A small city beach on Greenwich Bay known for its many seafood restaurants and clam shacks. Features a boat ramp, fishing area, and the famous Oakland Beach clam cakes and chowder tradition.
Rhode Island Beaches
Ballard’s Beach
A private beach on Block Island (but open to the public) with full-service amenities including beach chair and umbrella service, restaurant, and bar. Features live music and entertainment during summer months.
East Matunuck Town Beach
A town-operated beach adjacent to the state beach with similar amenities but often less crowded. Popular with locals for swimming, surfing, and fishing with views of Block Island on clear days.
South Shore Beach
A town beach in rural Little Compton adjacent to Goosewing Beach Preserve. Features a mix of sand and stones with a natural, uncrowded atmosphere and beautiful coastal landscape.
King’s Beach
A free public beach along Ocean Road in Narragansett with interesting rock formations and good surf conditions. Less developed than nearby state beaches but offers scenic views and easy access.
Third Beach
A gentle beach on the Sakonnet River with calm waters perfect for families with small children. Popular for windsurfing, kayaking, and other water sports with boat launch facilities available.
Ninigret Park Beach
A freshwater beach on a pond within Ninigret Park, a 227-acre town park. Features a nature center, playground, bike paths, and sports facilities alongside the swimming area.
Warren Town Beach
A small town beach on Warren Town Beach on the eastern shore of Narragansett Bay. Features playground equipment, pavilion, and picnic areas with calm waters suitable for children.
Barrington Town Beach
A family-friendly town beach on Narragansett Bay with calm waters and a lifeguarded swimming area. Features playground equipment, picnic tables, and convenient amenities in a residential setting.
Conimicut Point Beach
A small beach at the northern tip of Warwick with views of Conimicut Lighthouse and the entrance to Providence River. Features picnic areas, fishing spots, and a relaxed atmosphere.