Fishermen's Memorial State Park, Rhode Island

This Li’l Rhody spot has access to all manner of seaside enjoyment—beaches are bikeable, Block Island is just a ferry ride away. You can practically taste the seafood from Fisherman’s Memorial State Park. Cuff your pants at low tide and wade out into the adjacent salt pond muck for the freshest clams this side of the Mississippi or stop at Iggy’s on your way to watch the sun set at the Point Judith Lighthouse (a beacon of red and white striped postcard perfection). It’s a popular spot in the warm summer months—maybe because of the Sunday farmer’s market on-site? We think YES.