The indubitable attraction of Newport's shoreline, with its many coves and gently sloping beaches, is slightly marred by the fact that many are strictly private. Gooseberry Beach , on the southern edge of the island, is surrounded by grand houses and charges $1 admission. The town beach, First (or Newport, or Easton's) Beach , is at the east end of Memorial Boulevard. Second and Third beaches are further along the same route toward Middletown. The visitor center provides a guide to them all.

Newport's beaches

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