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Fort Adams State Park

Name: Fort Adams State Park
Address: Harrison Avenue, Newport, RI, 02840, US

Harrison Avenue

Newport, RI 02840

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401-847-2400

Situated at the mouth of the Newport Harbor, Fort Adams State Park offers an exceptional panoramic view of both Newport Harbor and the East Passage of Narragansett Bay. The park offers a wide range of activities including salt water bathing, fishing, boating, soccer, rugby, and picnicking. Fort Adams is perhaps best known for its annual summer concerts when the Jazz Festival, and the Folk Festival draw thousands to enjoy the music and beautiful surroundings.

Activities

Picnic Areas
Boating
Swimming
Saltwater Fishing
Sailing and Windsurfing Instruction

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