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Watchaug Pond Beach

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Location118 Sanctuary Rd, Charlestown, RI 02813, USA

Overview

Watchaug Pond Beach is located in Charlestown, United States and is a popular spot for swimming and sunbathing. The beach stretches for approximately half a mile and boasts golden sand with clear blue waters. Activities at the beach include swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing. Watchaug Pond Beach has basic amenities including bathroom access and picnic areas, but there are no lifeguards on duty.

Parking

There is a parking lot available for visitors to Watchaug Pond Beach, and it is free to park. However, during peak season, it can get crowded, so arriving early is recommended.

FunFact

Fun fact: Watchaug Pond is actually a man-made reservoir that was created in the early 20th century to provide drinking water to the surrounding towns.

Attractions

Nearby attractions to Watchaug Pond Beach include Burlingame State Park, which offers camping, hiking, and picnicking opportunities, and the Kettle Pond Visitor Center, which provides information on the local ecology and history.

Restaurants

There are plenty of restaurants nearby that serve a variety of cuisine, including seafood, Italian, and American. Some popular restaurants include Coast Guard House, Crazy Burger, and Spain of Narragansett.

Hotels

As for nearby hotels, the Charlestown Chamber of Commerce provides a list of accommodations, including hotels, bed and breakfasts, and vacation rentals. Some popular options include the Francis Malbone House, the Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel and Spa, and the Newport Beach Hotel and Suites.

Amenities


LGBTQLGBTQ

Yes

DisabilityDisability

NO

ATMATM

No

BarbecueBarbecue

Yes

Blue FlagBlue Flag

No

Boat RampsBoat Ramps

Yes

Party SceneParty Scene

No

DogsDogs

No

Fire PitsFire Pits

Yes

NudeNude

No

Free ParkingFree Parking

No

Paid ParkingPaid Parking

Yes

PlaygroundPlayground

NO

RestroomsRestrooms

Yes

ShowersShowers

No

Stairs To BeachStairs To Beach

No

Street ParkingStreet Parking

No

Picnic TablesPicnic Tables

NO

Wi-FiWi-Fi

Yes

Activities


ATVATV

No

Bike PathsBike Paths

No

CampingCamping

Yes

All-Terrain VehiclesAll-Terrain Vehicles

NO

FishingFishing

Yes

HikingHiking

Yes

Jet SkiingJet Skiing

Yes

KayakingCanoeingKayakingCanoeing

NO

Paddle-boardsPaddle-boards

Yes

SailingSailing

No

Scuba DivingScuba Diving

No

SnorkelingSnorkeling

No

SurfingSurfing

No

SwimmingSwimming

No

VolleyballVolleyball

No

Water SkiingWater Skiing

Yes

WindsurfingWindsurfing

No

Rentals


Lounge Chair RentalLounge Chair Rental

No

Beach Mat RentalBeach Mat Rental

No

Umbrella RentalUmbrella Rental

No

Transportation


Bike AccessBike Access

Yes

Bike RacksBike Racks

Yes

Car AccessCar Access

Yes

Fishing BoatsFishing Boats

Yes

Foot AccessFoot Access

Yes

Bus StopBus Stop

No

RV ParkingRV Parking

Yes

BoatsBoats

Yes

YachtsYachts

NO

Food


BarsBars

No

Beach VendorsBeach Vendors

No

RestaurantsRestaurants

NO

Basic Details


Phone

Phone

(401) 364-8910
Hours

Hours

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Cell Reception

Cell Reception

Strong
Parking

Parking

No
Size of the beach

Size of the beach

No
Sand Color

Sand Color

Beige
Sand Texture

Sand Texture

Smooth
Entry Fee

Entry Fee

No
PublicPrivate

PublicPrivate

Public

Weather
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