Newport’s largest public beach featuring a historic carousel, Save The Bay Aquarium, and beachfront events. Located at the start of the famous Cliff Walk with views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Beaches for Swimming
Roger Wheeler State Beach
A protected beach in Point Judith with calm waters ideal for children. Features modern facilities, playground equipment, and seasonal lifeguards making it perfect for families with young children.
East Beach
East Beach is Galveston’s largest beach park, known as the “party beach” where alcohol is permitted and live music events frequently take place. Located at the far eastern tip of the island, the beach features a pavilion, boardwalk, and entertainment stage hosting events throughout the summer. The area is home to the annual American Institute […]
Sachuest Beach (Second Beach)
A mile-long beach adjacent to the Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge. Features excellent surf conditions, scenic views, and proximity to hiking trails with diverse coastal wildlife.
East Matunuck State Beach
A barrier beach between Block Island Sound and Potter Pond with excellent swimming and fishing. Features a modern pavilion with solar panels and nearby access to kayaking in the salt pond.
Goosewing Beach
A pristine barrier beach managed by The Nature Conservancy adjacent to South Shore Beach. Offers a natural beach experience with important nesting habitat for piping plovers and other shorebirds.
Charlestown Breachway
A channel connecting Ninigret Pond to the Atlantic Ocean with adjacent beach areas. Popular for saltwater fishing, RV camping, and bird watching with access to both pond and ocean waters.
Horseneck Beach
A 2-mile barrier beach on Buzzards Bay with panoramic views and rolling surf. Features camping facilities, excellent bird watching in adjacent salt marshes, and consistent breezes for windsurfing.
Nahant Beach
A 2.5-mile beach on a causeway connecting Nahant peninsula to the mainland. Features a promenade ideal for walking and jogging with volleyball courts and convenient access from Boston and its suburbs.
Old Silver Beach
A popular Cape Cod beach on Buzzards Bay known for warm waters, gentle slope, and western exposure perfect for sunset viewing. Divided into town resident and public sections with amenities at both.