Charlestown Breachway State Beach
- Status
- Status not postedMon–Fri 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- Statewide rule — see below
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- 75 campsites
- Official site
- riparks.ri.gov(401) 322-8910
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Charlestown Breachway State Beach is a beach in Washington County, about 18 miles southwest of Newport.
Visitors come for canoeing and kayaking, swimming, boating, and fishing. On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a boat ramp. Camping is available: 75 campsites, including tent sites.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Mon–Fri | 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. | — |
| Mon–Fri | 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. | — |
Official wording
In-Season Hours & Parking: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday - Friday and 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM on weekends & holidays. Gates close at sunset.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Fees and passes
Per-vehicle parking fees at state (surf) beaches in season; 'There are no parking fees for beaches within state parks.' Misquamicut has higher daily rates: 'The daily rate for non-residents is $20 on weekdays and $30 on weekends & holidays; The daily parking rate for RI residents is $10 on weekdays and $15 on weekends/holidays.'
Statewide fee rule from Rhode Island's park system; this park’s page doesn’t list its own fees.
Rhode Island park passes
- State beach season parking pass. Parking at RI state beaches Details
From the Rhode Island state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- ReserveAmerica
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
See the park’s wording
Restrictions: No alcohol, glass, dogs/pets, smoking, RV camping, or tent camping allowed (see Charlestown Breachway State Campground information). Restrictions: No alcohol, glass, dogs/pets, smoking, RV camping, or tent camping allowed (see Charlestown Breachway State Campground information).
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlestown Breachway State Beach campground Located on the east side of the “Breachway” is a camping area with panoramic views of Block Island Sound and within walking distance to Charlestown Breachway State Beach. The Breachway also has a boat launch with limited parking. Utilities ARE NOT available at this campground. About the campground
Charlestown Beach Road, Charlestown
Camp along the breachway with spectacular ocean views and some of Rhode Island's best saltwater fishing. Walking distance from lifeguarded beach. Campground accommodates 75 self-contained RVs. No tents or pop-ups. Boat launch on site with limited parking. | 75 | — |
Camping details from the park
Located on the east side of the “Breachway” is a camping area with panoramic views of Block Island Sound and within walking distance to Charlestown Breachway State Beach. The Breachway also has a boat launch with limited parking. Utilities ARE NOT available at this campground. About the campground
Charlestown Beach Road, Charlestown
Camp along the breachway with spectacular ocean views and some of Rhode Island's best saltwater fishing. Walking distance from lifeguarded beach. Campground accommodates 75 self-contained RVs. No tents or pop-ups. Boat launch on site with limited parking.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
SwimmingFishingBoatingCanoeing and kayakingCamping
Swimming
Lifeguard on duty 9:00 AM (8:30 AM weekends/holidays) to 6:00 PM (Seasonal)
Headed to a state beach? Check here for the status of the parking lot. Remember, season beach parking passes are not available for purchase at beach entrances. Help reduce traffic delays by buying your season pass online.
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Amenities
Facilities
- Parking
Water
- Swimming beach
- Boat ramp
Camping
- Tent camping
Accessibility
- Beach or all-terrain wheelchairs
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
- Beach or all-terrain wheelchairs
Accessible Beach Wheelchairs Available (Seasonal)
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
Restrictions: No alcohol, glass, dogs/pets, smoking, RV camping, or tent camping allowed (see Charlestown Breachway State Campground information). Charlestown Breachway State Beach is day-use only.
Getting there
- Address
- Charlestown Beach Road
Charlestown, RI - Nearest town
- Newport — about 18 mi southwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 41.3569, -71.6378
- Phone
- (401) 322-8910
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Rhode Island State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- RI State Parks 'Find your next adventure' location finder (cards by category)
- Wikidata
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology