Scarborough Beach (Rhode Island) facts for kids

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Historic postcard image of Scarborough Beach
Scarborough State Beaches Location in Rhode Island
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 public recreation area fronting the Atlantic Ocean in the town of Narragansett, Rhode Island. The state park occupies 60 acres (24 ha) comprising two units located at 870 and 970 Ocean Road. The beach offers saltwater bathing, picnicking, observation tower, and boardwalk.

History

The beach was first developed with a pavilion in 1937. The two-unit complex was created with the addition of a southern component when the state purchased 7-acre Lido's Beach in 1981 and 9-acre Olivo's Beach in 1986. Extensive renovations were completed in 1987.

In the 2020 summer season, all RI state beaches are open 9AM to 6PM

Images for kids

Modern view of the beach.

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