Fishing in Rhode Island
Discover 23 state parks offering fishing in Rhode Island
🐟 Rhode Island Fishing License at a Glance
Licenses run March 1 to the end of February. A combination hunting and fishing license costs $38. Prices are from the Rhode Island DEM freshwater license page (copy of April 2026, page dated February 2024). The minimum age and the saltwater license fee could not be checked.
Checked against the official agency, April 2026 (archived copy). Fees and dates change yearly — always confirm current rates and free-fishing dates via the official link above before purchasing.
Rhode Island State Parks with Fishing
Arcadia Management Area
Beach Pond
Beavertail State Park
Brenton Point State Park
Burlingame State Park
Charlestown Breachway State Beach
Colt State Park
East Bay Bike Path State Park
East Beach State Beach
East Matunuck State Beach
Fishermen’s Memorial State Park
Fort Adams State Park
Fort Wetherill State Park
George Washington State Campground
Goddard Memorial State Park
Haines Memorial State Park
Lincoln Woods State Park
Meshanticut State Park
Misquamicut State Beach
Pulaski State Park
Rocky Point State Park
Salty Brine State Beach
Snake Den State Park
Other Places with Fishing in Rhode Island (Not State Parks)
These places are run by a county, city, federal agency, another state agency, a tribe or a private owner, not by Rhode Island’s state park system. State park passes, rules and reservations may not apply, so check with the operator before you go.
❓ Fishing in Rhode Island — FAQ
Are there free fishing days in Rhode Island?
Yes — First full weekend in May (freshwater only). On free fishing days no license is required; confirm the dates with the official Rhode Island agency before your trip.