BeachMapCrescent Beach
Block Island’s three-mile main beach (Fred Benson Town Beach) — free sand a walk from the ferry, so leave the car on the mainland and bike the island.
New Shoreham, Rhode Island · live parking & conditions · updated June 19, 2026
- WhereNew Shoreham, Rhode Island
- CostFree
- ParkingLimited island parking — most arrive by ferry & walk/bike
- AmenitiesRestrooms · Lifeguard
About Crescent Beach
Crescent Beach is a free hidden gem in New Shoreham, Rhode Island. On-site you'll find restrooms, lifeguard.
Parking at Crescent Beach
Limited island parking — most arrive by ferry & walk/bike. BeachMap shows Crescent Beach's live parking status — open, filling or full — reported by other beachgoers.
Check Crescent Beach parking on the live map →Conditions & tides
Crescent Beach is a quieter, out-of-the-way spot, so it's worth checking conditions before you make the trip. Tap Crescent Beach on the map for live surf, wind, water temperature, UV and tide times.
Open Crescent Beach on the map →Crescent Beach: FAQ
- Is there parking at Crescent Beach?
- Limited island parking — most arrive by ferry & walk/bike. BeachMap shows Crescent Beach's real-time parking status — open, filling or full — reported by other beachgoers.
- Is Crescent Beach free?
- Yes — Crescent Beach is free to access.
- What's at Crescent Beach?
- Crescent Beach has restrooms, lifeguard.