Old Mountain Field - Ocean State Waves
- Paul Baker
- Jul 29
- 5 min read
Photos by Paul Baker, Stadium Journey
Stadium Info FANFARE Score: 2.29
Old Mountain Field 875 Kingstown Rd South Kingstown, RI 02879
Year Opened: 1938 Capacity: 2,000
Old Mountain Field
Old Mountain Field is part of a community park that features a baseball field, softball field, basketball courts, street hockey rink, a skateboard park, walking trails and tennis courts. Dedicated in 1938, it is South Kingstown’s oldest park. The land Old Mountain Field sits on was donated to the town of South Kingstown by the Hazard family, who were among the first settlers of Rhode Island, arriving in the mid-1600s.
The Ocean State Waves were founded in 2013. Over their history, they have qualified for the playoffs five times, losing in the championship round in 2017 and 2018 to the Valley Blue Sox.
Food & Beverage 1
There is a small concession stand located behind the home plate bleachers. Unfortunately, this stand has been closed for “renovations” during the 2025 season. Fans can pick up some snacks at the ticket table, including bags of chips, cookies and bottles of water. Most fans will bring their own snacks to enjoy during the game.
Atmosphere 2
The game day atmosphere at Old Mountain Field is laid-back and bare bones. It’s certainly geared to the younger fans in attendance, with between inning contests involving the many kids present. Kids can run the bases, roll giant dice, toss water balloons, and participate in all sorts of shenanigans throughout the game. With the small crowds in attendance, if you’re one of the lucky few kids in attendance, chances are you’ll get to participate in several between-inning games. Everything is loosely organized here, and it’s pretty obvious by the lack of coordination between the interns running the promos and the PA announcer that the script isn’t reviewed before the game, if there is even a script at all.
Much of the excitement at Old Mountain Field is generated by the fans. It seems that everyone knows everyone here, and since the fans are right on top of the action, it seems they all know the Waves players, too. The sound system isn’t the greatest, and the PA announcer doesn’t add a whole lot of energy to the proceedings anyway. When the Waves are playing nearby Newport or Mystic, you’ll be sure to see a good turnout from visiting fans.
One of the most enjoyable things about a game held at a venue like Old Mountain Field is that there is plenty of room for the kids in attendance to roam, chase foul balls and just be kids. Your children can even make some money if they want, as they get a dollar for every foul ball they return to the team.
Neighborhood 3
Old Mountain Field is located in a woodsy area wedged in between a residential neighborhood and downtown Wakefield, a village within the town of South Kingstown. Old Tower Hill Road and Main Street are just a half mile from the ball field, and serve as the main commercial drag in the area. Visiting fans will find several dining and shopping options right here near the ballpark.
Stadium Journey recommends heading away from this cluster of commerce to some legendary local institutions if you’re visiting the area looking for some local flavor. Mews Tavern boasts 69 nice beers on tap along with an award-winning menu in a classic pub setting. Whalers Brewing Company is located in a converted mill building less than a mile from the ballpark. Their brews are some of the best around. Just a ten-minute ride away, closer to the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, is the renowned Matunuck Oyster Bar, where locally sourced seafood is served at this destination restaurant. Brickley’s Ice Cream is a Rhode Island institution, serving up 45 flavors of their homemade treats.
During the summer months of the baseball season, the beaches of Narragansett, Newport and Rhode Island’s south coast contain more attractions and are both located only a short drive away. Visitors will find no shortage of lodging options throughout the area or north towards Providence.
Fans 2
For the 2025 season the Waves are reporting an average attendance of around 500 fans per game. This figure puts them right in the middle of the NECBL attendance rankings, and marks a decrease from previous seasons. The team has consistently drawn around 600-700 fans over the course of their existence. When local rivals Newport or Mystic are in town, you can expect a bit of a larger crowd due to the increased visiting fan presence.
A Waves crowd is typical of summer collegiate baseball crowds in the area, made up of a mix of die-hard baseball fans, casual fans enjoying an affordable night out, and families. As mentioned earlier, one of the more enjoyable aspects of a night at a Waves game is watching the young fans chase foul balls around the facility.
Access 3
Old Mountain Field is located in the town of South Kingstown in the southeastern corner of the Rhode Island mainland. Located about 30 miles south of Providence, the ballpark is easily accessible via Route 1, which runs along the southern coast of Rhode Island. If taking public transportation, RIPTA’s 69 and 65x buses have stops nearby on Old Tower Hill Road.
Old Mountain Field is part of a larger town recreation park. There is plenty of parking available, both in the on-site lot and on the street. Be warned that some of the spots closer to the ball field are in prime foul ball territory. It is recommended that you park a little further from the field in order to protect your car’s windows.
Seating is available on the set of small bleachers behind home plate. There are benches located on the hill further down the right field line that offer views of the action unobstructed by netting. Many fans opt to bring their own lawn chairs and set up shop on the hill alongside these benches. There is more than enough room all around the field to stake out your favorite spot.
Rest rooms and the concession stand are located in buildings just behind home plate.
Return on Investment 4
Tickets to Waves games are sold as general admission for seven dollars. Students and Seniors are admitted for five dollars, with children under 7 admitted at no charge. Parking is free in the lot adjacent to the field. Overall, a night at a Waves game is a most affordable entertainment option for Rhode Island sports fans.
Extras 1
An extra point is awarded for the overall setting of Old Mountain Field. If you can, take some time and walk around the park, exploring the walking trails, pond and other athletic facilities the place has to offer. During the game, watching the younger fans in attendance run around and compete for foul balls is worth the price of admission.
Final Thoughts
While not a flashy facility by any means, Old Mountain Field is the type of bucolic field that makes seeking out summer collegiate ballparks worth the time and effort. Bring your own lawn chair and cooler, set up shop on the third base hill and just enjoy the evening. If you want to compete with the local kids for foul balls, you might even bring home a few dollars.
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