Sandy Point is part of the Block Island National Wildlife Refuge and one of the most beautiful spots on the island. Unfortunately it can be problematic for people with kids. The beach is extremely rocky and not good for swimming. In fact even if you make it out to the point itself where it is sandy do not swim there. There is a rip tide and no swimming is allowed. There is a fresh water pond just beyond the parking area where kids can take a dip but I’m unsure about the water quality. I have seen it looking pretty yucky.
The North Light, a small stone lighthouse out on the point, built in the 1800s and the tiny museum inside it, is well worth the trip for adults but has little of interest for children.
Many rugged families ride bikes to the Sandy Point. There are some really steep hills that are tough to ride up and, in my opinion, dangerous to ride down.
Getting There: To reach the beach, simply drive north on Corn Neck Road until it end. The road ends in the beach’s sizable parking lot.
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