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

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 ...

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 ...

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.

Around 10 miles south of the Rhode Island mainland (and less than 15 miles from Long Island, New York), you'll find Block ...

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 ...

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 ...