Goosewing Beach Preserve in Little Compton, Rhode Island, is a magnificent and pristine coastal pond, barrier beach, and dune system. Managed by The Nature Conservancy, this 75-acre preserve is a historic landmark and a visitor favorite. It is home to globally-rare piping plovers and state-threatened least terns, which have been actively managed by TNC staff for the past two decades. With the addition of the Benjamin Family Environmental Center, visitors can now enjoy a view of the diverse habitats that make up this coastal ecosystem.
During the summer months, recreational use of the beach is managed by the Town of Little Compton, with public access available through the town's South Shore Beach. Goosewing Beach Preserve is one of five breeding sites for federally threatened piping plovers in the area, and the adjacent Quicksand Pond provides an important food source and brood-rearing area for these shorebirds. The preserve also offers excellent breeding habitat for state-threatened least terns. With its rich biodiversity and conservation efforts, Goosewing Beach Preserve is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and beachgoers alike.
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