I've always been more of a lake guy than an ocean guy, but we ended up at Oakland Beach because we…read morewere meeting friends for dinner nearby. Since we had some time to kill, we decided to take a walk along the beach and see what it had to offer. The first thing I'll say is that this isn't the place to visit if you're looking for that classic Rhode Island beach experience. If you've spent any time at the beaches in South County, whether it's Misquamicut, East Matunuck, Charlestown, or one of the quieter stretches of shoreline, it's hard not to compare the two. Oakland Beach just doesn't have the same wide-open feel, rolling surf, clean sand, or salt air that makes those beaches worth the drive. It's a bay beach, and it feels like one. That said, it isn't without its positives. The views across Greenwich Bay are pleasant, there were plenty of families out enjoying the afternoon, and it's an easy place to take a casual stroll. The boardwalk area and nearby restaurants give it more of a neighborhood gathering spot than a true beach destination. You can grab an ice cream, watch the boats, and spend an hour or two relaxing without much effort. The beach also has restrooms, parking, and easy access, so it's convenient if you're already in the area. What kept this from being a higher rating for me was the beach itself. The water looked murky compared to what I'm used to, the sand wasn't particularly inviting, and the whole area felt a little worn around the edges. It wasn't dirty enough to make me want to leave, but it also wasn't somewhere that made me think, "I can't wait to come back and spend the day here." I found myself appreciating the scenery more than the actual beach. Overall, Oakland Beach is perfectly fine for a quick walk before dinner or if you live nearby and want to enjoy the waterfront for a little while. I just wouldn't go out of my way to make it a beach day destination. For me, South County will always be where I head when I want to spend time at the ocean. Oakland Beach serves its purpose, but it never quite escapes the feeling that it's a pleasant neighborhood waterfront rather than one of Rhode Island's great beaches.

This space is right next door to Iggy's, beach, and the beach parking lot. They renovated and added…read morea playground and splash pad as of June 2025. It's a beautiful space with plenty of benches and picnic tables. There are playscapes and climbing structures; there are no swings. There is a gazebo and plenty of places to eat nearby. It's a great spot to let the kids play and have a picnic!

Plenty of parking and a brand new board walk and entrance points into the beach spots. I can't tell…read morethey attempted to make it more accessible. Wear water shoes if you're sensitive to textures, but otherwise this was a fun and good beach.

Our trip in July 2026 to wheeler beach on a beautiful sunny day was spoiled by asbestos sheet rock…read moreashfault and so many rocks in the sand that we had to maneuver on our way to the water. Sad to see this. All other visitors were complaining of the same. People with little ones be aware

Beautiful dog-friendly beach in the offseason. Dogs must be leashed…read more There were no parking fees in the offseason which was nice. Be careful with smaller dogs as there are coyotes in the tall grass across from the beach. Beautiful and picturesque location. You can drive up further to the Sachuest Point National Wildlofe Refuge (dogs not allowed) which has beautiful views. Such a beautiful scenic drive or enjoying the beautiful sunrise.

What a beautiful beach. Way better than Easton's Beach which was super underwhelming…read more The biggest downside is the parking. We paid $30 cash for a weekday day pass as non-residents (July 2026). What a racket! There aren't any other parking options nearby either so just consider it the price of admission. To make it even more ridiculous, I believe they only accept cash or check, adding another layer of unnecessary silliness to the whole thing. Once you're on the beach though, it's absolutely gorgeous. The sand is soft, the water is clean and clear, and there are lifeguards on duty. It gets really busy with families but there's plenty of space to spread out if you come earlier in the day. The amenities are solid too. There are bathrooms, showers, changing areas, a concession stand, and when we visited there was also a Del's Lemonade food trailer. We came during a heat wave and the water was still cold so that tells you everything about the water temp. Overall, this was easily our favorite beach in the Newport area. If I had to choose between this and Easton's Beach, it's not even close. We'd come back here every time. Minus 1 star (should be 2) as the parking experience meaningfully detracted from the visit.

Beautiful clean town beach. A great family spot, I highly recommend checking it out!!!read more

This is our town beach located in beautiful Tiverton, RI…read more It's currently temporarily closed while they redesign the beach and park area. They have extended the beach line and added a bunch of sand. In doing this, the parking lot has been close to cut in half. Very eager to see the completed project.

I have been trying to get to this beach for years, it's a bit of a drive from Providence but worth…read moreit. Goosewing is a nature preserve and has a beautiful shoreline with clean clear rolling waves. The view is spectacular and you certainly feel you are on the edge of land facing the big open ocean. Parking is not cheap, but it was worth every penny. The beach was not full, I found a place away from the groups and unpacked my sandwich. I was bringing my lunch up to my mouth and suddenly I had half a sandwich in my hand and the other half was already in the gullet of a sea gull! I am Savvy, I am aware of gull habits, but this one set a new high bar. I had to laugh, the gull was surprised to find itself with a beak full of veggies. Needless to say said gull stood staring at me while I finished what remnants it left me.

11/5. O how I miss you It has been weeks!!!!! I've been…read moresick and the weather has been horrible but I still miss you private beach/ my private sanctuary!!!

Grew up in North Kingstown and spending the 4th of July here on this holiday was a monumental fun…read moretime in the Summer. From swimming, fireworks, the live Band was always a great time. Hope everyone has a fabulous 4th

Just lovely little beach and park. We visited for a gorgeous sunrise. We enjoyed watching the…read moresunrise views with boats in the water.

This beach is well positioned for a great sunrise. I came during cold December and there were alot…read moreof locals that come here for sunrise to catch a vibe. A couple even went into the water. This beach is also near Sachuest point wildlife refuge, which is a great place to go after the sunrise. I would totally come back. 10 out of 10 would recommend.

Third Beach is special. It's a a smaller beach with soft sand and calm waters. It's great for young…read morechildren as there are no waves. It's very quiet and relaxed place. It's Parking is tricky as there are not a ton of spaces. Go enjoy "Third".

Absolutely beautiful beach. The water is so clean and the views are fantastic as well as good snack…read moreand lemonade options around if you're out for the day there. It was 25 dollars a ticket and parking was easy tons and tons of spots

The kids manning the rntrance table seem to make different times as it suits them. I went there on…read morea late afternoon weekday thr first week of August and I was told I'd have to pay to get in (patking) until 8PM. Today (late Saturday afternoon) I was told it would be $40 to park until 7pm. Sorry - these irregularities have n hours (not 6pm as posted) plus jacked up prices exclude this from being "the peoples' beach."