Rhode Island 2023 State Beach Passes Go On Sale

RHODE ISLAND — We still got quite a bit of winter yet, but in Rhode Island, residents can start dreaming of summery beach days now.

Beach season parking passes and gift certificates for the 2023 season are now available, the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM). The passes, which can be purchased online, grant access to all state-run beaches.

"It might seem counterintuitive to already be planning for this summer's hazy, hot and humid beach days, but now is the perfect time to buy your 2023 state beach season parking pass for some of the best beaches anywhere," DEM Director Terry Gray said in a statement. "Beach parking passes make a great gift for loved ones, friends and co-workers any time of year, and allow for quicker entry into beach lots during the busy summer season."

Beach passes and gift certificates may be purchased at the current state beach season parking rates for residents, non-residents, and seniors. Resident passes are $30, non-resident passes are $60, resident senior passes are $15, and non-resident senior passes are $30.

When redeeming a gift certificate to purchase a resident or senior pass, the recipient must provide proof of residency and/or senior status to complete the purchase. The gift certificate cannot be redeemed for cash value. Customers will be notified about approval of their season pass within seven to 10 business days. Parking passes can be purchased here.

If a gift certificate is misplaced, email rhodeislandbeaches@lazparking.com as soon as possible.

No-cost disability passes are available for those who are eligible. Call RI State Parks Headquarters at 667-6200 for questions or to confirm you have your proper paperwork before you arrive to get the 2023 pass.

Season passes allow entry into parking lots at all eight of Rhode Island's state beaches: Charlestown Breachway, East Beach in Charlestown, East Matunuck in South Kingstown, Misquamicut in Westerly, Roger Wheeler, Scarborough North and South, and Salty Brine in Narragansett.

If you are purchasing a pass for a second vehicle, you will need to use a different email address. Only one email address can be used per vehicle.