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State of Rhode Island, Rhode Island State Parks ,

Scarborough North State Beach

One of Rhode Island’s most popular and well known beaches, this 26-acre facility with over 2,000 feet of beach frontage is located only 35 miles south of Providence on Ocean Road in Narragansett.

Scarborough North State Beach

Scarborough State Beach with its large pavilion and expanded beach area, with the nearby Scarborough South, offers a wide range of beach related activities. People of all ages can find activities of interest from sun bathing 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. Check the status of the parking lot here. Be sure to plan ahead and purchase your parking pass before you head to the beach so you can use the express lane and reduce wait times!!

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2025 Season Notices

All state beaches are open daily for the beach season through Labor Day, except for Scarborough South, which will close weekdays starting August 18 through Labor Day.

Note: The in-person sales office is closed for the season. Online season passes are available for purchase through August at https://beachparkingri.com.. 

Reminder:  School Groups and Summer Camps must apply for a Special Use Permit and only specific beaches are available for these group trips.  Please contact RI State Park Headquarters via email or (401)-667-6200 at least 30 days before your intended visit. 

Amenities & Experiences

Scarborough North State Beach

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.

  • Swimming
  • Picnicking
  • Accessible Beach Wheelchairs Available
  • Saltwater Fishing (off-hours only)
  • Electric Vehicle Charging
  • Shaded Pavilions
  • Outdoor Showers
  • Indoor Heated Showers
  • Accessible Restroom Facilities
  • Limited Bus Parking with Special Use Permit

Know Before You Go

Scarborough North State Beach

In-Season Hours & Parking: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday - Friday and 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM on weekends & holidays. Gates close at sunset. Check the capacity of the parking lot.

Restrictions: No alcohol, glass, dogs/pets, smoking, RV camping, or tent camping allowed. Scarborough North State Beach is day-use only.

Concessions: Salty's Burger & Seafood is open daily during the beach season.

Lifeguard on duty 9:00 AM (8:30 AM weekends/holidays) to 6:00 PM (Seasonal)

Tide Chart: View local tides and surf conditions. Break the grip of the rip! Learn about rip currents.

History of Scarborough North

Scarborough North State Beach Historic

Scarborough was originally developed in 1937. It has long been known as the principal destination for a "day at the beach" for thousands of Rhode Islanders over the years. More history

 

Contact Scarborough North State Beach

Narragansett

Location: 970 Ocean Road
Get Directions

State Beach Parking Passes:
ribeaches@lazparking.com

(401) 789-8374

District Manager:
Robert Henninger

Mailing Address:
Fishermen’s Memorial State Park, Route 108, Narragansett, RI 02882