Rocky Point State Park in Warwick in Kent County, Rhode Island — The American Northeast (New England)
The Pier
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Rocky Point was traditionally accessed via Narragansett Bay. In 1860, the American Steamship Company ran ships to the park's pier several times a day. The pier, a constant fixture at the park, was not untouched by the ravages of nature. In 1883, a fire demolished the boathouse at the pier. The Hurricanes of 1938 and 1954 (Hurricane Carole) destroyed the pier, but it was rebuilt so eager vacationers and park goers could once again arrive by dinghy, pleasure boat, or even yacht to enjoy all that Rocky Point had to offer.
The pier remained a desirable way to approach Rocky Point, even as land access to the park became available through horse and trolley cars. However, once those transportation methods gave way to cars and buses, it became less of a focal point for park access.
As a future amenity, the state is planning on replacing the remnants of the last pier with a new fishing pier.
Fun fact: The Bay Queen cruise ship provided transportation to Rocky Point.
Erected by Leadership Rhode Island; the City of Warwick, Rhode Isand.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Parks & Recreational Areas
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Location. 41° 41.318′ N, 71° 21.927′ W. Marker is in Warwick, Rhode Island, in Kent County. It is in Rocky Point State Park. It is on Rocky Point Avenue half a mile east of Palmer Avenue, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1 Rocky Point Ave, Warwick RI 02889, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Greater Providence and on Narragansett Bay. It is also in the American Northeast and in New England. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Larry Mouradjian Fishing Pier (a few steps from this marker); Presidential Phone Call (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Shore Dinner Hall (about 300 feet away); House of Horrors (about 500 feet away); The Circle Swing (about 600 feet away); Rocky Point and Baseball
Credits. This page was last revised on July 13, 2024. It was originally submitted on July 13, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 126 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 13, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
