The Ocean State Crossing

The Ocean State Crossing, in its inaugural Summer 2025, will draw top Challengers from across the nation to set out on a 15 mile paddle & row navigation challenge across iconic Rhode Island Sites - Fort Adams, Newport Harbor :: Point Judith Lighthouse.  This event draws paddlers & rowers of multiple disciplines, fundraising & celebrating Summer Safe Ocean State culture! 

The Ocean State Crossing end points are Fort Adams Beach In Newport Harbor & George's of Galilee Beach in Point Judith.  The Crossing direction will be based on weather conditions with the preferred route being Newport to Point Judith.  George's Tiki Beach Bar will be hosting the post race event!

The Ocean State Crossing is an event to celebrate Ocean Culture & support the mission of Summer Safe Ocean State L3C Organization (organization which prioritizes mission over profits & at all times further accomplishments of charitable or educational purposes).  Summer Safe Ocean State L3C is committed to fostering awareness and impact toward safe, coastal recreation.  We create and support iinitiavies which positively and directly address Drowning Prevention, Cardiac Health/Cancer Prevention & Coastal Sustainability in The Ocean State.

The Ocean State Crossing is the newest race in The Summer Safe Ocean State Event Series.   Joining Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K to round out a dynamic coastal recreation experience this summer!

Local Hospitality Resources:

The Shore House - Narragansett, The Break - Narragansett, Atlantic House - Narragansett, Scarborough Beach Motel - Narragansett, Hampton Inn - South Kingstown, Fairfield Inn - South Kingstown, Holiday Inn - South Kingstown, Shepards Run - South Kingstown.  Many Bed & Breakfasts in Narragansett, Jamestown, Newport.  

Event Details:

Target Date:

• Saturday August 9, 2025

Weather Postponement Date:

• Sunday August 10, 2025

All Participants Commit To:

• Transport Driver & Vehicle to Drop & Pick Up at Endpoints

• Commit To $600 Fundraising In Addition To Registration Fee

• Follow All USCG & RIDEM Boating Safety Regulations Including:

• Must Carry USCG Approved Type I, II, III or V Wearable PFD & Tethering Leash For Paddle Boards

• Must Carry Sound Producing Device: Whistle or Horn

• Abide By All Navigational Rules

• Wear Race Timing Chip At All Times

Event After Party:

• George's Tikibar Beach

Target Times:

• Start 06:30 am

• Finish Cutoff 11:00 am

• Timekeeping Vessel keeps all Challengers ahead of 4 hour cutoff time

Site Launch / Land Points:

• Point Judith - George’s in Galilee

• Newport - Fort Adams Boat Ramp, Public Beach

Challenger Crossing Crafts:

• Prone paddle boards, SUPs, Surfskis, Coastal Surf Boats & Ocean Kayaks.

Directional Plan: 

• Primary Course:

• Launch 06:30 am Fort Adams Public Beach / Boat Ramp

• Southern course across Point Judith Lighthouse

• Through breakwater (race buoy marks keep away from beach)

• Finish on George’s of Galilee Beach

• Wind Adjusted Alternative:

• Launch 06:30 am George’s of Galilee Beach

• Through breakwater (race buoy marks keep away from beach)

• Northern course across Point Judith Lighthouse

• Finish Fort Adams Public Beach / Boat Ram