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Watch Hill Beach
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Watch Hill Beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 9th place out of 22 beaches in the Rhode Island region 68.2 km away from its center, the city of Providence. It is one of the beaches of Watch Hill settlement, just 0.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long several bays coastline with turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Watch Hill Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Misquamicut beach, which has a rating of 7.9.
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Watch Hill Beach is located in Rhode Island within Watch Hill, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"What a stunning location! It's the perfect spot to unwind with loved ones. The summer sunsets are truly breathtaking."
Landon Zephyr
"The Watch Hill beach is undoubtedly a breathtaking sight to behold and is considered the most stunning beach in the state. The beach boasts of rolling dunes adorned with the sweet fragrance of beach roses and is surrounded by crystal-clear blue waters. The cherry on top of this paradise is the Napatree point conservation area, which adds to the beach's charm. During summers,..."
Emir ÇAKTIRAN
User reviews
"What a stunning location! It's the perfect spot to unwind with loved ones. The summer sunsets are truly breathtaking."
Landon Zephyr
"The Watch Hill beach is undoubtedly a breathtaking sight to behold and is considered the most stunning beach in the state. The beach boasts of rolling dunes adorned with the sweet fragrance of beach roses and is surrounded by crystal-clear blue waters. The cherry on top of this paradise is the Napatree point conservation area, which adds to the beach's charm. During summers,..."
Emir ÇAKTIRAN
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)
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Misquamicut 1.2 km
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Ditch Plains 0.1 km
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Montauk 0.6 km
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Beach surroundings
Transport
- WST• 6.4km
- Westerly Railroad St...• 8.4km
- Westerly• 8.4km
Localities
- Watch Hill• 940m
- Providence• 68.2km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Watch Hill Beach?
The Watch Hill Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Watch Hill Beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Watch Hill Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Watch Hill Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Watch Hill Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are a lot of boats in the bay.
Is the Watch Hill Beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Watch Hill Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of Watch Hill Beach?
Watch Hill Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Watch Hill Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Watch Hill Beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Watch Hill Beach?
There are 37 places to stay in the Watch Hill Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Watch Hill Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Watch Hill Beach from parking?
The Watch Hill Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
What is the best time of the year to visit Watch Hill Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Watch Hill Beach is July. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 5°C and water 4°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Watch Hill Beach (Rhode Island) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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