East Beach State Beach
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Mon–Fri 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- Statewide rule — see below
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- riparks.ri.gov(401) 322-8910
Official page last checked Oct 30, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Construction Habitat Restoration Project AlertThe RI Department of Environmental Management (DEM), in partnership with Save The Bay, is conducting a coastal habitat restoration project at the… (more)
The RI Department of Environmental Management (DEM), in partnership with Save The Bay, is conducting a coastal habitat restoration project at the Ninigret Barrier Beach at East Beach in Charlestown. Find more about the project.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
East Beach State Beach is a beach.
Visitors come for swimming and fishing. Water access includes a swimming beach.
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 30, 2026. Times are local to the park.
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 East Beach State Campground).
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
Specialty camping at East Beach is offered in two areas which contain ten sites each. Campsites can only be accessed by 4-wheel drive vehicles. Utilities ARE NOT available at this campground. Vehicles accessing the sand trail require a Barrier Beach Pass and are subject to state beach parking rates for entry. More about the campground
East Beach Road, Charlestown
Specialty camping at East Beach is offered in two areas which contain ten sites each. East Beach is one of the least developed of the Rhode Island state beaches, with limited parking and a half-dozen changing rooms. Nonetheless, it is one of Rhode Island’s spectacular seaside treasures. Campsites can only be accessed by 4-wheel drive vehicles.
From the official park page, checked Oct 30, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
SwimmingFishingCamping
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 state beach parking lots. Remember, season beach parking passes are not available for purchase at beach entrances. Help reduce traffic delays by buying your season pass online.
- Charlestown Breachway
- East Beach State Beach
- East Matunuck State Beach
- Misquamicut State Beach
- Roger Wheeler State Beach
- Salty Brine State Beach
- Scarborough North State Beach
- Scarborough South State Beach
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Amenities
Facilities
- Parking
Water
- Swimming beach
✓ 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.
Getting there
- Address
- East Beach Road
Charlestown, RI - Phone
- (401) 322-8910
Sources and freshness
- Rhode Island State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 30, 2026
- RI State Parks 'Find your next adventure' location finder (cards by category)
“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