Embassy Cruising Guide New England Coast, 16th edition

By Maptech

Embassy Cruising Guide New England Coast covers Block Island, Rhode Island to the Canadian Border. Includes Coastal Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine.

• Language: English
• Publisher: MapTech
• Release date: Aug 5, 2023
• ISBN: 9781545756805

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Narragansett Bay to Mount Hope Bay

With easy access to and from the Atlantic Ocean, Narragansett Bay extends 28 miles inland and covers 10 percent of the state’s area. It is actually more an estuary than a bay, characterized by an influx of fresh water from several rivers and streams. Therefore, as you weave your way north through the 36 islands scattered about, the waters become brackish, fed mainly by the Taunton, Barrington and Providence rivers.

The effects of the Bay on Rhode Island are undeniable. The very creation of the colony with its booming fishing and shipbuilding industries originated here. The waters of Narragansett Bay feature ports both lively and quiet, and hosts islands that are threaded to the nearby mainland by bridges. There’s something for every type of boater — from the gunkholer to the yacht racer to the fisherman.

The two largest islands, Conanicut and Aquidneck (also called Rhode Island), split the bay into three main channels. West Passage runs between the mainland and Conanicut Island, best known as Jamestown. The main channel in the middle of the Bay is East Passage, which separates Conanicut from Aquidneck Island. The easternmost channel is the Sakonnet River, which is actually a strait beginning at the narrow passage between the north end of Aquidneck and the small section of mainland on the east side of the Bay.

Each route has a distinctly different flavor. West Passage is the fastest, most direct course to Providence, the capital of Rhode Island. Along the way, poke around Dutch Island Harbor, Wickford, Allen Harbor and Greenwich Bay. These relaxing stopovers have plenty for transients, including fuel, repairs and historic attractions ashore. They’re also close to Warwick, home to T.F. Green International Airport, the first state-owned airport in America. Should the need arise, you can catch one of more than 100 daily nonstop flights to 30 destinations with hundreds of connecting flight options.

East Passage attracts the most boaters, because it’s the fastest route to Newport, one of the most popular ports of call on the Atlantic seaboard, as well as to Bristol and Mount Hope Bay. The latter actually reaches north into Swansea, Somerset and Fall River, three Massachusetts ports that clearly identify as being part of Narragansett Bay and Rhode Island. The opposite is true for the Rhode Island towns along the Sakonnet River — Portsmouth, Tiverton and Little Compton — where many residents commute to, shop, and visit doctors and hospitals in Fall River.

Regardless of the channel you choose, cruising conditions in Narragansett Bay vary little. In general, the tidal range is 3 to 4 feet, increasing a bit as you travel north. Bay currents average 1 knot and typically increase in narrow passages.

About 20 miles south of Narragansett Bay, Block Island competes with Newport as the busiest port within this area during summer. If you don’t want to travel there in your own boat you can take the ferry from Point Judith, the acknowledged southwestern border of Narragansett Bay.

If you visit other regions in New England to the north, you’ll become more and more aware of the intimacy of cruising the Narragansett Bay area. Other states may offer longer coastlines along which to sail, but no place pulls you in quite like Rhode Island. Turn the pages to find out more.

Block Island

Superyacht Destination

Apremier port of refuge for anyone on an Atlantic Ocean voyage, Block Island is centrally located a relatively short distance from Narragansett Bay, Buzzards Bay, Vineyard Sound and Nantucket Sound. From here you can make a straight passage to Cape May, N.J., 200 miles away; Norfolk, Va., 350 miles; Bermuda, 625 miles; and the Strait of Gibraltar, 3,000 miles.

The original inhabitants called this Manisses, or island of the little god. Italian Giovanni da Verrazzano, sailing for the French king, initially sighted the place in 1524 during his exploration of the New World. Almost a hundred years later, Adriaen Block charted the cay and named it after himself, Adriaen’s Eyland. The Europeans who came here later decided it was much easier to spell the Dutchman’s last name.

Perilous ledges, fog and open water can make for a difficult approach here. Between 1819 and 1838, nearly 60 vessels met their demise on or near Block Island. The obstacles haven’t changed much, but modern navigation and tenacity override it all with boaters counting down the days until they can head out to one of the island’s two harbors.

The haven of Great Salt Pond (New Harbor) spills into the island’s west side and is awash with activity, particularly during Block Island Race Week. On the island’s other side (yet just a walk away), Old Harbor is where the ferries operate.

All types of yacht racers, fishermen, bicyclists, bird watchers, beach lovers, environmentalists and partygoers from around the globe converge here. Almost all of the island’s economy is tied to tourism and the hospitality industry. During peak season, 20,000 people per day will arrive by ferry and on personal watercraft.

As the mecca of many a traveler, it is best to visit on a weekday from June through August. On summer weekends, many who come to retreat here are not on silent mode.

Despite its popularity, Block Island has managed to retain a faraway feeling. There is a no-frills aesthetic here that stimulates deep, relaxing breaths of its guests upon arrival. New Shoreham, the official name of the town that encompasses the entire geographic area of Block Island, does its best to ensure that tourism-related activities do not compromise the island’s character or natural and cultural resources.

More than 40 percent of this lamb chop-shaped paradise is protected. The Nature Conservancy calls the 9.7-squaremile island one of the Last Great Places in the Western Hemisphere. As the wind-swept and ocean-eroded bluffs rise above the horizon and the pristine green hills roll into view on your approach, you will agree the place is just as magical as when the first explorers landed here.

Things to See and Do

Block Island is its own major attraction with a distinct pace and scale. The landscape reminds one of Scotland or Wales with its rolling hills and rugged ravines. Mansard and gambrel roofs cover lovely gingerbread and Victorian homes. Miles of Colonial-era stone walls, hundreds of freshwater ponds and amusements mostly of the old-fashioned variety evoke an earlier era. If it weren’t for the buzz, beep, bing, ding and ring of the electronic devices in everyone’s hands, you’d swear you were in a time warp.

You can rent bicycles and mopeds near most of the marinas. It’s about a 20-minute bike ride from the southern end to the northernmost point of the island. A couple of hills will test your endurance — we like to walk the bikes in those short stretches. Taxis are readily available from town as well, and the drivers double as tour guides. Walking through town is easy, notwithstanding the ferry throng.

Summer weekends are bound to be packed, so plan to arrive early if you expect any chance of finding space in the harbors, particularly around Memorial Day, the Fourth of July or Labor Day. On these occasions, you could practically walk across New Harbor on the decks of 2,000 or so boats. Don’t be surprised to find another 200-plus rafted together in Old Harbor.

In addition, Block Island Race Week in late June has a life of its own. During odd-numbered years, the event is held by the Storm Trysail Club, and in other years, a smaller, equally competitive regional regatta is held for the benefit of local charities. These sailboat races test the skills of novices and hard-core amateurs alongside seasoned veterans and professionals. Friendly rivalries exist on the water and ashore, and the camaraderie among participants is reminiscent of a reunion of long-lost relatives. It’s probably the busiest time to visit here.

For those who want to idle ashore there are two nice beaches near town. Row to the eastern side of Great Salt Pond, beach your dinghy, and walk across Corn Neck Road to Crescent Beach. The sand and usually light surf extend from Old Harbor to Jerry’s Point, offering excellent swimming and sandcastle opportunities. It’s family friendly and has facilities but isn’t the quietest option on the island. Ballard’s Beach on the east side of the Old Harbor breakwater is another popular option, this with a slightly larger surf.

More secluded alternatives and some stronger surge are farther afield. Head to Southeast Light and descend the wooden stairs from the towering Mohegan Bluffs to the sand and boulders below. You’ll see the Wind Farm just 3 miles to the southeast.

Another navigational landmark worth seeing is North Light, situated on the complete other side of the island from Southeast Light. The ride to North Light takes you along lovely quiet roads that open up to photographic vistas. Whether you travel by bike or car, the road ends at Settler’s Rock, the place where the first Europeans came ashore. From there, it’s about a mile’s walk over a sand-and-rock beach to reach the light. The terrain makes it feel a lot longer than it really is, but the view is worth the effort.

There are 28 miles of beach hikes and footpaths between the island’s northernmost and southernmost reaches in what are collectively called The Greenway. Visit the Nature Conservancy (352 High St.) or Old Harbor’s tourist information building for a map. Leashed dogs are permitted within The Greenway, and be aware that Lyme disease-carrying deer ticks are abundant.

Clay Head Hill Trail provides a spectacular view across the bluffs. It starts on Corn Neck Road, about 3 miles from Payne’s Dock and Champlin’s. From Old Harbor, walk up Crescent Beach and pick up the trail about 1.5 miles to the north. Keep going north and you’ll end up at the lighthouse.

For some visitors, Block Island is all about fishing. Anglers go to Southwest Ledge for sea bass and bluefish. At the docks in Great Pond’s southern reaches, Twin Maples (401-466-5547) has tackle, bait and apparel, including their signature Eat Fish shirts. Five hundred or so feet to the north, Block Island Fishworks & Sandy Point Lure Co. (40 Ocean Ave; 401-466-5392) carries rods, reels, rigs, lures and bait, and the staff will tell you what’s happening where. Be sure to make reservations if you decide to take one of their charter trips.

Another place for paddling and surfing adventures is Ocean Adventures (401-368-2611), which is at the corner of West Side Road and Ocean Avenue. They provide lessons, tours and even spear fishing excursions. Our preferred sortie is their run out to Block Island Oyster Co., where you’ll learn about farming the shellfish while tasting them. How often do you get to eat and exercise — and get an education?

School your visiting young ones about clamming with a shellfish permit for Great Salt Pond from the harbormaster’s office (401-466-3204). They can do a little crabbing, too. These are just a couple of activities ripe for kids without the need for a charged battery and internet service.

A little offbeat entertainment can be found at the 1661 Farm and Garden across from the 1661 Inn (401-466-2421). In the midst of wandering ducks and geese, you’ll likely be surprised to see some more exotic animals — kangaroo, camels, lemurs, emu, llamas and many more! It’s owned by the inn and open to the public. You can even buy a bag of feed.

The kids can also blow off some steam at Ball O’Brien Park, located between Champlin’s Marina & Resort (401-466-7777) and Payne’s Dock (401-466-5572). They have a skate park, basketball and tennis courts, and swings and climbing things.

You will, at some point, want to swing over to Old Harbor. The little town has it all: art galleries, bars, food, shopping, beaches and the ferry docks. There’s even a cinema. The historic Empire Theater (17 Water St.; 401-466-2555) shows movies and an occasional play by night, and during the day they have an open Artisan and Thrift Market.

A great resource concerning anything on Block Island is the Chamber of Commerce (401-466-2982). Stop by their office in Old Harbor on Water Street for maps and any questions you may have. They go out of their way to help you with a vast store of local knowledge, and they are open every day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Did we mention the town’s people? Not the locals — the tourists. Old Harbor is crowded by Block Island standards, somewhere between your yacht club bar after Wednesday night racing and your local church for Christmas Mass. Behaviors run the gamut.

Restaurants and Provisions

When you’re ready to go ashore to dine, planning ahead is key. Yes, there are more than 50 places to eat, but on summer weekends, restaurants are usually crowded and not all of them take reservations. In spring and fall, hours may be limited. Also, some places only take cash. Get the scoop in advance with a phone call to the establishment. There is a bank with a 24-hour ATM on the corner of Ocean Avenue and Dodge Street, a mile from the New Harbor marinas.

You won’t have to go far to fill an empty stomach or soothe a parched gullet. Many guests of Champlin’s Marina & Resort (401-466-7777) whittle away the hours at their Pier 76 Dock Bar, where many tales are shared and singing along to the live music is customary. Some patrons may prefer to dip into their pool bar. Other options for dining at Champlin’s are a seasonal restaurant, a food truck and a grab-and-go cafe. Your pooch will like their dog park and your grandchildren will enjoy their playground. For those at anchor or on a mooring, the launch boat within the harbor stops at Champlin’s. Bike rentals and taxis are available to go off the property.

At neighboring New Harbor Boat Basin, The Oar (401-466-8820) is the sailors’ choice during and after Race Week. It serves casual burgers and pub fare, all beneath an abundance of personalized hanging oars.

Next door, Payne’s Dock (401-466-5572) is an island institution, having been in the same family since 1936. The bars here are a preferred hangout for the overwhelmed locals during the summer, and there is live music every night. Challenge your mates to a game of cornhole while you listen to fishermen brag about their day. Many come to Payne’s to relax while enjoying the harbor view, especially around sunset. (For those looking for Clif Payne, the omnipresent greeter and grandson of founder Frank Payne, we must report that he passed away in late 2022, but their kin continue running the place. Salutes to Clif and the family are always appreciated.)

About 150 yards to the south is Dead Eye Dick’s (218 Ocean Ave.: 401-466-2654), known for swordfish and lobster. Its outside deck and casual atmosphere make it a perennial favorite with locals and visitors alike.

Toward Old Harbor, go for some comforting grub and grab some brews at Poor People’s Pub (33 Ocean Ave.; 401-466-8533). Around the corner, 200 yards away, the pairing of Winfield’s (401-466-5856) and Yellow Kittens (401-466-5855) on Corn Neck Road offers an unusual hop from fine dining to late-night partying. On those wild summer weekends, Yellow Kittens can usually be found by following the hum of late-night revelers. Across the street, McAloons (596 Corn Neck Road; 401-466-2928) is a family-friendly bar and grill.

You’ll find most of the island’s cafés and inns in Old Harbor. They’re also the ones where the ferry crowds chow down, so time your visit appropriately. During peak season, Old Harbor is both charming and a little annoying. Pedestrian traffic spills off the sidewalks, especially when the ferries arrive. Until the last boat leaves, it’s usually a very lively scene within a backdrop of picturesque architecture.

One of our favorite stops is Aldo’s Bakery (130 Weldon’s Way; 401-466-2198), which is one block inland from Water Street and the ferries. Delights include coffee, pastries, bread, cakes and ice cream (gluten-free). They also deliver directly to boats in New Harbor. Some evenings, Aldo’s sell fish.

Over on Water Street, Ballard’s Inn (401-466-2231) at the marina of the same name is known far and wide. The open dining area with its central bar, the beach with bonfires and music, the international summer staff sporting badges identifying their home countries — all fun.

Nondescript Rebecca’s Seafood Takeout (435 Water St.; 401-466-5411) serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, and is a tree nut- and peanut-free restaurant. Head there, too, if you want delicious fare to go — they’ll set you up for a hike or picnic. They also serve lunch and snacks from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Rebecca’s waterside location within the Crescent Beach pavilion.

You’ll be sure to find a good meal at the Harbor Grill (401-466-8808), which is located in the Harborside Inn (213 Water St.; 401-466-5504), and Mohegan Restaurant & Bar (2 spots down from 213 Water St.; 401-466-5911). Both are located across from the ferry dock. Ernie’s Old Harbor Restaurant (212 Water St.), also near the ferry landing, serves a fine breakfast.

The Hotel Manisses (251 Spring St.; 401-466-9898) is an elegant boutique alternative for fine dining or spending the night ashore. It is housed in a Victorian landmark less than a quarter-mile south of the ferry dock.

A competitor for Block Island’s best coffee is Persephone’s Kitchen (235 Dodge St.; 401-466-5070), where you can sip your morning brew with one of their simply delicious breakfast offerings. It’s just around the corner from the landmark National Hotel (36 Water St.; 401-466-2901), which has a full restaurant and bar as well as a darn good gelato spot.

For those with a sweet tooth, look for Blocks of Fudge (401-466-5196) on Chapel Street behind Eli’s Restaurant (401-466-5230), 150 yards from the ferries, or The Ice Cream Place (401-466-2198), a couple of doors to the south of Eli’s on Weldon’s Way.

Fresh-picked produce, just-baked treats and other specialties can be found at the farmers’ market, held Wednesday and Saturday mornings in season at Legion Park, 10 West Side Road. Go early — the sweet treats disappear quickly!

Restock the galley at Block Island Depot (101 Ocean Ave.; 401-466-2403), a half-mile from Payne’s, or Block Island Grocery & Package Store (242 Ocean Ave.; 401-466-2949), a quarter mile from the ferries. There’s a bank next door with an ATM. Seaside Market & Deli, across from the ferry dock, sells sundries and convenience items.

A post office (32 Water St.; 401-466-7733) is next to the Harbor Baptist Church about 150 yards from Ballard’s Marina, and there’s a library (401-466-3233) on Dodge Street behind the National Hotel. A medical center (401-466-2974) with a resuscitation/trauma bay and off-hours emergency care is at 6 Payne Road, which is about a mile south of the Old Harbor ferry docks and 2 miles from the marinas in New Harbor.

Tides

Use tide tables for Block Island. The mean range is 2.9 feet.

Charts

Use Maptech ChartKit Region 2, Pages 5 and 30; ChartKit Region 3, Pages 10, 36 and 63; Maptech Waterproof Chartbook Long Island Sound; Maptech Waterproof Charts 1, 19 and 86; NOAA charts 13205 (1:80,000), 13215 (1:40,000), 13217 (1:15,000) and 13218 (1:80,000).

Navigation and Anchorages

The entrance to Great Salt Pond is 11 miles southwest of Point Judith, 22 miles from Newport, 45 miles from Buzzards Bay, and 51 miles from Nantucket Sound. From the west, Great Salt Pond is 15 miles from Montauk, 38 miles from the Connecticut River, and 21 miles from The Race at the eastern end of Long Island Sound.

From a distance, Block Island looks like two separate hills, split by the low-lying Great Salt Pond. The island’s north end is marked by the squat tower of the Block Island North Lighthouse (Fl 5s 58ft Priv), about 1.8 miles from G 1BI Fl G 4s BELL. The bell is often used as a racing mark and can be hard to round, especially with winds out of the southwest.

CAUTION: Do not cut south of G 1BI Fl G 4s BELL unless you have up-to-date local knowledge — Block Island North Reef stretches almost all the way from Sandy Point to the buoy. The shoals constantly shift. Standing waves develop around the bell buoy when the wind and tide are opposed, and waves break heavily on the reef.

Block Island Southeast Light (Fl G 5s 261ft 17M HORN) atop Mohegan Bluffs marks the lower end of the island. In good weather, you can see the light clearly when coming from Montauk or the south. If you’re approaching during limited visibility, note that while the fog signal can be heard from several miles away, it may be indistinct when nearby.

Another landmark off the southeast coast is the Block Island Wind Farm — America’s first offshore — that is located 2.5 to 3 miles off Southeast Light. Boaters must navigate away from and must not anchor or moor near these turbines. (More on these later in the chapter141.)

The perimeter of the island is littered with boulders and should be approached with caution, even by those in small boats. The Coast Guard recommends keeping a half-mile offshore except in the marked channels.

There is a virtual maritime highway between Point Judith and Block Island. There are many vessels of various sizes, operated by boaters with varying degrees of experience at the helm. The high-speed ferries also travel at a good clip until they reach the entrance to Old Harbor. Be sure to stay alert for traffic over your shoulder.

Great Salt Pond (also called New Harbor)

From the east, you’ll be crossing open water from the mouth of Buzzards Bay. In early summer, the weather can be foggy along this route, and you’ll be sailing through long swells from the open ocean.

Beginning at the Buzzards Bay Light (Fl 2.5s 67ft 14M HORN) near Cuttyhunk Island, head west-southwest for about 25 miles to G 1BI Fl G 4s BELL, north of Block Island. Be alert for commercial traffic heading to and from Narragansett and Buzzards bays. Once you approach the island’s northern end, stay north of G 1BI Fl G 4s BELL, round it and swing south toward R 2 BELL, about 3.5 miles away at the entrance to Great Salt Pond.

From Point Judith it’s a straight shot south-southwest for about 7 miles to G 1BI Fl G 4s BELL. Again, stay north of this mark and then swing south to R 2 BELL at the entrance to Great Salt Pond.

From the west, crossing Block Island Sound to R 2 BELL at the entrance of Great Salt Pond is akin to being in the open Atlantic. There are long swells, there is sometimes heavy fog in early summer, and you should anticipate and avoid the commercial shipping traffic.

The entrance to Great Salt Pond is protected by a jetty marked by F R 49ft 8M 4 HORN. Although the channel shoals, it still carries a respectable 10-plus feet at mean low water. (Deep-draft vessels and those greater than 48 feet LOA should hail the harbormaster on VHF 12 or call 401-466-3204, before going inside.)

From R 2 BELL it’s a straight shot into the harbor. Leave G C 5 to port, split G 7 Fl G 4s and R 8 Fl R 4s, then continue through the well-marked, narrow passage.

CAUTION: If you’re entering New Harbor at night, it’s important to realize that the entrance channel is parallel to, but does not run directly along, the jetty. Use F R 49ft 8M 4 HORN at the end of the jetty to locate the entrance, and stay between the lighted G 7 Fl G 4s and R 8 Fl R 4s channel markers to guide you through. Running next to the jetty will put you aground.

Those entering New Harbor under sail on summer afternoons will often be greeted by a southwest breeze that seemingly appears from nowhere and whisks you into the pond. Keep in mind that the channel is heavily used during peak periods; you may have to make room for the ferry during Block Island Race Week.

For a slip inside here, try Champlin’s Marina & Resort (401-466-7777) or Payne’s Dock (401-466-5572). These are the only places to get gas and diesel fuel on the island. Both have groceries, bike and moped rentals, and restaurants on-site or close by. Hang out long enough at their bars and you’ll get plenty of information on your next destination or places farther afield. Some of the stories you will hear are actually true. See the table at the beginning of this chapter for the dockage, service, supplies and amenities available at the island’s marinas.

Anchoring is prohibited in the northern quarter of the pond, which is clearly marked. You will see the anchorage area to the east; you must anchor south of the cylindrical No Anchoring buoys. If you have any questions about anchoring, hail the harbormaster on VHF 12.

CAUTION: Dragging anchor is a real problem, especially when the wind comes up in the afternoon. Many people fail to put out enough scope and a rising tide only makes it worse. Two anchors off the bow are recommended.

Finding space to anchor on the busier weekends can be a chore. With the varied types of holding ground throughout the Pond, your choice of anchor is important. Experience would suggest using a Danforth in the hard bottom found in the middle of the anchorage and a plow anchor in the soft perimeters. On the far eastern side of the Pond, there are some areas where the bottom is covered with oyster shells and other debris. It’s best to avoid this area and head into the deeper water.

If you’re anchored out, Oldport Launch Service (VHF 68) works Great Salt Pond in season. There is also a public dinghy dock between Payne’s and Dead Eye Dick’s that can accommodate about 100 dinghies.

The town of New Shoreham is strict about anchoring. The 90 town-owned rental moorings located west of R N 14 are allotted on a first-come, first-served basis and fill up quickly. Just pick up a mooring and hail the harbor-master to advise of your location. If you can’t find one, contact the harbormaster (VHF 12 or 401-466-3204 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m.) to inquire about a vacancy. You will need to arrive early if you’d like a mooring. The harbor-master tells us that if you show up on a Friday afternoon, you probably won’t find space. Visa and MasterCard are accepted.

NOTE: If your boat is longer than 48 feet, make sure you call the harbormaster (401-466-3204 or VHF 12) before you pick up a mooring so that you can be directed to one of the moorings designated for larger boats.

Great Salt Pond is a no discharge zone. Discharge valves must be sealed in the closed position. If you don’t have a holding tank, you must use the facilities ashore. The town of New Shoreham operates a free pumpout service; contact them on VHF 73.

Also, recycling is mandatory on Block Island. Separate aluminum, glass and plastic from your trash. Any hazardous waste must be taken back to the mainland with your vessel.

Old Harbor

On the east side of the Block, Old Harbor is a tiny artificial refuge occupied by fishing boats, charter boats, ferries and a small marina run by Ballard’s (401-466-2029). Dockage is very limited at Ballard’s, but they do take reservations as long as you don’t draw more than 5 feet. Old Harbor may seem like the more ideal harbor on Block Island because it gives you direct access to downtown and is better protected by high bluffs and the breakwaters, but it has very little space.

From the east, it’s a straight shot to Old Harbor. This is the open ocean; so don’t be surprised by swells or occasional fog. On the other hand, there’s not much in the way of obstructions.

If you’re coming from the west, you can round Block Island to either the north or the south. Your only concern if you choose the northern route is to keep well north of G 1BI Fl G 4s BELL and well east of G C 7 and the rocks on the eastern side of the island before heading toward Old Harbor. Take note of the charted high-speed ferry route.

From Point Judith, it’s also a fairly simple cruise. Keep east of G C 7 at Old Britton Rock off Block Island’s northeast side en route to G 1 Fl G 2.5s BELL. From this mark, Old Harbor is just a half-mile to the south. To the west of this nav aid, there are buoys off Crescent Beach that mark a no anchor zone due to the cable that is part of the Block Island Wind Farm.

From the south, let Block Island Southeast Light (Fl G 5s 261ft 17M HORN) and the turbines of the Wind Farm lead the way. Once you approach the island, stay at least a half-mile offshore to avoid Old Whale Rock, which is about 400 yards east of Southeast Point, or 900 yards from Southeast Light. As you continue northward, stay about 600 yards offshore, then round the jetty at the harbor’s entrance.

CAUTION: When rounding the island’s south side, be alert to the aforementioned wind farm. The five turbines are marked by quick flashing lights and a horn.There is a 500-yard safety zone around each of the turbines; vessels are prohibited from transiting, mooring, or anchoring within the safety zones. Regulations are subject to change; refer to the Federal Register and notices to mariners for updates. Be alert for repair vessels in this area.

Anchoring is a problem in Old Harbor, as there isn’t much room. Hail the harbormaster on VHF 12 for details on where to go. The town maintains a public dock, but no (401-466-3235 or VHF 12) or enter the inner basin and hail him from your boat. Make sure you have lines and fenders ready. The pumpout boat may be reached on VHF 72.

Superyacht Facilities

Champlin’s Hotel, Marina & Resort 401-466-7777

Payne’s Dock 401-466-5572

Shoreside and Emergency Services

Airport: 401-466-5511

Coast Guard Rescue Coordination Center:

— 911 or VHF 16

Ferry:

—Montauk, N.Y. 631-668-5700

—New London, Conn. 860-444-4624; 401-466-2212

—Newport, R.I. 401-783-7996

—Point Judith, R.I. 401-783-7996

Harbormaster:

—New Harbor: 401-466-3204 or VHF 12

—Old Harbor: 401-466-3235 or VHF 12

Launch Services: VHF 68

Medical Center: 401-466-2974

Tow Service:

—SAFE/SEA 401-295-8711 or VHF 16

—SeaTow 800-4SEATOW or VHF 16

Point Judith Harbor of Refuge

Superyacht Destination

Acircuit or district in Hebrew, Galilee is known in the New Testament as the home of Jesus Christ, who called the first of his disciples there to become fishers of men. In Rhode Island, Galilee is a major fishing port, trailing only New Bedford and Gloucester, Massachusetts, as the harbors with the highest value of seafood landed in New England.

Yes, the names on the nautical charts have biblical origins. Point Judith for the Tribe of Judah, located near the settlements of Jerusalem and Galilee on the harbor’s west and east sides, respectively. These two villages are officially in the town of Narragansett at the entrance to the bay of the same name.

New arrivals here will quickly grasp why Galilee (Point Judith) ranks in the Top 20 of all commercial fishing harbors in the United States. There are close to 250 boats based in the port, hauling in about $65 million annually in shellfish. This includes 16 percent of the total landings of squid in America, which puts Rhode Island second in the nation behind California in that category. Recreational boaters benefit greatly, as the channel that accommodates the commercial fleet is dredged to deep depths and the businesses here can support most any vessel. Thus, Point Judith Harbor of Refuge answers many a visiting boater’s prayers.

Things to See and Do

Point Judith Harbor of Refuge is more than just a shelter in a storm. There are beaches to explore, marshes and backwaters to kayak in all directions, and you can take the ferry to Block Island and save yourself squeezing into the anchorage there. You can also provision the boat in nearby Wakefield, take the bus up to the state capital of Providence — or, heck, all the way to Newport.

To the east of the breakwater is Salty Brine State Beach. It is named after a Rhode Island radio personality, the late Walter Leslie Brine, aka Salty, who for half a century — from 1943 to 1993 — made it clear to listeners his love for the sea and his campaigns for disabled citizens, especially children. The adjacent Roger Wheeler State Beach (401-789-8374) honors the creator of the Rhode Island State Life-Saving System. Both beaches are easily accessible by kayak from the Harbor of Refuge anchorage and have hot showers, restrooms and food concessions.

To the west of The Breachway, in Jerusalem, East Matunuck State Beach (401-789-8374) lures the surfers when the waves are up. From Point Judith Marina, it’s about 2 miles to East Matunuck State Beach.

The real, or reel, draw here is fishing. Ask the folks at your marina to point you to the hot spots and places to get bait. The closing days of July bring on Galilee’s Blessing of the Fleet, with commercial and recreational boats dressed up for a parade and a ceremonial blessing by local clergy. Sponsored by the Narragansett Lions Club, the event also includes lots of food and live music plus a 10-mile run, which could be comical for those with sea legs.

If you want to honor the fishing trade, but don’t want go out, visit Fishermen’s Memorial State Park (1011 Point Judith Road; 401-789-8374), which is a mile east of Galilee’s Great Island Road boat ramp and the State Pier, where the Block Island Ferry (866-783-7996) departs. Fishermen’s Memorial has playgrounds for your grandchildren, basketball and tennis courts, and walking trails for you and your canine friend. Be advised that there is a 6-foot leash limit, a maximum of two dogs per person or group, and you must register your pet upon entry.

Fishermen’s Memorial is a former World War II defense installation, known as Fort Greene, named after Rhode Island Revolutionary War hero, Nathanael Greene of Warwick. In the first half of the 20th century, Narragansett Bay was considered by naval strategists as the best safe haven and rallying point for war ships of any place from Cape Cod to Cape Hatteras, rivaled only by Hampton Roads in Virginia. The points of land and the islands within the Bay were home to coastal artillery emplacements that guarded the approaches to the shipyards, torpedo factories, ammunition storage areas and the Newport Naval Station. Many are now parks and museums to explore.

There is another fishermen’s memorial adjacent to the Point Judith Lighthouse (1470 Ocean Road; 401-789-0444), which is home to a Coast Guard Station. These are easily reached by kayak or non-motorized dinghy from the beach at the easternmost point of land within the Harbor of Refuge anchorage. Splashy sunrises and sunsets are prevalent here.

Restaurants and Provisions

In Snug Harbor, walk over to Matunuck Oyster Bar (401-783-4202) at Matunuck Marina. The oysters are pondto-plate from the farm just off the dock and many of the vegetables come from the restaurant’s organic garden. You can even get there by dinghy if you’re anchoring in the Harbor of Refuge. You’ll be rewarded at the end of a long ride!

Inside the Breachway, Jim’s Dock (401-783-2050) has a super casual vibe and fresh lobster. It’s BYOB and a great place to mingle with fellow boaters and locals alike. Neighboring Skip’s Cafe is always so busy that they don’t want us to publish a telephone number. The staff here is ultra-friendly and goes out of their way to please. The owner did stress the 30-minute limit at what is officially Skip’s Dock, which is for long-term clients only.

Across the way, two mainstay restaurants, Champlin’s Seafood Deck (256 Great Island Road; 401-783-3152) and George’s of Galilee (250 Sand Hill Cove Road; 401-783-2306), are always packed in the summer. There are no docks for boaters, but both are just off the state beaches on the north side of Point Judith Harbor of Refuge and a half-mile south of the Great Island Road launch ramp.

Tides

Use tide tables for Point Judith Harbor of Refuge. The mean tidal range is 3 feet.

Charts

Use Maptech ChartKit Region 2, Pages 6 and 30, and ChartKit Region 3, Pages 63 and 64. Also, NOAA charts 13215 (1:40,000), 13218 (1:80,000) and 13219 (1:15,000).

Navigation and Anchorages

There is a maritime highway between Point Judith Harbor of Refuge and Block Island to the south. Many boats of various sizes, operated by people with varying degrees of experience, require your attention. High-speed ferries add to the scene.

You can enter the Harbor of Refuge through either the West Gap or East Gap, but watch for boats traveling parallel courses behind the breakwaters. You’ll see many lights as you approach at night, so refer to your chart to determine which light belongs to which breakwater.

All moorings in Point Judith Harbor of Refuge and Point Judith Pond are administered by the Narragansett Harbormaster (401-640-1038). Few are available to transients, so you’re better off seeking a slip at Point Judith Marina (401-789-7189) or one of the other facilities.

From the west, Nebraska Shoal sits 1.2 miles off the shore and about 3.5 miles west of Point Judith Harbor of Refuge. The shoreline is mostly sandy beach with three unmarked breachways — Weekapaug, Quonochontaug and Charlestown — used by small boats with local knowledge.

Make the approach into the Harbor of Refuge through West Gap, an opening in the breakwaters between Fl R 4s 29ft 5M 2 and Fl G 6s 35ft 5M 3 HORN. This 500-yardwide entrance has circular currents and the area can get congested at times, so approach carefully. Be aware that the breakwaters create a blind corner.

From the east, it’s a clear shot. Point Judith Light, Oc (3) 15s 65ft 16M HORN (MRASS), is your landmark. Keep at least a quarter mile south of the point before turning northwest toward the breakwaters. In the East Gap, between R 2 Fl R 4s and Fl G 4s 39ft 5M 3, you’ll find about 20 to 30 feet of water.

CAUTION: Rounding Point Judith can be difficult, especially in a sailboat. Prevailing southwest winds often seem to set you toward the shore. There are dangerous submerged rocks more than 1,000 feet south of the light.

From the south, it’s just about 7 miles north and east from G 1BI Fl G 4s BELL off the northern tip of Block Island to the Harbor of Refuge. There are few navigational aids along this run until you spot R 4 BELL south of the main breakwater.

Harbor of Refuge

Point Judith Harbor of Refuge is an artificial basin bounded by a V-shaped breakwater with openings on the east and west sides and backed by land to the northeast. Once you’re in the harbor, you feel as though you’ve entered a small lagoon. On a weekend or holiday, you’ll encounter daysailers, jet skiers, kayakers, sailboarders, swimmers and crabbers among the throng inside. One of the town’s many mooring fields is in the southeastern corner of the Harbor of Refuge, about a half-mile west of the Point Judith Lighthouse. Contact the harbormaster (401-640-1038) to see if any are available.

There can be heavy crossing traffic in the Harbor of Refuge so anchor south or southeast of RG N, the junction buoy in the middle of the harbor, behind the main breakwater. You’ll find an average depth of 20 feet, but it shoals quickly nearer to the breakwater.

Note that while the breakwaters offer good protection from the sea, you may bear the full brunt of the wind. Portions of the breakwater’s center section are submerged and allow waves to break over the rocks. Beware of the charted wreck located inside the Harbor of Refuge near G 5 Fl G 2.5s, a quarter mile inside the east breakwater’s entrance.

Point Judith Pond

If you prefer the comfort of a marina, pick up the channel on the west side of the harbor and head north into Point Judith Pond. The channel begins at R N 2, inside the western jetty. Don’t cut into or stray from the channel north of R N 2 or you’ll end up on the shoal.

CAUTION: People on the beach, on the breakwaters and in the water distract even the most alert captain here.

The channel is 150 feet wide with a depth of 14 feet. It follows the western breakwater to The Breachway, a narrow inlet separating Galilee and Jerusalem. The channel can get congested during the summer, so remember to favor the east side without leaving the channel.

After passing R N 6 on the approach to The Breachway, you’ll see a jetty marked by Fl R 2.5s 4M 8 that extends south from Galilee on the eastern shore. Stay at least 50 feet west of this jetty.

CAUTION: During extreme high tides, the southern tip of the Breachway jetty may be completely covered.

As you pass through The Breachway, the docks of Galilee and Jerusalem await you. The channel splits at the RG N junction buoy.

CAUTION: Steerage speed (no wake) is enforced throughout Point Judith Pond.

Inside The Breachway to the east is the turning basin off the docks in Galilee; to the west is the passage that takes you to Snug Harbor, where you will find Point Judith Marina (401-789-7189), a full-service facility with swimming pool and laundry among its many amenities. Their fuel prices are very competitive, and some boaters prefer to fill up here rather than points farther east. The ponds, marshes and shallows around Point Judith Marina are great for kayaking and gunkholing. It’s a 5-mile bike or cab ride north to the commercial district in Wakefield, which we cover in the next chapter.

Superyacht Facilities

Point Judith Marina 401-789-7189

Shoreside and Emergency Services

Bus: R.I. Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) 401-781-9400

Coast Guard Rescue Coordination Center: 911 or VHF 16

Ferry: Block Island 866-783-7996

Harbormaster: Narragansett 401-640-1038

Tow Service: SAFE/SEA 401-295-8711 or VHF 16

—Sea Tow 800-4SEATOW or VHF 16

—TowBoatU.S. 800-391-4869 or VHF 16

Point Judith Pond

Asmall boating haven, Point Judith Pond is one of Rhode Island’s largest and most heavily used waterways. Fed by the Saugatucket River, it stretches for more than 3 miles from The Breachway north to the town of Wakefield. On weekends, it is loaded with all types of craft and people, from paddle boarders and kayakers out for exercise to hard-core sun worshippers and partiers.

Settlement here began in the 1700s with a mill on the river. The historic Post Road, U.S. Route 1, runs through the middle of town, where a business center began in the late 1800s. South County Hospital, which is across Route 1 from the marinas, opened in 1925. Shopping malls arrived two decades later, burgeoning in the 1980s, making Wakefield the commercial center for this part of Rhode Island. The economy relies on seasonal tourists, many who congregate on the area’s beaches.

Things to See and Do

Buses run between the area’s three main villages — Wakefield, Narragansett and Galilee. The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (401-781-9400) can take you to Providence and Newport, but you don’t have to go far to get provisions and supplies. Just under a mile from the marinas, Salt Pond Shopping Center (91 Point Judith Road, Narragansett) is the closest mall, home to a West Marine (401-788-9977), large grocery store, pet supply shop, pharmacy and bank. Barbers, beauty salons, franchise coffee shops and restaurants run the gamut in the commercial district, which extends to the north for a couple of miles.

Across Salt Pond Mall to the southeast is Adventureland (112 Point Judith Road, Narragansett; 401-789-0030), where a carousel, batting cages, go-karts, bumper boats and minigolf bring out the kid in everyone. Stretch those sea legs on the William C. O’Neill Bike Path, which runs from Narragansett in the east to Kingston Station in South Kingston, where Amtrak goes to Boston, New Haven, New York and Washington.

Nature provides the best activities on Point Judith Pond — fishing, swimming and bird watching. You’ll find nooks and crannies all around, and discover the kind of adventure we all relished as children. The Pond offers the perfect place for your kids and grandkids to explore.

Ashore, the 317-acre John H. Chafee National Wildlife Refuge (43 Crest Ave., Narragansett; 401-364-9124) features an enormous black duck population among piping plovers, osprey and other waterfowl. It’s less than 2 miles northeast of the harbor’s head, and is named for a late state senator who was a leading conservationist in America. (We lost count a long time ago as to all the Chafees and their relatives who have been in Rhode Island politics.)

Restaurants and Provisions

When it comes to eating out, be sure to give yourself time; everything is crowded in summer months and many of the restaurants don’t take reservations. We often gravitate toward TwoTen Oyster Bar & Grill (210 Salt Pond Road, South Kingstown; 401-782-0100), which serves up locally grown oysters as well as land and sea entrees. It is located next to the town dock. Dogs are welcome on their outside patio and your four-legged friend is likely to make TwoTen’s Instagram page, as the staff loves to post pictures of pets.

If you’re looking for breakfast or lunch, check out the waterfront deck at Java Madness (401-788-0088) at Stone Cove Marina. They offer exotic coffees and teas, baked goods, soups, salads and sandwiches. Musicians entertain its guests.

There are a number of choices a ride away at Narragansett, about 2 miles to the east. The icon of the region is the Coast Guard House (40 Ocean Road; 401-789-0700) with its spectacular views and a historic setting. For 50 years, it served as the United States Life Saving Station, where crews maintained small but sturdy rescue boats and put to sea in heroic efforts. The tasty dishes complement the award-winning wine list here.

Tides and Currents

Use tide tables for Point Judith Harbor of Refuge. The mean tidal range is 3 feet in the harbor and somewhat less in the Pond. At the entrance to the Pond, expect a nearly 2-knot current on the flood and just over 1.5 knots on the ebb.

Charts

Use Maptech ChartKit Region 2, Page 30; ChartKit Region 3, Page 63; Maptech Waterproof Chart 18. Also, NOAA charts 13218 (1:80,000) and 13219 (1:15,000).

Navigation and Anchorages

Point Judith Pond extends about 3 miles north of The Breachway to the town of Wakefield. The marked channel leading north can accommodate vessels with 4- to 6-foot drafts, depending on the tide.

NOTE: If you’re coming into Point Judith Pond at night or in poor visibility, keep a spotlight handy — the buoys are not lighted.

Barges are sometimes maneuvered along these narrow corridors of water and brought all the way to Wake-field. Be aware that they have the right of way.

CAUTION: Steerage speed (no wake) is enforced throughout Point Judith Pond.

Ten designated mooring areas occupy the eastern portion of Point Judith Pond from Little Comfort Island north of Galilee to Upper Pond in Wakefield at the harbor’s head. All these moorings are administered by the Narragansett Harbormaster (401-640-1038), but few are available to transients, so you’re better off getting at slip at Safe Harbor Silver Spring (401-783-0783) or one of the other facilities. You may not anchor within the designated mooring areas.

Anchoring within Point Judith Pond is limited to a maximum of 72 hours. While we highlight the primary anchorages below, the adventurous boater will find many other gunkhole opportunities. On weekends, daysailers anchor throughout the shallow areas and raft together to swim, soak up the sun and party. Kayakers are common; many set off from the public ramp adjacent to the Town Dock at Marina Park (401-789-9331) in the Upper Pond.

From Snug Harbor, continue north past High Point, G C 9 and G C 11 along the western shore. There are marshy outcrops on either side ahead, so stay mid-channel until you reach R N 12. The channel carries about 5.5 feet and is 100 feet wide. After R N 12 you’ll enter a narrow, dredged channel for three-quarters of a mile. It’s clearly marked by a series of nuns and cans. When you pass G C 19 and leave the dredged channel, look for R N 22, which marks the southwest tip of Plato Island. Farther north, you’ll pass to the west of Gardner Island.

The primary anchorage is south of the gap between Gardner Island and Beach Island. Keep an eye on your depth sounder here. You must enter the anchorage through the gap between the two islands. This overflows in summer with boats up to 55 feet, so leave yourself room to swing.

You can also anchor just outside of the private moorings around Smelt Brook Cove, which is north of Crown Point and G C 25. Stay well south and off Buttonwood Point and watch the rocks that lie close to the shore here.

As you pass G C 25, several 1- to 5-foot spots dot the area. To the north, Congdon Cove inside Cummock Island is a great spot to take the kayak or canoe.

Continuing toward Wakefield, head north-northeast almost a half-mile to R N 26 at Pine Tree Point, then make the eastward turn into The Narrows. Don’t stray far from the middle of the channel, as there are shallow rocky spots on both sides.

From R N 26, run straight to R N 28, but stay slightly off the mark — there’s a small rock outcropping to the south. Pay close attention to the channel all the way to R N 32. Two rocks edge the channel just north of R N 32 in the Upper Pond. Any deviation to the east will put you at risk of a dangerous situation. At the same time, do not stray too far west, either — there is little water there. Proceed with caution until you pass G C 33 and reach the turning basin in the Upper Pond.

There are a quite a few marinas to choose from in the north end of the Upper Pond. Your best bet for a slip is to call Safe Harbor Silver Spring (401-783-0783). It is also a great place to hang out if you need engine work. The family-friendly marina has a heated pool and a clubhouse with barbecue grills among its many amenities. It is a short walk from here to restaurants, grocery stores, banks, barber and beauty shops, and anything you may need. They’ll also hook you up with a rental car if you want to go farther afield.

Shoreside and Emergency Services

Bus: R.I. Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) 401-781-9400

Harbormaster:

—South Kingstown 401-641-0620

—Narragansett 401-640-1038

Tow Service:

—SAFE/SEA 401-295-8711 or VHF 16

—Sea Tow 800-4SEATOW or VHF 16

—TowBoat U.S. 800-391-4869 or VHF 16

Jamestown

Superyacht Destination

Astay in Jamestown seems like a world away from what’s going on around you. Approximately 15,000 vehicles pass through here daily without ever stopping, their drivers focused on navigating the bridges to get to other destinations to the west and east.

With a population of 6,000, Jamestown is no metropolis but visitors will find it ultra convenient. There are harbors on both sides of the island’s southern part, with facilities that provide an array of services for transient boaters. Base yourself here for a few days and you can see the rest of Narragansett Bay by ferry, bus or rental car, knowing you’ll return each evening to relative solitude. Then again, it’s possible you may not ever want to leave this slice of heaven.

Conanicut Island, home to Jamestown, had its share of spellings over the years: Quononaqutt, Quinunicutt and Quononoquott. The second largest island in Narragansett Bay after Aquidneck, Conanicut is named after Canonicus, a chief of the Narragansett tribe at the time of the Pilgrims’ arrival in Plymouth. Initially skeptical of the white man, the chief befriended Roger Williams, who had left Massachusetts Bay Colony and sought refuge with the tribe here. In 1636, Canonicus gave Williams land that would become the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations, and later a state.

English colonists used Conanicut Island for grazing sheep. Ferries transported farmers and their goods to Newport as early as 1675. The place was incorporated as Jamestown in 1678, named for James, Duke of York, who became King James II in 1685. During the American Revolution, the British occupied the island and nearby Newport, burning both down when they left Narragansett Bay in October 1779.

In the 18th and 19th centuries, farming was the major industry on Conanicut Island, although tourists also made it a vacation destination. During World Wars I and II, the island hosted many military activities. Ferries ran from here to Kingstown until the completion of the Jamestown Bridge in 1940. When the Newport Bridge opened in 1969, ferry service ceased, although it was recently re-established.

Even with the two bridges leap-frogging the island, traffic passes through without so much as a wave. That’s a good thing, leaving Jamestown as an out-of-the-way place, where its visitors and residents can escape the noises of everyday life.

Things to See and Do

Conanicut Island is only a mile wide and roughly 9 miles long making it easy to tour by bike. There are camera-worthy views in every direction. Head to Jamestown Outdoors (35 Narragansett Ave.; 401-924-2885) in the middle of town for a bike rental. While reconnoitering the village, know that there are public restrooms at the town recreation center across the street from TPG Conanicut Marina.

A little more than 3 miles south of the village, the layered shelves of rocks surrounding the Beavertail Lighthouse and State Park (401-884-2010) are a great place to sit and enjoy lunch, fly a kite, or fish. The site of the current tower (you’ll notice it’s square) holds the third lighthouse built on the Atlantic seacoast. The new tower was built in 1856 and displays much of its history in the lightkeeper’s quarters. The museum (401-423-3270) is open daily in July and August and on weekends in June and September.

To the northeast near Fort Wetherill (401-423-1771), the centerpiece of a state park of the same name, there are stunning views and clear coves that are ideal for swimming, snorkeling and kayaking. The fort itself was built in 1800 and then rebuilt in 1898. Fort Wetherill is visible on the largest-scale charts, south of Bull Point and Safe Harbor Jamestown Boatyard. It abuts West Cove and its boat launch. From TPG Conanicut Marina and the municipal dock, it is a little more than a mile to the park.

Pedaling along the undulating roads to the north, take in the farmland dotted by old houses and the still-working Jamestown Windmill, circa 1787. Shearing, spinning and fiddling all take place at Watson Farm (455 North Road; 401-423-0005), a couple of miles north of downtown. The 280-acre plantation offers self-guided walking tours for a modest fee. Also in the area, there’s the nine-hole Jamestown Golf Course (245 Conanicus Ave.; 401-423-9930), one of the most well-maintained public courses we’ve ever visited.

The village center is an easy walk from either the municipal dock or Dutch Island Harbor (locally, and simply, called Dutch Harbor). Check out the exhibits at the Jamestown Historical Society’s Museum (50 Narragansett Ave.; 401-423-0784), which is housed in a 19th-century schoolhouse.

The Fire Department Memorial Museum (50 Narragansett Ave.), which is adjacent to an actual firehouse, has an 1894 horse-drawn steam fire engine and other early apparatus. On North Road, the Jamestown Philomenian Library (401-423-7280) is the heart of the community and puts on events for all ages. It’s situated equidistant from the island’s two harbors.

Try to plan your visit for August to watch or participate in the annual Fools’ Rules Regatta, a build-it-and-sailit competition sponsored by the Jamestown Yacht Club. Participants have just two hours to construct a sailing craft (using no marine materials) on the beach before taking to the water to race. It’s a blast to watch couches, umbrellas, buckets — you name it — vying to stay afloat and take the lead.

The Jamestown-Newport Ferry (401-423-9900) departs from the municipal dock next to TPG Conanicut Marina. The boat stops at the Rose Island Lighthouse and Newport’s Fort Adams, Ann Street Pier and Perrotti Park.

Restaurants and Provisions

Abutting the town dock and TPG Conanicut Marina, 1 Ferry Wharf (401-423-5999) has patio dining, usually with an accompaniment of live music. For indoor seating, it’s best to make a reservation. Seafood lovers will have a tough time deciding what to order, so we’ll suggest their overstuffed lobster roll. 1 Ferry Wharf also serves breakfast. Go to the adjacent Sugar Shack for ice cream and sweets. A couple of doors down