Rhode Island Parks Open For 2021 Recreation Reservations

Rhode Islanders hoping to "take it outside" in 2021 can now reserve picnic areas, shelters and recreational fields at state parks. Reservations opened this week and will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Reservations can be made over the phone or in-person at certain state parks. Advance payment is required within 10 business days, and can be paid via cash, check or money order. Prices are listed below.

• Picnic sites (one picnic table and one fireplace): $5 per day
• Covered shelters: vary by site, range from $75 to $100 per day
• Recreational fields: vary by location and size.

Reservations are not weather-dependent and fees are nonrefundable.

The following locations are available for reservations:

Burlingame State Park Picnic Area

• Route 1, Charlestown
• 401-322-8910
• 1 picnic pavilion with 6 tables

Colt State Park

• Route 114, Bristol
• 401-253-7482
• 51 multi-table picnic sites, 3 covered shelters, 1 ceremonial chapel area
• Note: the location of some sites at Colt have changed as of 2020; patrons are advised to check the desired location in person before making a reservation.

Goddard Memorial State Park

• 1095 Ives Road, Warwick
• 401-884-2010
• 156 single picnic sites, 4 covered shelters, 11 game fields

Lincoln Woods State Park

• 2 Manchester Print Works Road, Lincoln
• 401-723-7892
• 92 single picnic sites, 3 covered shelters

Pulaski State Park & Recreation Area

• 151 Pulaski Road, Chepachet
• Reserve online at https://rhodeislandstateparks.reserveamerica.com/
• 2 covered shelters