Scarborough State Beach with its renovated pavilion and expanded beach area along with renovations to the Olivo’s and Lido’s beach areas, which are now referred to as the Scarborough South Complex, will offer a wide range of beach-related activities. Saltwater bathing with lifeguards on duty from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm will continue to be Scarborough’s biggest attraction along with picnicking, an observation tower with scenic views, and a boardwalk. People of all ages will find activities of interest from sunbathing on Scarborough’s sandy beach, and people watching on its boardwalk to picnicking under shaded shelters, and saltwater bathing in one of Rhode Island’s most popular spots.

During the beach season you’ll find public restrooms, outdoor showers, wheelchair accessibility, large parking lot with overflow lot, food and gift concessions, lifeguard tower, and several shade gazebos. Electric vehicle charging stations are available for 4 hours max while enjoying the beach. The EV station does not guarantee a space on full capacity days and a parking fee is required when the beach is charging a fee. During the active season, there is a fee to access this beach.