Roger Wheeler State Beach facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Roger W. Wheeler State Beach |
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| Location | Narragansett, Washington, Rhode Island, United States |
| Area | 27 acres (11 ha) |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4.0 m) |
| Established | 1929 |
| Governing body | Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management Division of Parks & Recreation |
| Website | Roger W. Wheeler State Beach |
Roger W. Wheeler State Beach (formerly and still sometimes referred to as Sand Hill Cove) is a public recreation area covering 27 acres (11 ha) on Block Island Sound in the town of Narragansett, Rhode Island. The area offers picnicking, ocean swimming, and a playground.
History
The beach became state property when it was seized from Tory sympathizers during the American Revolutionary War. Known as Sand Hill Cove, it became Rhode Island's first state beach when 27 acres were transferred to Metropolitan Park Commission in 1929. In 1970, the beach was renamed in honor of Captain Roger W. Wheeler (1907-1969), the founder of the Rhode Island State Life-Saving System.
In the summer 2020 season, all RI state beaches are open 9AM to 6PM.
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