Gorgeousness! No crowds…read more Love this Rhode Island beach which is only open for part of the year. Off season.

This is a well known haven for rock hounders and surfers. Unfortunately the access is limited to…read morelocal residents during the beach season. There is a multitude of naturally tumbled rocks of all colors and types. The surf was up and we observed several surfers enjoying the day as well. Parking is very limited and most of Moonstone Beach road is littered with no parking and private property signage, but the no parking zone is apparently not frequently enforced during the off season.

Born and raised in the ocean state I have been to every beach in RI (public and private) this is…read moreone of my top beaches.. it does get a bit crowded with families/kids so if you are looking for a more secluded quiet beach.. go somewhere else or come late afternoon/night. (Just being honest) prices are great just $6 for resident parking, lots of spaces, your car won't be crammed into a spot. Not a long walk from parking to beach. Food is decent.. the kids (well young adults) who work here are so friendly, which you don't find anywhere anymore. Sand is soft and beautiful, water is clear, not rocky or any seaweed.. waves are just enough.. peaceful, fun but won't over power you.

I been coming to this beach for over 20 years. It has a more chill vibe. Lucked out, school hasn't…read moreended and the weather was warm but not crazy hot. So the place was on the quiet side, which is a plus in my books. When you're smushed in like sardines I am not a fan. 6 bucks on weekdays can't beat that. Definitely get beach pass it will be worth it if you are in state.

The good: big parking lot, short walk to the beach, food and drinks shop, souvenirs/beach…read moreaccessories shop, lifeguard, The bad: small beach( people sitting way too close for my comfort) , lifeguard announcements , small and not so clean bathrooms.

Vacations in Narragansett, RI are a tradition. We rent a large vacation home close to Scarborough…read moreBeach. We can walk to beach if interested. Scarborough is a State Beach with lifeguards until 6 pm. The grandchildren over the years enjoy making sand castles, jumping the waves, and walking along the shoreline. The surf here is more gentle than nearby Narragansett Beach. Scarborough State Beach with its large pavilion and expanded beach area, with the nearby Scarborough South, offers a wide range of beach related activities. People of all ages can find activities of interest from sun bathing on Scarborough's sandy beach, and people watching on its boardwalk to picnicking under shaded shelters, and saltwater bathing in one of Rhode Island's most popular spots.

The South Kingstown Town Beach is right next to our beach in Matunuck. The town beach is only open…read moreto South Kingstown residents at this point. Approximately 650 season passes and 1,800 daily passes are annually. The beach is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. It's a great place for families since the playground allow kids to do non-beach activities as well.

Like 3.5/5 so I'll round up to four. One of my cousins lives in the South Kingstown area and we…read morewent here today. It's $10 for residents and I believe $15 or more for non-residents. It was much quieter and with less people than Narragansett beach would have been, though. What knocks it down to 3.5 for me is that it's very rocky. I went into the ocean but you have to walk over some rocks before getting to the sandy part, so I didn't bother. Walking back to where we were sitting was also rocky. On your way out there are restrooms and also a foot shower, which was nice.

We walked on this beach this morning, before the crowds…read more This State Beach is not far from our Roy Carpenter's beach, so it's easy to go from one to the other. Many people rate this beach as the best State beach in RI. The sand is soft and the beach area is ample. Lots of people come here, there's lots of parking. Electric vehicle charging stations are available for 4 hours max while enjoying the beach.

This is a beautiful and clean beach. Lined with beautiful sand dunes. The soft sand makes it…read moreenjoyable to go for a long walk. Large parking makes it easy to find a spot. There were bathrooms and a little spot to get some basic food and drinks. Would definitely come again.

Bonnet shores / Narragansett beach .. been coming here since I was a baby- literally. . Now I come…read morehere with my family.. new friends , old friends etc.. one of the cleanest beaches in RI. Always a great day here in the sand

This beach is crazy beautiful. Its so quiet and serene. Theres no big waves, only little ones which…read moreis great for kids and dogs. Beach is super clean and everyone was very friendly! Given the chance i would definitely come back.

This is by far my favorite beach in Rhode Island. It such a sweet spot near Dave's Coffee and has…read morethe nicest, cleanest, beach. The only downside is you do have to get here extra early for parking because by 9:30 (especially during high season) the parking lot gets full. I highly recommend carpooling and coming in a small vehicle. Makes your chances of finding working even better. There aren't any nearby places for food or drink so pack a cooler and bring it over with some snacks. No dogs allowed during peak season. Must pay for parking. They take credit cards. Lifeguards are available in certain parts. Very quiet beach and a perfect spot to come relax in the summer.

Looks like a beautiful beach!! Although we visited in November, my partner thought it looked…read more'quaint'. I'm sure it doesn't look the same when it's loaded with beach goers!! The parking lot is pretty small so I'm sure it fills up quickly. I'm not sure what the facilities are like when the beach is open, but they have one old wooden structure there...not all the new buildings and pavement most of the RI beaches have (quaint?).

What is there not to love about a clean, beautiful, Rhode Island beach?…read more Came out here for a quick girl's beach day. We drove a whole 2 hours to get here and the trip sure was worth it. Beaches in New York are definitely not all that so we decided to hit up the Rhode. It did not disappoint! Let's start by saying it was only $14 to park for the whole day! There are restrooms/changing rooms on premises. Everything is compostable so no flushing but the restrooms sure were pretty clean. No running water so you're kinda stuck with just hand sanitizer. I would recommend staying away from yellow, just let it mellow. The area is pretty isolated, it doesn't get too too packed. There's a limit of how much parking is available so it can only get "packed" up to a certain point. Bottom line: come to this beach. This is all I know but don't tell everyone about it. When things become popular they quickly get ruined. I know, I should've not reviewed it but I couldn't stay greedy. You're welcome, LOL, enjoy!

We had a great day here today! It was like 100 in the city but the perfect temp on the beach. We…read morearrived a little after 3 and the signs all said that the lot was full. We figured that people would have had to have left by then so we took a chance and drive down anyhow. When we got to the girl, we asked if they had spots and she said yes! It was $7 and we found a spot right away. Parking can be limited but they have bathrooms and the walk to the beach is only a few steps away. The beach is long and narrow with plenty of room for everyone with space in between. We headed to the right and settled just past the area that they monitor. We set ourselves up with our chairs, umbrella and Italian grinders! The beach is clean and well taken care of! I was surprised that the bathrooms had already been locked for the evening and it was only 6:30. I mean, we did pay to use the facilities... closing them before 7 on a peak summer weekend is a bit excessive. Check out the spot closest to where you park. The water is completely still and would make the perfect place to sit and enjoy the peace and quiet.

I think this is one of the best beaches in the area…read more There are lots of sandy spots to walk, lay, sit and relax. There are many places to get food or drinks around. It's accessible by public transportation or by car.....During the summer season, parking is free after 5pm, so that makes it easy for those wanting to save some bucks. I could not find a public restroom open after 5pm, but I believe they are open during the paid parking hours. Great for surfing during those windy days.

This is one of the best beaches in the east coast I've been to. It is so clean and not too crowded…read more We try to avoid crowds. I love freedom and space. So we came on a gloomy weekday. Parking on the streets was easy. The staff were so kind, they helped us carrying the wagon down the stairs to the beach. Beach pass is $12 for the family. The beach was so clean. It is therapeutic to see the ocean and the horizon to the end without any human intervention. This town is so cute and nice. I would totally come back again.

Great little state beach to have the Rhode Island experience. The ocean, the food ,the people, the…read moreboats and the views...it's all here. The biggest challenge is parking. The regulars line up here at least an hour before the gate opens around 8. There's some free, time bound parking around but the city parking folks do keep track of the time so make sure you are too so you're not coming back to a ticket if you take too long. There's also some private pay lots that typically fill up by 10 am on weekends, 11 weekdays. The water is typically always clean and the waves are mild. Sit near the rocks on the right to get the best views of the fishing boats and pleasure boaters leaving and coming into the port of Galilee. You've got George's and Champlains for snacks if you're not into the concessions on the pavilion. All around great spot but minus a star for the parking sitch.

Salty Brine State Beach is a tiny beach, barely 100 yards long, with gentle surf set close to the…read morebusy Galilee docks and several seafood restaurants. We go several times during the season, to check out the view and to spend time with friends that love to meet us there. Sitting inside the three-mile-long sea wall and protected from the surf, it is ideal for young children. As you sit on the beach, you can see fishing boats, pleasure boats, and ferries going by. Formerly known as Galilee State Beach, Salty Brine State beach was dedicated in 1990 to Rhode Island's most widely recognized radio personality, Salty Brine. The parking lot gets full quickly, so plan accordingly. There's an energy efficient beach pavilion with lifeguard tower, coin operated hot showers powered by solar hot water panels, public restrooms, wheelchair accessibility, food concessions, and a boardwalk along the jetty with overlook platforms, picnic tables, and shade gazebo. The parking lot at Salty Brine beach is for the use of the beachgoers only. Electric vehicle charging stations are available for 4 hours max while enjoying the beach.