Free beach access with wide sandy beaches and designated surfing areas. Features Morey’s Piers amusements nearby, the Anglesea entertainment district, and the historic Hereford Inlet Lighthouse. No beach tags required.
Beaches for Entertainment
Misquamicut State Beach
Rhode Island’s largest state beach with a half-mile of shoreline on Block Island Sound. Features a lively beach town atmosphere with arcades, restaurants, water slides, and regular events.
Nantasket Beach
A mile-long sandy beach with a historic beachfront area that was once home to the famous Paragon Park amusement center. Features a restored carousel, restaurants, and convenient access from Boston.
Salisbury Beach
A 3.8-mile stretch of Atlantic Ocean beach with a campground and recreational facilities. Features a lively beachfront area with food stands, arcade, and entertainment adjacent to the state reservation.
Weirs Beach
A popular Lake Winnipesaukee beach with an entertainment-filled boardwalk featuring arcades, restaurants, and boat cruises. Host to major events like Motorcycle Week and fireworks displays.
Hampton Beach
The crown jewel of New Hampshire’s coastline, featuring a wide sandy beach, lively boardwalk, and numerous events including the famous sand sculpture competition and weekly fireworks.