The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) recommends closing Fogland Beach in Tiverton and Gooseberry Beach in Newport for swimming because of high bacteria levels.
Historically, beach closures in Rhode Island have been closely tied to precipitation. Stormwater runoff from roads, parking lots, and other impervious surfaces transports contamination (including bacteria) to our fresh and salt-water bodies.
RIDOH will continue to monitor and review beach water quality regularly to ensure safe bathing throughout the summer season. The status of a beach may change as new data become available. The most up-to-date beach information is available through a recorded message on RIDOH’s beaches telephone line (401-222-2751).
2022 Beach Season Closures
| Beach | City/Town | Closed On | Re-Opened | Number of Days Closed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gooseberry Beach | Newport | 6/8/22 | 6/11/22 | 3 |
| Holiday Acres Campground | Glocester | 6/13/22 | ||
| Easton’s Beach | Newport | 6/14/22 | ||
| Fogland Beach | Tiverton | |||
| Gooseberry Beach | Newport | 6/15/22 | ||
| 2022 Statewide (for bacteria) | 3 |
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