Goddard Memorial State Park

In a northeastern, we visited this beautiful state park. We didn't get out of the car, but we drove back to the beach. The water on the bay was white-capping and kicking up a fuss. Thr bay was huge and beautiful. The park itself is lush and well manicured. The only downfall is that we won't be here long enough to enjoy it in beautiful weather.

The beach area and red trail are very scenic and there is tons of parking. We saw seals and animals epic sunset. Great easy trail for families.

A Perfect Escape into Nature Goddard State Park is one of Rhode Island’s hidden gems. Whether you're walking the trails, hanging out by the water, or just relaxing under the trees, it’s the perfect place to unwind. The park is incredibly well-kept, with beautiful views of Greenwich Bay, spacious picnic areas, and plenty of room for dogs to explore and play (on leash, of course). I love how versatile it is—great for a peaceful solo walk, a date, a family cookout, or even just a quiet spot to read under the sun. There’s also a beach area, equestrian trails, and even a golf course nearby. It’s got that classic Rhode Island charm—laid-back, scenic, and welcoming. Highly recommend spending a few hours here if you're looking to reconnect with nature or just breathe in some fresh air.

Ok, we visit Goddard off-season or bad weather. It's awesome to see the angry ocean. Took the chance to get in-between heavy showers and lost. Heavy rain quick walk and ride back home. Beautiful trails, views. Pick up some plastic if you're carrying a bag of poo anyway.

Under-appreciated local park nice areas to walk, extensive open spaces, picnic areas and waterfront beach and boat slip access. The park is very clean and allows pets. A gem of a local spot.

It’s a great spot for a family get together. They have camping type spots where you can grill, with the permit, where you can get on site. You can take a walk in the woods, take a trail ride in the woods, or even hang out on the beach. It’s a great spot to hang out with family and friends. My fiancé and I took engagement photos here and the setting was just perfect. There is also a golf course, but I cannot speak to that as I do not play golf.

goddard memorial state park is a total vibe! it’s spacious, scenic, and perfect for a day outdoors. whether you’re walking the trails, having a picnic, or just relaxing by the water, there’s plenty of room to spread out and enjoy nature. the grounds are always clean, and the park has such a peaceful, laid-back atmosphere. it’s an ideal spot for families, couples, or just anyone looking to escape for a bit. 5 stars all day!

We rented a field for our 3 sons' joint birthday party/summer kick-off and it was the perfect amount of space. The park rangers were attentive, the field was easy to find and the grounds were clean. The only thing that was a bit of a pain was getting g the picnic tables assigned to my site all somewhatclose together so guests weren't so far apart from eachother. It really wasn't a big deal though. We've always loved Goddard Park for cookouts and parties, and look forward to the next one.