Since 2002, Napatree Bikes has provided rentals of comfortable bicycles for vacationers to the western Rhode Island beaches.. Riding Watch Hill, Misquamicut, Weekapaug, Shelter Harbor, and Charlestown is a gentle exploration, with bike-friendly roads with little chance of getting lost. You'll find that relaxing pace, hear and see shore birds, smell that salty ocean air, and gaze at fabulous cottages, boats, and history -that you once passed unseen from your car. You rent, at very low fees, because you can't imagine securing bikes to the back of your overloaded car.

the simple, quiet, and relaxing way...

Napatree Bikes

The successful summer 2024 season is in the books. Thanks, friends and families, for your beach visits and for your business. The 2025 season may have some significant changes, as I ready to transition Napatree Bikes to a new owner or operator and take on new challenges for myself. Watch this site for updates. In the meantime, I plan to be in Westerly all autumn and winter, so if the sunny skies and temperatures have you needing fresh beach air, shout out and I'll set you up! -Gary

Area Tips 

Driving a car to, and parking at, beach areas can be disheartening. Best if you plan your arrival/departure on weekends before 9am or after 5pm. I have maps and recommendations, depending on where you're staying, for rides, eats, and diversions. 

HERE's a dinner tip, a favorite and easy summer meal:  visit Quonnie Farm (West Beach Road, Charlestown) or Wright's farm stand (Watch Hill Rd at Setting Sun Dr) and fill your basket with local veggies, fruit, bread, pie, and ice cream. Then to McQuade's Marketplace for their unbeatable smoked salmon. Both open 7 days/wk. (McQuade's is also one-stop perfect for your family smiles: bakery, prepared foods, fresh produce, deli.)​

Try "The Works" at "Gansett Wraps (casual/take-out) or the test lobster roll at The Cooked Goose. Favorite thin-crust pizza at Vittoria's NY pizza. 

Another hidden gem: Joyce's Gourmet for take-out dinners (next to McQuade's Hardware on Franklin St). 
Also, after a day in the sun, visit The Granite Theater (across from Wilcox Park) on a Fri/Sat night and laugh like you were on vacation! Great plays,    great venue.

Beach music: Mon/Wed at Town Beach, Tue at Watch Hill green. Eat well, rest, ride, and swim. And, of course, reserve your Thursday for classic cars, a drive-in movie, or a magic show.

OK, so it rains every now and then. Pack up some pencils/paper (and the kids) and head to the Slater Museum. I guarantee that this place will astonish you and your family. Also The United Theater, in downtown Westerly, shows first run movies, special screenings, and musical events with their partner Knickerbocker Music.