Discover the Carter Jackson Monument: A Historical Landmark in South Kingstown

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are in the town center of Narragansett, start by heading south on South Pier Road. Continue walking until you reach the intersection with Narragansett Avenue. Turn left onto Narragansett Avenue and follow it until you reach the beach. Once you reach the beach, you can enjoy the scenic views as you continue along the coast. After a short walk, you will eventually come up to a public path that leads inland. Follow this path which will take you through a wooded area. Keep an eye out for signs pointing toward South Kingstown or Wakefield-Peacedale. As you emerge from the woods, you will find yourself on a road that leads directly to the Carter Jackson Monument located at South Kingstown, RI 02879.

• Biking

  If you prefer biking, you can rent a bike from one of the local shops in Narragansett. Begin at Narragansett Town Beach and head south on the beachfront path. Continue along the coast until you reach the intersection with South Pier Road. Turn right onto South Pier Road and bike until you reach the intersection with Narragansett Avenue. Turn left onto Narragansett Avenue, and follow it to the beach. After enjoying the coastal views, take the public path leading inland that connects to the wooded area. Continue biking along the path until you reach the road leading to Carter Jackson Monument located at South Kingstown, RI 02879.

• Public Transit

  For public transit, check the local bus schedules for service from Narragansett to Wakefield-Peacedale. Board a bus heading towards Wakefield and disembark at the South Kingstown stop. From there, you can walk toward the Carter Jackson Monument by following the signs to South Kingstown. The walk will take you through the area and will bring you to the historical landmark located at South Kingstown, RI 02879.