Though cold, it was an amazing walk! We went from end to end - stopping to enjoy the views and the snacks we brought with us. Most was not difficult to walk, but climbing on the rocks was a little challenging (though NOT impossible) - would not recommend in the rain. :) Going on this walk in December was a unique experience . Trail not crowded at all.

This is a must-do in Newport. We only walked part of it but totally enjoyed the time there. Beautiful coastal scenery and a relaxing walk from near the Chanler House to the Forty Steps. It was blocked off from there and we did not look for alternative routes. Took the free trolley #67 back to downtown. All very easy.

My wife and I hiked the entire cliff walk from end to end on a very cold and windy day that actually made it better. The walk starts off relatively easy on smooth pavement. There are a few places that you are walking on top of concise broken rock and a few places where ice had formed. The walk had great views of the different parts of Newport and across the bay to other towns. You will not get a good view of but a couple of the mansions but that is not what we were looking for. Be sure to wear sturdy hiking shoes if you plan on walking the entire length and very warm cloths as the wind coming off the ocean drops the temperature by 10 to 20°.

We’ll worth doing if in the area. It’s about 3.5 miles so be prepared for a good walk. I began where the restrooms are @ 40 steps. I walked to the beach and then back to 40 steps. I didn’t go right at forty steps because they had it closed off so while I didn’t see the whole thing, what I saw gave me a good idea of it.

The cliff walk is a lovely way to view Newport's harbor and the mansions from the back. Much of the path is paved and an easy walk. Pay attention to the signs that say when the path gets moderate or difficult - it's true. There were areas marked that had large rocks to navigate and it made me nervous as I have poor balance, but again, it was marked. I'd suggest parking more near the mid part of the path or the end, as parking near the beginning was full.

We found it very easy to catcha trolley bus from the bus station in Newport and asked the driver to let us off at the start. On the way back we asked to be dropped off in the centre. The walk is an easy 3.5 mile walk but not suitable for buggies or wheelchairs as there are steps and uneven ground. The path hugs the sea and gives you an opportunity to see the gilt edge mansions of a bye gone age. Explanation boards give an insight into this age but we used the information on our phone from a QR code which gives a lot more information and well worth doing.

The smell of sea air, the rocky coast, I could have been California coast except couldn’t find tide pools. Nice walk. Some shade, sun, rain, wind. We walked some before lunch and some after. Part of the walk has fallen into the sea. That part was barricaded off, no concerns there.

Although parts of the original cliffwalk are close due to safety concerns, the rest is definitely worth the effort. Many examples of art deco architecture and while waves crash on the rocks below. A once in a lifetime experience!

Great free thing to do in Newport! We only walked a short section near the Breakers, but I would love to do the whole trail sometime. Gorgeous scenery and lovely way to get a glimpse of the magnificent homes. We used the free trolley to drop us off and pick us up.

We walked the paved portion of the cliff walk and parked near 40 steps. It took about 30 mins from this point to the beach entrance at a leisurely pace. Nice views of the ocean and water front properties. If you are looking for a nice stroll this is it. We parked on the street near 40 steps and paid near the entrance.