Lonely PlanetJul 11
The best beaches in Rhode Island
Someplace nicknamed the Ocean State better have good beaches, and these six in Rhode Island do not disappoint.
3 miles of sand, calm water, family favorite
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- Watch Hill BeachSightWide beach, soft sand, mild waves, fun crowd
- St Clair AnnexRestaurantIce cream shop open since 1887
- Olympia Tea RoomRestaurantSunset cocktails
- South Shore BeachSightRocky strand, parking for Goosewing Beach
- Narragansett Town BeachSightThe southern shoreline is rocky with a…
- Warm WindsPlaceA backyard surfboard brand turned surf retailer located in Rhode Island.
- Goosewing BeachSightUnspoiled ponds, dunes, sand, remote feel
- Coast Guard HouseRestaurantRooftop nice for sunset cocktails
- Mohegan BluffsSight150ft-tall clay sea cliffs with stunning views
- Southeast LightSightLocated near Mohegan Bluffs
- Misquamicut State BeachSight3 miles of sand, calm water, family favorite
- Atlantic Beach ParkParkOffers carousel, arcade, snack bar
- Windjammer Surf BarRestaurantLive music on patio daily in summer
- Easton’s BeachSightGeared toward amusements, summer concert series
- Norman Bird SanctuaryNature reserveLocated by Second Beach
- Newport's Cliff WalkTrail3.5-mile route along cliffs with mansion views
- Save the Bay Exploration Center and AquariumMuseumLearn about Rhode Island's native ocean life
- Goosewing Beach PreserveSight
- Narragansett Surf & SkatePlace
- Watch HillNeighborhood