Great beach. Clean quiet beach. Clean bathrooms. You have to pay to get on the beach but parking…read moreis convenient and only 15 dollars. Great waves and much warmer water than Maine.

I think this is one of the best beaches in the area…read more There are lots of sandy spots to walk, lay, sit and relax. There are many places to get food or drinks around. It's accessible by public transportation or by car.....During the summer season, parking is free after 5pm, so that makes it easy for those wanting to save some bucks. I could not find a public restroom open after 5pm, but I believe they are open during the paid parking hours. Great for surfing during those windy days.

My husband and I wanted to take our first surf lessons as adults at 34 and 35 years old. We were…read moretold that Rhode Island would be a great place to give it a try and I found this location through a google search. Signing up was very easy through their online booking platform. We got all of the details through email and showed up the day of ready to go. Our instructor, Chris, took us through the basics before getting in the water and then we got to have the remainder of the time playing on the waves. He helped us get up on a few and gave us opportunities to do it ourselves too before heading back in. We had a great experience and would recommend anyone looking to give lessons a go to say yes!

Stepped on a board for the very first time with Lance and then a few days later with Travis - Both…read morereally patient and fun, and also great teachers! Super fun and the experience is seamless -- All you have to do is show up to the beach and everything else is taken care of. Can't wait to go back!

Our second experience with Paddle Surf, we booked a semi-private lesson for our 9 year old grandson…read moreand his friend, first timers. We arrived early but our instructor (Carter) took us immediately. The waves were challenging for beginners but Carter had the boys in the water quickly and both said they had a fantastic time. Memory-making experience for all!

This is our second experience with Paddle Surf RI and it did not disappoint! Brian worked great…read morewith our 8 and 6 year olds in the water. Great experience all around, highly recommend.

Had a great time learning to surf with Chris today! He took us to a great spot and taught us how…read moreto surf in one day! He is a really nice guy and will take time to explain everything. He's been doing this along time and he knows how to make it seem easy!

This was a first time paddle boarding for myself, my husband, and our dog, Mochi. Chris was very…read morepatient while helping Mochi acclimate to the board. He went above and beyond by giving us a quick lesson and ensuring that Mochi and I were able to manage the board before embarking on our own. We loved the experience and would recommend it to first time paddle boarders who want to bring their dogs!

Stopped by Captain Chuck's boat when I saw shark dive, ended up renting the boat out for my…read morebirthday and it was the absolute greatest introduction to shark diving that I could have asked for. Mako Sharks, Blue Sharks, Minkey and Pilot Whales all came to hang around the boat. The bird's eye view aka Pirates Nest is awesome to look out, you can see other wild life from afar when you're up top. I would recommend bringing binoculars if you're going to have a slice of watermelon up there. After a few years of experience shark diving after this experience, I look forward to going back for another trip around the sun. Ho-howl and One Love Captain

This was my first cage diving experience and it was better than I could have ever imagined!!…read moreEverything about this trip was fantastic. I can't say enough good things about the overall experience from the minute we got on-board until our final departure. Booking the trip was a breeze, communication prior to the trip was spot on, and the experience surpassed my expectations. Captain Chuck and his daughter were amazing. They are patient, supportive and if it were not for their encouragement I would not have made it through my fear of "breathing under water" and would have missed out. We were able to see three blue sharks during the trip and one was almost constantly by the boat during the day. We are already planning our next trip to come back.

Booked a lesson and what a great time we had. My sister-in-law and I are retired and are always…read morelooking for new, fun things to do. This ranks as one of the best things we've done so far. We will definitely do this again. Really good exercise, too.

From the owner: Thanks to everyone that shared their early moments in surfing with us. We are available for…read moredestination private lessons until Memorial Day when we will be back in Quogue.

Beautiful Spot, But Pricing and Policies Hurt Locals…read more Dubois Beach is undeniably a beautiful place to spend a summer day--calm water, great views, and a peaceful atmosphere that feels like classic Stonington. The setting itself easily earns five stars. Unfortunately, the overall experience gets weighed down by the pricing and policies that make it harder for locals to enjoy a beach that's been part of the community for generations. The biggest issue is the cost. Between admission fees and parking charges, a simple beach visit adds up quickly. For visitors, that might be expected, but for residents who already pay some of the highest taxes in the area, it feels like an unnecessary burden. Locals shouldn't have to pay to park at their own town beach when they're already contributing through property taxes year‑round. It creates a sense that the beach is more geared toward tourists than the people who live here and support the community. Staff interactions can be hit or miss as well. Some are friendly and welcoming, while others come across as rigid or uninterested, especially when it comes to enforcing rules or handling questions about pricing. It's not enough to ruin the day, but it does take away from what should be a relaxed, hometown experience. Dubois Beach is a gem, no doubt--but the current system makes it harder for locals to fully enjoy it. With more reasonable pricing and a more community‑minded approach, it could easily be a five‑star destination for everyone.

Dubois Beach in Stonington offered a gentle, postcard-perfect escape the day we visited- sunny…read moreskies, mild temperatures, and just enough breeze to keep things comfortable. We parked a bit up the street, which gave us a pleasant walk past charming homes and the low hum of weekend life in the borough. The beach itself, tucked at the southern tip of Water Street, was calm and inviting, with its shaded gazebo and views stretching across Fisher's Island Sound. Don't miss the granite memorial to the 1814 defense of Stonington stood quietly, commemorating the town's defiant stand against the British warship Ramillies. It's a modest but powerful reminder that this peaceful spot once echoed with cannon fire and resolve. [Review 1072 of 2025 - 125 in Connecticut - 24626 overall]