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Goddard Memorial State Park Beach
4.7 ★★★★★ 337 Google reviews · Running trail in East Greenwich, Rhode Island · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
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- Shade
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- Access
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Confirmed from Goddard Memorial State Park Beach's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Park featuring a beach, trails, picnic tables, and a restroom, plus options for golf and horseback riding.
What runners say about Goddard Memorial State Park Beach
“We had a work retreat there and it was really relaxing and didn’t feel like you were working at all and it was nice and clean.”
“I really appreciate her being there ❣ she does a lot to put our beautiful beach on the higher level 👍”
“Best place early in the morning to watch the calm water of the bay and the seagulls!”
Very peaceful, tranquil spot to visit for a nice walk. My husband and I enjoyed taking a walk here together, weather was perfect. Not a busy or crowded location. Only thing we didn't love is that many people seem to walk their dogs here and not clean up after them. Friendly word of advice: watch your step!
This is a nice beach for a walk or spending some outside to catch a sunset. Not really a beach I'd swim at but there is a sandy area for bathing. Parking is easy and the hiking trails are nice and easy to access.
Such a special park and beach. Golf course and lots of picnic areas for having gatherings or to enjoy the walks through out the paths. Horse back riding here too. So fun to walk the beach and to Kayak. Even seem a dolphin! Windsurfing and foiling too! Goddard has is all.
Grounds are nice and well kept up. Horse riding permitted on the property. Many trails that parallel the beach. Better at high tide then low for sure. Wonderful place to host a barbeque. Healthy family atmosphere with a fair amount of diversity. An environment to meet new people.
Trail conditions & character
“I really appreciate her being there ❣ she does a lot to put our beautiful beach on the higher level 👍”
“Quiet at night which is perfect for someone like me who takes in their surroundings.”
“Last year when I went there, there were so many out if state cars that the parking lot was full and I was turned away.”
Plan your run at Goddard Memorial State Park Beach
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websiteriparks.ri.gov
- Phone+1 401-884-2010
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
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