Natural beauty in a country beach town.
South County Rhode Island has some of the best hidden gem beaches along the eastern corridor. The New York Times recently provided a review of the many beaches to choose from. Bike down the road from your house to Green Hill Beach or drive and park at your private lot across the street. Green Hill is a relatively private beach that is largely accessible only to neighborhood residents as there is no public parking lot for people to travel in. Rhode Island has 100 miles of coastline - be sure to consider the many beaches that are all within biking distance or twenty minutes drive of your house - each with their own vibe and amenities. From Watch Hill where you can visit the famous Ocean House up to Narragansett with their surfing spots all the way up to Newport and the Cliff Walk, the beaches are pristine and and beautiful.
Watch Hill: A small, beautiful old coastal town. Fun for a day trip, kids enjoy the still running carousel and you can walk the streets for a bit of shopping. Stop by East Beach for ocean time.
Misquamicut: Stop by this beach town for a bit more activity. Surrounded by a water park with slides, some small amusement rides and great fish & chips on the water. The drive in movie theater is usually showing some classics throughout the summer.
South Kingstown Town Beach: The entrance is located just down the street from the Vanilla Bean. Always a good idea to grab an ice cream and walk over to the beach. Has a playground on the beach, a pavillion for changing, sand volleyball courts and spots to bbq. All That Matters (yoga studio in Wakefield) usually hosts morning yoga on the beach all summer (and it’s pretty incredible).
Charlestown Town Beach: Has a town beach parking lot for access.
Green Hill: The beach just down from the house in Green Hill. No public access point, mostly private parking lots. Also a spot that many surfers will seek out when the weather is just right.
East Matunuck State Beach: Just down the road from the Matunuck Oyster Bar, this is a very popular beach that has a large changing pavillion with a few food options.
Narragansett: One of the largest beaches in the area, this is the spot that surfers love and has a large town area surrounding. You can spend a whole day in Narragansett.
Block Island: Take the ferry from Point Judith to spend a day on Block Island. Rent mopeds to drive around the island or ride your bikes. Spend the afternoon at Ballard’s Beach just off the ferry to enjoy drinks and food before you come home.
Newport: Only 30 minutes away, Newport has much to offer from its food, beaches and culture. Take a day to go sailing or go along the cliff walk and see the mansions of the Rockefeller era.
