Fort Wetherill State Park

Address

Fort Wetherill Road
Jamestown, RI 02835

(401) 423-1771

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Description:

Fort Wetherill State Park, situated upon 100 foot high granite cliffs across the water from Fort Adams State Park, is a former coastal defense battery and training camp. Known for its spectacular view of Newport Harbor and the East Passage of Narragansett Bay, Fort Wetherill has been a popular sight for viewing the numerous Tall Ship Events and America!€™s Cup Races. The area is also a major attraction for scuba diving, with Diving Clubs from New York State, Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island using the facilities at the boat ramp year round. Additionally, the park offers family and group picnicking, boating, fishing, hiking and exploring on the park!€™s 61.5 acres of property.

Description

Fort Wetherill State Park, situated upon 100 foot high granite cliffs across the water from Fort Adams State Park, is a former coastal defense battery and training camp. Known for its spectacular view of Newport Harbor and the East Passage of Narragansett Bay, Fort Wetherill has been a popular sight for viewing the numerous Tall Ship Events and America’s Cup Races. The area is also a major attraction for scuba diving, with Diving Clubs from New York State, Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island using the facilities at the boat ramp year round. Additionally, the park offers family and group picnicking, boating, fishing, hiking and exploring on the park’s 61.5 acres of property.

Hours

Daily Sunrise-Sunset

Required Documents

N/A

Eligibility

Steep ramp recommended only for light or hand-carried boats such as kayaks.

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

N/A

Service Area

Jamestown

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Rhode Island

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    401-423-1771
    Name:
    Main Phone
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    General Information

    Hours:

    Daily Sunrise-Sunset

    Intake Process:

    N/A

    Eligibility:

    Steep ramp recommended only for light or hand-carried boats such as kayaks.

    Accessibility:

    Public restrooms

    Is Shelter?

    No

    Miscellaneous

    Related Resource

    Date of Official Change:

    March 12, 2022

    Legal Status:

    State

    Description

    Fort Wetherill State Park, situated upon 100 foot high granite cliffs across the water from Fort Adams State Park, is a former coastal defense battery and training camp. Known for its spectacular view of Newport Harbor and the East Passage of Narragansett Bay, Fort Wetherill has been a popular sight for viewing the numerous Tall Ship Events and America’s Cup Races. The area is also a major attraction for scuba diving, with Diving Clubs from New York State, Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island using the facilities at the boat ramp year round. Additionally, the park offers family and group picnicking, boating, fishing, hiking and exploring on the park’s 61.5 acres of property.

    Hours

    Daily Sunrise-Sunset

    Required Documents

    N/A

    Eligibility

    Steep ramp recommended only for light or hand-carried boats such as kayaks.

    Fees

    No Fees

    Intake Procedure

    N/A

    Service Area

    Jamestown

    Geography Served

      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    • Rhode Island

      Telephone Numbers

      Number:
      401-423-1771
      Name:
      Main Phone
      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PL-6400.6500-800) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Geographies Served

      • Serves All Areas

      Address Listings

      Mailing

      Goddard Memorial State Park
      Ives Road
      East Greenwich, RI 02818

      Physical (Primary)

      Fort Wetherill Road
      Jamestown, RI 02835

      Contacts

      Roger Monfette

      Primary Contact

      Regional Manager

      (401) 884-2010

      Phone Numbers

      Main Phone

      (401) 423-1771

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