Upcoming music festivals in Rhode Island cause park restrictions

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management announced restrictions made in Newport for upcoming music festivals.

The DEM said Wednesday that some parts of Fort Adams State Park will have restricted access from July 22 to 31.

The restrictions will affect, “shore access to recreational and commercial fishing and scuba diving within the park boundaries and at the state piers and docks,” according to the DEM.

People planning to walk, bike, or have a picnic should be aware of the restrictions.

However, people will still have access to the boat ramp and small beach on the eastern side of the park. Also, people in the sailing programs and classes at Sail Newport’s Public Sailing Center won’t be affected.

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