NARRAGANSETT, R.I. (WPRI) — The weather is getting warmer, which means Rhode Island's state beaches will soon open for the season.
Here's everything you need to know before you go:
Parking
This year, a season pass for Rhode Island residents will cost $30 (or $15 for senior residents), while non-residents can purchase a parking pass for $60 (or $30 for seniors).
Otherwise, the parking prices are as follows (all senior prices are 50% off):
| Beach | Town | Amenities Open | Monday–Friday | Saturday/Sunday, Holidays |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlestown Breachway | Charlestown | May 25 | Resident: $6 Non-resident: $12 | Resident: $7 Non-resident: $14 |
| East Beach | Charlestown | May 25 | Resident: $6 Non-resident: $12 | Resident: $7 Non-resident: $14 |
| East Matunuck | South Kingstown | May 25 | Resident: $6 Non-resident: $12 | Resident: $7 Non-resident: $14 |
| Misquamicut | Westerly | May 25 | Resident: $10 Non-resident: $20 | Resident: $15 Non-resident: $30 |
| Roger Wheeler | Narragansett | May 11 | Resident: $6 Non-resident: $12 | Resident: $7 Non-resident: $14 |
| Scarborough North | Narragansett | May 11 | Resident: $6 Non-resident: $12 | Resident: $7 Non-resident: $14 |
| Scarborough South | Narragansett | June 15 | Resident: $6 Non-resident: $12 | Resident: $7 Non-resident: $14 |
| Salty Brine | Narragansett | May 25 | Resident: $6 Non-resident: $12 | Resident: $7 Non-resident: $14 |
Seasonal beach parking passes are available for purchase online from January to August at BeachParkingRI.com.
Passes are also available to purchase in person at the Scarborough Beach overflow lot on Burnside Avenue in Narragansett. In-person sales open the weekends of May 11–12 and May 18–19 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and then on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. starting May 28.
For more information, head to riparks.ri.gov/beaches.
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