Boat Services:
Warren Town Dock (401) 245-6341: Transient moorings on the Warren River. Dingy dock and 20-minute tie-up.
Striper Marina (401) 245-6121: Full-service marina and boat dealer on the Warren River with 125 slips, launch ramp, fuel, and ice.
Stanley’s Boat Yard (401) 245-5090: Full-service marina with fuel dock, water, electric, showers, picnic area, grills, 35-ton Travelift, parts, service.
Barrington Yacht Club (401) 245-1181: Transient moorings, fuel dock, and ice. Reciprocal privileges with advance arrangements.
Warren River Boatworks (401) 245-6949: Custom boat work, including structural modifications, electrical, fiberglass, parts, hauling, and launching.
Launch Ramp:
Warren Town Dock: Town-managed ramp at the end of Wheaton Street. Best used at high tide; limited parking on-site.
Colt State Park: Large, all-tide ramp with ample parking and courtesy floats in nearby Bristol.
Anchorages:
The only designated anchorage in the Warren area is on the Barrington side of the river, in Smith Cove on the lower Warren River. Offers good holding ground and protection from westerly winds, but is exposed to easterlies.
Dining:
Wharf Tavern (401) 289-2524: Large dock-and-dine restaurant and bar on the Warren River serving seafood, poultry, steaks, pasta, sandwiches, and salads.
Tav-Vino’s (401) 245-0231: Seafood, steaks, and Italian dishes with waterfront view, bar and outdoor patio dining. Dockage for patrons.
Blount Clam Shack (401) 245-3210: Seasonal clam shack and seafood market on the Warren River featuring fresh soups and chowders, beer, and wine. Dockage available.
Rod’s Grille (401) 245-9405: Family owned diner serving classic American fare for over 75 years.
Trafford (401) 289-2265: Fresh seafood, beef, chicken and pork dishes in a waterfront setting. Dockage available.
Things To Do
Art Night: Gallery and open-studio tours in Warren and Bristol, including art demonstrations, music and theater. Last Thursday of the month, May through September.
East Bay Bike Path: Enjoy this 14-mile paved path that runs between Providence and Bristol. Lots to see and do (and eat) along the way.
Maxwell House (401) 245-0392: Tour this 18th Century colonial home turned living historical museum on Water Street.
Cool Shops:
Made In Warren Artists Cooperative (401) 310-0559: Co-op of artists displaying handcrafted gifts, clothing, jewelry, paintings, ceramics, upcycled and recycled items, furniture and stained glass.
The Greenery (401) 247-7100: Full-service floral shop featuring organic beauty products and fair-trade gifts.
Muse (401) 289-2150: Handcrafted jewelry and gifts from New England artists.
Imagine Gift Store (401) 245-4200: Big, eclectic shop with wide variety of glassware, gourmet foods, children’s gifts, accessories, jewelry, clothing, plus an old-fashioned candy and ice cream parlor.
Whimsies (401) 289-2404: Crafts by local artists, including hand-painted furniture, home goods, jewelry, paper, textiles, glassware, art-inspired gifts and accessories.
Delekta Pharmacy (401) 245-5921: An experience of a bygone age that features a soda fountain, ice cream, famous cabinets, toys, candy and more!
Where to Stay:
Bristol Harbor Inn (866) 254-1444: Upscale boutique inn on the Bristol waterfront.
Boat & Kayak Rental:
Walker Farm Kayak Rentals (401) 369-4832: Kayak, canoe, and paddleboard rentals on the One Hundred Acre Cove.
