevard. The closest parking is 1/4 mile east at Easton's Beach.

Parking: Yes: Parking lot, no overnight parking

ADA Accessible Parking Spaces? Yes

Coordinates: 41° 29.111' N    71° 17.854' W   See this location in: Google Maps   Acme Maps

Narragansett Avenue/40 Steps Entrance

Driving Landmarks: Narragansett Avenue ends at the Cliff Walk. There is on street parking along Narragansett Avenue in the last block before the Cliff Walk

Parking: Yes: On street, no overnight parking

ADA Accessible Parking Spaces? No

Coordinates: 41° 28.55' N    71° 17.839' W   See this location in: Google Maps   Acme Maps

Cliff Walk South End Trailhead

Driving Landmarks: The south end of the Cliff Walk is at the corner of Coggeshall Avenue and Bellevue Avenue. The lack of nearby parking makes this entrance less useful to people who are arriving by car.

Parking: No

Coordinates: 41° 27.358' N    71° 18.663' W   See this location in: Google Maps   Acme Maps