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Misquamicut State Beach
257 Atlantic Ave · Westerly, RI
Why you should go…
Misquamicut State Beach is a sandy Atlantic beach on a barrier island in Westerly, opened as a state beach in 1959 after a run of hurricanes. Lifeguards watch the swimming area during the beach season. The pavilion area has restrooms, outdoor showers, food and gift concessions, shade gazebos and a playground. You pay per vehicle to park in the large lot, and the rate is lower for Rhode Island residents and on weekdays.
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Good to know
General sport & outdoor guidance
Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.
Weather calls the shots
Check the forecast the morning of and keep an indoor backup in your pocket for the day it turns.
Shoes, water, sun cover
The three things that decide whether you last the whole outing or cut it short after an hour.
Parking and launches fill early
On a nice weekend, lots and trailheads are often full by mid-morning.
Daylight shrinks in shoulder season
Spring and fall visits need an earlier start than the same trip in July.
What's around here?
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