Seaweed Beach

East Matunuck Beach

Good for Relax

7.3

/ 10 Good

#11 out of 22
in Rhode Island

About

East Matunuck Beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 11th place out of 22 beaches in the Rhode Island region 50.5 km away from its center, the city of Providence. It is one of the beaches of Jerusalem settlement, just 0.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

East Matunuck Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, 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.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Scarborough Beach, which has a rating of 7.3.

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Historical

+16 ^oC +12 ^oC

Air temperature

4.7 M/S

Wind

+12 ^oC

Water temperature

0.8 M

Wave height

Jerusalem, Rhode Island,

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Beach overall scores

Water

Excellent

8.5/10

Cover

Tolerable

4.9/10

Cleanliness

Pleasant

6/10

Amenities

Poor

2.7/10

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East Matunuck Beach is located in Rhode Island within Jerusalem, 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

"This is a great little beach! I just discovered it in the summer of 2023, but went back many times because of the atmosphere. I've found it not to be overly crowded, even on the busiest of days. This is a great beach to walk, relax, read a book, swim, just float in the waves, etc. The other patrons tend to be low-key, and respectful of those around them. In the many times I'..."

Dawn Morin (Auntie-Dodo)

"This is our 3rd year coming to this beach. Unfortunately this year, these red seaweeds are just all over the beaches coast. Just have to find a spot that is not as badly covered. If you decide to swim in it, be aware that you will be covered with it from head to toe. Other than that, the beach itself is wonderful and family oriented."

Mae Pacete

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1.6km from the beach

Seaside SK Getaway Steps to Matunuck Beach!

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2.3km from center

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Rhode Island Retreat with Kayaks, Deck and Pond Access

7km from the beach

Excellent

Rhode Island Retreat with Kayaks, Deck and Pond Access

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Jerusalem

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7.7km from center

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott South Kingstown Newport Area

9.1km from the beach

8.5

Excellent

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott South Kingstown Newport Area

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Jerusalem

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8.9km from center

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13km from the beach

Narragansett Home-Deck, Ocean Views and Beach Access

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Jerusalem

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12.7km from center

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Cozy Coastal Cottage about 5 Mi to Narragansett Beach!

13.9km from the beach

Exceptional

Cozy Coastal Cottage about 5 Mi to Narragansett Beach!

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Jerusalem

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13.6km from center

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17.9km from the beach

8.6

Excellent

Shelter Harbor Inn

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Jerusalem

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18.5km from center

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18.9km from the beach

Casa Calypso 10 min Newport/Narragansett w Jacuzzi

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Jerusalem

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18.6km from center

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19.8km from the beach

Vibrant Westerly Home with Private Pool and Yard!

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Jerusalem

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20.5km from center

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19.9km from the beach

9.5

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Gardenview Bed and Breakfast

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Jerusalem

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19.4km from center

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20.2km from the beach

8.9

Excellent

1 Murray House

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

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Jerusalem

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19.7km from center

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20.6km from the beach

8.9

Excellent

Irish American INN

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Jerusalem

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20.1km from center

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20.7km from the beach

The Newport Lofts - 595 Thames Street

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Jerusalem

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20.2km from center

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General features

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- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
occupancy
- Crowded in high season
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach
size&shape
- Length - very long, more than 1 km
- Width - sufficient

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Second Beach

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Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

WST• 23.5km
Narragansett after H...• 18.3km
Kingston• 12.2km

Localities

Jerusalem• 730m
Providence• 50.5km

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What is the water and sand quality of the East Matunuck Beach?

The coastline of East Matunuck Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at East Matunuck Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the East Matunuck Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the East Matunuck Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

East Matunuck Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

So the overall recommendation of the East Matunuck Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the East Matunuck 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 sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the East Matunuck 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.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of East Matunuck Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on East Matunuck Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the East Matunuck Beach?

There are 15 places to stay in the East Matunuck Beach area.

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How far is the East Matunuck Beach from parking?

The East Matunuck 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 East Matunuck Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in East Matunuck 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?

East Matunuck Beach (Rhode Island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.East Matunuck Beach (Rhode Island) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.