RI State Beaches in South County to Open Saturday
Friday, May 08, 2015
The Department of Environmental Management has announced that state beaches in South County will open on the weekends from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. starting on Saturday, May 9, weather permitting.
All state beaches will be open on a daily basis from Memorial Day until Labor Day.
"We're excited to welcome Rhode Islanders and visitors back to Rhode Island’s spectacular state beaches for the season. Our world-class, state-of-the-art beach facilities are among the state's major tourist attractions and generate millions of dollars for the local and state economy every year. Enjoying these beautiful beaches with family, friends and visitors creates memories that will last a lifetime," said DEM Director Janet Coit.
GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLASTThe daily beach parking fee for residents is $10 on weekdays and $14 on weekends and holidays. The parking fee for non residents is $20 on weekdays and $28 on weekends and holidays. The cost of a season pass is $60 for residents and $120 for non-residents.
Senior citizens 65 years and older will receive half-price rates on daily beach parking fees.
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