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Roger Wheeler Beach
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About
Roger Wheeler Beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 16th place out of 22 beaches in the Rhode Island region 50.7 km away from its center, the city of Providence. It is one of the beaches of Galilee settlement, just 0.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a spacious 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.
Roger Wheeler Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, showers, 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 popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Large parking spot 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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Beach overall scores
Roger Wheeler Beach is located in Rhode Island within Galilee, 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
"The beach is absolutely stunning. It stretches for a long distance with plenty of spots to access the water. I visited on a Wednesday and had no trouble finding space to set up my blanket and chairs. There was ample parking available as well. The beach offers restrooms, food options, and a store where you can buy essentials. Overall, it was clean and well-maintained."
Lorelei Everhart
"The beach is stunning, with easy access to your spot. It's very clean, wheelchair-friendly, has a small shop area, food options, and is perfect for enjoying the ocean and sunshine."
Luna Everhart Ashford
User reviews
"The beach is absolutely stunning. It stretches for a long distance with plenty of spots to access the water. I visited on a Wednesday and had no trouble finding space to set up my blanket and chairs. There was ample parking available as well. The beach offers restrooms, food options, and a store where you can buy essentials. Overall, it was clean and well-maintained."
Lorelei Everhart
"The beach is stunning, with easy access to your spot. It's very clean, wheelchair-friendly, has a small shop area, food options, and is perfect for enjoying the ocean and sunshine."
Luna Everhart Ashford
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19.3km from center
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What to do in Roger Wheeler Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Roger Wheeler Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
Beach surroundings
Transport
- BID• 23.6km
- Narragansett after H...• 17.5km
- Kingston• 13.3km
Localities
- Galilee• 970m
- Providence• 50.7km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Roger Wheeler Beach?
The coastline of Roger Wheeler 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 Roger Wheeler Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Roger Wheeler Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Roger Wheeler Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
Is the Roger Wheeler 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.
Roger Wheeler 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 Roger Wheeler Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Roger Wheeler 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 Roger Wheeler 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 Roger Wheeler Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Roger Wheeler Beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Roger Wheeler Beach?
There are 14 places to stay in the Roger Wheeler Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Roger Wheeler Beach include:
- Gardenview Bed and Breakfast
- 1 Murray House
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott South Kingstown Newport Area
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How far is the Roger Wheeler Beach from parking?
The Roger Wheeler Beach has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
What is the best time of the year to visit Roger Wheeler Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Roger Wheeler 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?
Roger Wheeler 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.Roger Wheeler 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.
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