We rank the 8 Best Rhode Island Beaches. See which places our readers like the best, and vote for your favorites.

We still have plenty of summer days to spend at the beach, soaking up the last of the summer sun on the sand, so let's spend ...

I've lived in Rhode Island my whole life, and my favorite New England day trip is Block Island. I love the seafood, ...

"Whether you're looking to lay out on the sand in summer or prefer walking along the water spotting wildlife and collecting ...

Rhode Island beaches offer a variety of finds for beachcombers, including sea glass, shells, rocks, and even fossils. Popular spots include Sachuest Point for rocks and shells, Barrington Town ...

This New England island offers a laid-back vibe with a dozen different beaches to explore, plus restaurants, a small town, and trails to wander all summer long.

Late August might be the best time to go swimming at Rhode Island beaches. Here's how much the water has warmed up since June ...

Meanwhile, Sachuest Beach, often called "Second Beach," is less than 3 miles away in Middletown, Rhode Island. This one's far more popular with locals, who love it for its white-sand, boogie ...

Both Rockport, Massachusetts, and Bristol, Rhode Island, rank among the safest towns in terms of property crime, with rates well below three incidents per 1,000 residents, according to Vivint.