Living in Rhode Island pretty much means adventures galore. When wanderlust strikes, we can just drive a few minutes, or a few hours, to Massachusetts, Connecticut, or elsewhere in New England. Whether you feel like staying close to home or exploring small-town Connecticut, you’ll find adventure is always at your doorstep in the town of Westerly, Rhode Island.

Straddling the Connecticut border, Westerley is less than a half-mile from the village of Pawcatuck. The Pawcatuck River separates the two New England towns.
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Westerly’s synonymous with paradise for beachgoers. Sunny summer days mean a visit to Watch Hill Beach, home to a historic carousel, and hours soaking up the sun on the sandy shore.
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Misquamicut State Beach and Town Beach both promise an idyllic setting for whiling away a sweltering summer day. If you plan to go to Town Beach, you’ll have to either pay for a day pass or a season pass.
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Yet another local beach, Westerly Town Beach is a private beach for residents of this ocean-side Rhode Island town.
Natural beauty awaits around every corner in Westerly, including Napatree Point Conservation Area. Explore this natural wonder in Rhode Island on a beautiful loop trail that spans just over three miles.
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When the weather fails to cooperate or you feel like spending time indoors, explore Westerly Library and Wilcox Park, a town gem.
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Explore a variety of shops in Downtown Westerly, which connects to Pawcatuck. Whether you’re shopping for a unique gift, books, or clothes, you’ll likely uncover quite a few hidden gems.
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Westerly’s brimming with darling restaurants, but if you want to change things up, grab a bite in Pawcatuck. The adorable village is home to an assortment of restaurants that serve everything from Italian and American to Thai and vegetarian.
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There's no question that this border town makes a great day-trip destination!
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Learn more on the Westerly, Rhode Island website. Or, stop by the Town of Westerly Facebook page.

Do you agree that the town of Westerly, Rhode Island is a unique place to visit? Have you been? Share your experience in the comments! Then get a closer look at The Westerly Library and Wilcox Park, a one-of-a-kind destination in Rhode Island.

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