Misquamicut

Motels with beach towels hanging over porch railings jostle for attention in family-oriented, budget-friendly Misquamicut, where a giant waterslide, a 1915-vintage carousel, miniature golf, a game arcade, children's rides, batting cages, and fast-food stands scream summer vacation. The 7-mi-long beach, Rhode Island's longest state beach, is accessible year-round, but this is primarily a summertime destination, with amusements and most businesses open between Memorial Day and Labor Day.