Scarborough South State Beach

Scarborough South is site of the former Olivo's and Lido’s beaches located to the south of the popular Scarborough North State Beach.

Scarborough South State Beach is site of the former Olivo’s and Lido’s beaches located to the south of the popular Scarborough North State Beach. It adds close to 16 acres and over 1,000 feet of beach frontage at Scarborough. Check the status of the parking lot here. Be sure to plan and purchase your parking pass ahead of time so you can use the express lane!

2025 Season Notices

All state beaches are open daily for the beach season through Labor Day, except for Scarborough South, which is open weekends only. While the in-person sales office is closed for the season, daily passes at beach entrances and online season passes remain available.

Effective Saturday, August 17, outdoor showers and water are unavailable at Roger W. Wheeler, Salty Brine, East Matunuck, Scarborough North, and Scarborough South State Beaches until further notice. Please plan ahead, conserve water, and help protect our community’s resources. Learn more about the ban at www.narragansettri.gov

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

Here you’ll find public restrooms, outdoor showers, wheelchair accessibility, large parking lot with room for RV parking (dependent on weather & field conditions), food concessions, lifeguard tower, and shade gazebos.

Swimming (seasonal)
Picnicking
Accessible Beach Wheelchairs Available (seasonal)
Saltwater Fishing (off-hours only)
Electric Vehicle Charging
Shaded Pavilions
Outdoor Showers
Indoor Heated Showers (seasonal)
Accessible Restroom Facilities

NOTE: The open season for amenities at Scarborough South State Beach is dependent on current seasonal staffing levels and may be subject to change.

Know Before You Go

In-Season Hours & Parking: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday - Friday and 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM on weekends & holidays.

Restrictions: No alcohol, glass, dogs/pets, smoking, RV camping, or tent camping allowed. Day parking for RV and buses available (dependent on weather & field conditions). Scarborough South 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; Subject to staffing levels)

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

History of Scarborough South

Scarborough South State Beach Historic Picture of People at the Beach

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 South 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

State Beach Parking

Headed to a state beach? Check here for the real-time status of state beach parking lots. Remember, season beach parking passes are not available for purchase at beach entrances. Help reduce traffic delays by buying your season pass online.