Second Beach in Middletown, Rhode Island with kids

Second Beach

Outdoor Activities, Rhode Island, Summer

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315 Sachuest Point Road

Middletown, RI 0284

https://www.middletownri.com/715/Beach-Basics

The kids and I have been going to Second Beach since they were babies.  We all adore this beach because it is beautiful and has a laid-back vibe.  The water has smaller waves and the sand is smooth.  There are some rocks and cliffs around the far end of the beach which provide fantastic views.  

The kid’s older cousins like to surf, skimboard and body board while my kids are enjoying swimming, sand play and crab hunting.  It’s great that families with children of all ages can go to one location and enjoy time together.

 

 

Second Beach in Middletown, Rhode Island with kids
The kids have been coming to this beautiful beach since they were babies
Second Beach in Middletown, Rhode Island with kids
we usually park down here to walk to surfer’s end where surfers can use their boards, they aren’t permitted on the rest of the beach
Second Beach in Middletown, Rhode Island with kids
at the parking lots from the paths leading to the beaches, you will find a few outhouses and a shower to rinse off
Second Beach in Middletown, Rhode Island with kids
We arrived at 8 am so there were minimal people on the beach at that time
Second Beach in Middletown, Rhode Island with kids
a few surfers
Second Beach in Middletown, Rhode Island with kids
kids in wet suits that just got out of the water
Second Beach in Middletown, Rhode Island with kids
Being at the beach makes kids hungry and tired from all the play and heat so be prepared. You can’t grill here, we always pack our lunch and then some!
Second Beach in Middletown, Rhode Island with kids
my son is warming up to the idea of surfing although he did not want to go into the water much more than this.
Second Beach in Middletown, Rhode Island with kids
He was happy to ride the waves at the shore. He was being very cautious.
Second Beach in Middletown, Rhode Island with kids
He had to walk to the far end of the beach and hunt for crabs, he did find several but not his normal goldmine he finds elsewhere as there are limited rocks
Second Beach in Middletown, Rhode Island with kids
Here’s the view from the rocks we were crab hunting on looking back toward where we sat-its so pretty!
Second Beach in Middletown, Rhode Island with kids
usually this end of the beach has a lemonade truck and offers surf lessons and rental equipment.
Second Beach in Middletown, Rhode Island with kids
This is the view from the parking lot of Second Beach. the small people in the distance are on top of Norman Bird Sanctuary’s Hanging Rock looking onto an incredible overlook of Second Beach and Middletown in general! You should  go!























 


 

 

 

The Skinny :

 

    • Weather : Obviously everyone wants to go to the beach swimming during a nice, hot, dry day but if you want to visit during the off season to walk the shore and relax it’s awesome here too.
    • Parking and Admissions: There is ample parking.  During beach season (Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day) fees are changes at the rate of $20 a car during the week and $30 during a holiday or weekend.  Beach passes can be purchased for $70 Middletown residents and $140 for non-residents
    • Location : A beautiful family-friendly beach that offers the ability to surf on one end.  There is a concession stand with showers and a restroom at the main building seen upon entering the parking lot.
    • Hours : 8am-9pm the gates lock
    • Duration : We usually spend the entire day here especially when we pay $30!
    • Tips and Recommendations : If you or the kids are taking up surfing, invest in a wet suit.  We saw several families with kids wearing them while at this beach in order to stay comfortable while in the water.

You can sign up for surf lessons at https://www.islandsports.com/ which offers lessons with gear included-what a deal!  The far end of the beach after life guard chair 9 permits surfing and has a location where rentals are available.

Jewel : 👍🏼

 

Jamison : 👍🏼

Second Beach in Middletown, Rhode Island with kids

While in the area, be sure to visit Norman Bird Sanctuary where you can look out onto Second Beach from Hanging Cliff Rock.  Also a great area to hike with coastal views is Sachuest Point which is minutes away.  Be sure to explore Save the Bay Aquarium while in the area too for educational, hands-on fun. 

 

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