About this spot
This jump spot sits along Newport's Cliff Walk, on rocky shoreline just before the gate to Rough Point (680 Bellevue Avenue), Doris Duke's former estate, now a museum. The jump-worthy rock face reaches roughly 30 feet, with smaller ledges nearby, beside a distinctive rock outcrop visible just offshore. Depth is reportedly good but unconfirmed - check on site; a climb back up is possible along the rocks nearby. The Cliff Walk is a public, federally recognized trail, but jumping here is not sanctioned, and the surrounding mansion grounds are private property, so stay off posted lawns. Surf and sharp rock are the main hazards; a storm-damaged stretch of the Walk near Narragansett Avenue has closed in recent years, so check trail conditions before visiting.
