Newport Ocean Drive & Fort Adams Loop
Renowned 10-mile coastal run on the southern tip of Aquidneck Island. Offers Atlantic surf spray, granite headlands at Brenton Point State Park, historic lighthouses, and front-row views of Newport's iconic Gilded Age oceanfront mansions.
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Perched dramatically on the cliffside apex of MA-2's legendary Mohawk Trail hairpin turn. Offers a stupendous 3-state panoramic view stretching into Vermont and New York. The roar of motorcycles accelerating out of the switchback provides the constant soundtrack to a classic Berkshire meal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many curves and miles is Newport Ocean Drive & Fort Adams Loop? ▼
Newport Ocean Drive & Fort Adams Loop spans 10.5 miles and packs approximately 38 curves (3.6 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 10 ft - 120 ft and technical rating 3/10.
Where are the start and end coordinates? ▼
The route starts at Bellevue Avenue / Gilded Age Mansions, RI (Latitude 41.4682, Longitude -71.3065) and finishes at Fort Adams State Park, RI (Latitude 41.4785, Longitude -71.3385).
How can I download the GPX file for GPS navigation? ▼
Click the "Download Free GPX" button on this guide. The standard XML file is 100% free and ready to load into Garmin zūmo, BMW Motorrad Connected, Rever, Scenic, or Google Maps.