Beautiful beaches embody the quintessential New England beach vacation. Miles of coastal inlets make Westerly the hub for South County's fast-growing saltwater fly fishing market, and deep sea fishing excursions are available as well.
Historic Wilcox Park, a favorite among visitors and residents, features 18 acres of specimen trees, shrubs, display flower beds, a large koi pond, dwarf conifer collection, fountain, monuments, daylily collection and perennial borders.
In mid-June, the Chorus of Westerly presents an outdoor Summer Pops concert here, complete with a Grucci fireworks display. More than 25,000 spectators turn out for this free, family-oriented event.
Watch Hill
Scents of bayberry carried on a sea breeze, sprawling gabled Victorian cottages with vast green lawns and awe-inspiring ocean views greet those visiting the coastal resort of Watch Hill.
A charming Victorian village located in the southwestern corner of Rhode Island, Watch Hill is a long time favorite hideaway for famous visitors. Groucho Marx, Isadora Duncan, David Niven, Clark Gable and Douglas Fairbanks were all drawn to the beauty and privacy of this seaside retreat.
From May through September, Watch Hill days are filled with leisurely picnicking, sailing, golf and beach-going at windswept Watch Hill Beach and Napatree Point. The historic Flying Horse Carousel circles round and round all summer long to the laughter and squeals of happy children. Couples stroll hand-in-hand along the main street, stopping to browse in quaint shops or share an ice cream soda at an old fashioned soda fountain.
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