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Fort Wetherill State Park is a lovely public recreational area spanning 61.5 acres throughout the southern tip of Conanicut Island.

History: The state park preserves the remains of Forts Wetherill and Adams, which were operated at the beginning of the 20th century as coastal defenses for Narragansett Bay's East Passage. In 1972, the fort battery and training camp area was acquired by the State of Rhode Island and developed into a public park facility.

Activities: Today, the park serves as a popular spot for scuba diving, boating, fishing, and hiking throughout the year, set on 100-foot-tall granite cliffs overlooking spectacular bay views. Special events hosted throughout the year at the park include America's Cup Races, Tall Ship Events, and diving club events throughout the New England region.

Address: 3 Fort Wetherill Rd, Jamestown, RI 02835, Phone: 401-423-1771

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Step back in time at the Beavertail Lighthouse Museum Go fishing in Fort Wetherill State Park Enjoy the vist from Claiborne Pell Newport Bridge Learn about history at Fort Getty Park Take a self-guided walking tour of Historic New England Watson Farm Pick up a treat at Village Hearth Bakery Cafe If you love art, head to the Jamestown Arts Center Visit Clancy Designs Glass Studio

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