If you want to reserve a site at Burlingame, you can do so starting Monday
Perfect for your next blizzard picnic
Reservations
will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, and can be made by phone
or in-person at the specific state park.
Advance
payment for reservations is required within 10 business days; upon the receipt
of payment (cash, check, or money order accepted), a permit for the site will
be issued. Reservations not paid within 10 business days will be cancelled. The
cost for single picnic sites with one table and one fireplace is $5/day;
covered shelters differ from park to park and range from $75/day to $100/day
depending on the number of picnic tables and fireplaces included with the
shelter. Rental costs for recreational fields vary depending on the size and
location of the field.
Permit
fees are non-refundable. Making a reservation, obtaining a permit and paying
applicable fees are done at the applicant's own risk with the understanding
that no refunds will be issued due to changes in Executive Orders, regulations
or guidelines which may limit activities or reduce gathering or group sizes
with regards to the ongoing Covid- 19 pandemic. A refund may only be issued due
to the closure of the park or facility by DEM.
For reservations, call or visit the RI state parks listed below. If planning on visiting, please be aware that Covid-19 safety measures are in place, including the need to wear a face mask and maintain proper physical distancing. Park staff may ask individuals to wait in their vehicles or in physically distanced lines outside the office as needed. It is recommended that you call the park in advance to make sure you are familiar with and prepared for these safety measures and to determine the current crowd level.
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
In
addition to the areas that can be reserved, there are many sites that are
available to park-goers on a first-come, first-served basis and do not have to
be rented. Please email DEM.RIparks@dem.ri.gov for questions on these locations
or contact the park directly. For more information on individual parks, visit
http://www.riparks.com.
As part of a larger network of recreational opportunities in the state, state parks play an important role in supporting public health, attracting tourism, providing affordable staycation options for Rhode Island families, and promoting a healthier environment.
Rhode Island's natural and public assets –
including 1,000 campsites, 8,200 acres of parkland, 400 miles of hiking and
biking trails, 200 fishing spots, 25 parks and nature preserves, and eight
saltwater beaches – are magnets, attracting more than 9 million Rhode Islanders
and tourists a year. They're also an engine that add an estimated $315 million
to the economy, generating nearly $40 million in state and local taxes and supporting
nearly 4,000 jobs a year.
Everyone who enjoys parks, beaches, and public outdoor spaces has a responsibility to keep them clean. Consistent with this ethic, DEM in 2021 will continue the carry-in/carry-out trash policy that has been in effect since 1992. DEM's carry-in/carry-out policy encourages visitors to take personal responsibility, take their trash with them, and leave no trace behind.
Along with the National
Park Service and most state park systems across the country, DEM believes this
is a best practice that promotes conservation, fosters a sense of stewardship,
and leads to better visitor experiences.
For
more information about Rhode Island state parks and other DEM divisions and
programs, visit www.dem.ri.gov. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RhodeIslandDEM
or on Twitter (@RhodeIslandDEM) for timely updates.
Related
links
RI Parks Special Use/Event Requests
