Misquamicut State Beach

Rhode Island State Beach

PetsNot allowed

Misquamicut State Beach entrance fee

Seasonal parking fee at the state beaches; RI DEM publishes the rates in state regulation 250-RICR-100-00-8 rather than on the park page.

Misquamicut State Beach hours

In-Season Hours & Parking: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday-Friday; 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM on weekends & holidays. Gates close at sunset.

Hours as published by RI State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

About Misquamicut State Beach

Half a mile of beachfront at Westerly and the busiest state beach in Rhode Island, with a playground, concessions, shade gazebos and both outdoor and heated indoor showers. The car park reaches capacity on sunny summer days.

Things to do

  • 🛶 Paddling
  • 🏊 Swimming
  • 🎣 Fishing

Amenities & facilities

  • 🚿 Showers
  • 🚻 Restrooms
  • ⛺ Screened Shelters
  • 🛝 Playground
  • 🚤 Boat Ramp
  • ♿ Accessible Facilities
  • 🚫 No pets allowed

Contact

Phone401-322-8910

Address257 Atlantic Avenue, Westerly, RI

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