Scarborough Beach (Rhode Island) facts for kids
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Historic postcard image of Scarborough Beach
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 Scarborough State Beaches
Location in Rhode Island
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| Location | Narragansett, Washington, Rhode Island, United States |
| Area | 60 acres (24 ha) |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3.0 m) |
| Established | 1937 |
| Governing body | Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management Division of Parks & Recreation |
| Website | Scarborough State Beaches |
Scarborough State Beach is a fun public beach in Narragansett, Rhode Island. It's right on the Atlantic Ocean! This state park is about 60 acres big. It has two main parts located on Ocean Road. At the beach, you can swim in the ocean, have a picnic, climb an observation tower, and walk along a boardwalk.
History of Scarborough Beach
Scarborough Beach first opened with a special building called a pavilion in 1937. Over time, the beach grew bigger. In 1981, the state bought Lido's Beach, which was 7 acres. Then, in 1986, they bought Olivo's Beach, which was 9 acres. These new areas helped create the two-part beach complex we see today.
After these additions, the beach got a big makeover in 1987. Many improvements were made to make it even better for visitors. In the summer of 2020, all state beaches in Rhode Island, including Scarborough, were open from 9 AM to 6 PM.
What You Can Do at the Beach
Scarborough State Beach is a great place for many activities:
- Swimming: You can enjoy swimming in the saltwater of the Atlantic Ocean.
- Picnics: There are areas where you can have a picnic with your family and friends.
- Observation Tower: Climb up the observation tower for amazing views of the ocean and the coastline.
- Boardwalk: Take a stroll along the boardwalk, perfect for a walk or just enjoying the sea breeze.
Images for kids
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Modern view of the beach.
