What to do and see in New England, New England: The Best Geologic Formations

June 2, 2021 Russell Mellin

Discover the best top things to do in New England, New England including Mohegan Bluffs, Cannon Rock, Pulpit Rock, Brown's Bank, Nebraska's Notch, The Bold Coast, Tuckerman's Ravine, Schoodic Point, Schoodic Peninsula, Quechee Gorge.
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1. Mohegan Bluffs

Mohegan Trail, New Shoreham, Block Island, RI 02807 +1 800-383-2474 http://www.blockislandinfo.com/island-events/mohegan-bluffs
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Mohegan Bluffs

Two-hundred-foot cliffs with great views of the Atlantic.

Reviewed By stevendO6647JP

Beautiful! We got there at 10am only a few people there but right after that people kept constanlty coming (probably because the ferry arrives around this time which i believe is the first of the day). Honestly, even with more people its pretty big and its not crowded. Tip - keep walking right or even left to walk along shoreline and away from people. It is very rocky (small uneven rocks) so wear good shoes. As a billion other people said, there is alot of stairs but unless you have difficulty with normal stairs, this will be fine for you. Going up is of course more tiring but will only take a few minutes if you go at a slightly brisk pace. There are plenty of taxis from the ferry to take you there. I believe it was 16 or so around there bucks one way for 2 people and only takes like 5-10 minutes to get there. It is got friendly, the taxis are dog friendly and the ferry is dog friendly. **If you have a drone and want to fly it here such as a DJI drone you have to do special authorization before flying. I did not and could not fly it here due to airport nearby. Only place i could fly my drone was the northern part of the island where the other lighthouse is (there is southeast lighthouse by Mohegan bluffs) and they have a nice quiet beach area up this way too. Have fun!!

2. Cannon Rock

Prouts Neck, ME
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Cannon Rock

This rock formation was the subject of Winslow Homer's painting "Cannon Rock."

3. Pulpit Rock

East Burke, VT
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

A bare ledge that juts 1,000 feet over Lake Willoughby; offers fantastic views.

4. Brown's Bank

Plymouth, MA
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Brown's Bank

5. Nebraska's Notch

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Nebraska's Notch

Geological formation along the Lake Mansfield Trail in the Green Mountains.

6. The Bold Coast

Machias, ME http://www.maine.gov/doc/nrimc/mgs/explore/bedrock/sites/jun10.htm
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The Bold Coast

Coast comprised of high cliffs.

Reviewed By E1129TOlaurap - Surprise, United States

This is a magical area of Maine with few tourists. Lovely for painters, writers, hikers and those who enjoy quiet time.

7. Tuckerman's Ravine

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Tuckerman's Ravine

8. Schoodic Point

Arey Cove Road, Winter Harbor, ME 04693 https://www.nps.gov/acad/planyourvisit/schoodic.htm
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Schoodic Point

Reviewed By J6319RNdavidw - Peace Dale, United States

We always wanted to visit Schoodic Point while at Mount Desert Island and did so just recently. The weather was perfect and so were the views. We rode our bicycles around the loop road and it was spectacular. We have visited many spots along the Maine coast but I think that we have a new favorite.

9. Schoodic Peninsula

Bar Harbor, Mount Desert Island, ME +1 207-801-9444 http://www.acadiamagic.com/schoodic/schoodic-head.htm
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Schoodic Peninsula

Reviewed By 70clarkek - New York, United States

Recently took a a trip out to Maine. First time being there. If you want to enjoy some truly wonder sites, without a ton of people or crowds then you should check out Schoodic for sure. During our stay, we there twice. Once during the day where the scenery and shoreline is incredible. Be sure to stop by Raven's Nest where you can get a close up (but don't get TOO close) of this beautiful sheer cliff face where it meets the water. Also make sure you take a walk on the shoreline just past Blueberry Hill so that you can hear the "applauding river rocks". If you're up for it, do yourself a favor and go back at night. Find a place to park, turn your vehicle and vehicle lights off and look up at the sky. From here the Milky Way Galaxy is visible with the naked eye. You'll be glad you went.

10. Quechee Gorge

Route 4, Quechee, Hartford, VT +1 802-295-1550 http://www.quecheegorge.com
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4.5 based on 984 reviews

Quechee Gorge

Locals think of this 165-foot gap as "Vermont's Grand Canyon."

Reviewed By 365syl-ga - San Antonio, United States

Visited Quechee Gorge on Fall Foliage tour and it was a gorgeous site. The Gorge looked beautiful with the fall colors and there is a trail that goes along the river if you are able be sure to take the short hike to the falls well worth the trip. Colors are beautiful and the falling leaves in the breeze so lovely!!!

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