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Relax Off the Beaten Path in Scarborough Beach
Located in an area referred to as Rhode Island’s South Country, Scarborough Beach is the perfect escape destination for anyone who enjoys classic New England flavor complemented by picture-perfect beaches. From waterfront excitement to historical splendor, Scarborough Beach has everything you need for a relaxing getaway on the East Coast.
The biggest attraction in the area and the reason most individuals arrive in Scarborough Beach, the Scarborough State Beach is the most popular and well-known strip of sand in the state. Divided into two sections, North and South, it offers 2,325 feet of beach frontage and countless waterfront pursuits, including sunbathing, swimming, boogie boarding, and surfing. However, Scarborough State Beach is more than just a seaside delight as it offers a classic “day at the beach” atmosphere where visitors can enjoy picnicking, people-watching, and strolling in the hard-packed sands.
While Scarborough State Beach surely drives residents here en masse, it is the other nearby options that draw visitors here from around the country. The South Country features three other beaches that cater to a variety of vacation needs, ensuring that everyone can realize the sand-filled getaway they always imagined. Narragansett Town Beach is one of the best beaches in all of New England, while Roger Wheeler State Beach is a family-friendly option for its calm waters and playground. At Salty Brine State Beach, fishing from the pier and watching the boats coming and going through the breachway are always best bets.
Even though the beaches clearly reign supreme, Scarborough Beach’s prime position between Narragansett Pier and Point Judith makes it a convenient jumping off point for visiting some of Rhode Island’s best sights. Narragansett Pier, also simply called the Pier, was a popular resort community in the late 1800s as summer visitors flocked here for the amusements of the Narragansett Pier Casino. However, it burned to the ground in 1900 and all that remains are the picturesque and imposing Towers, the grand stone entrance that crosses over Ocean Road and has cylindrical towers with conical roofs on both sides.
Although the casino from Narragansett’s Gilded Age is no longer standing, you can view some of the breathtaking mansions that were built around the same period during your drive back to Scarborough Beach. Lining Ocean Road, they are truly a sight to behold and will actually lead you all the way down to Point Judith, another must-see. While the Point Judith Lighthouse cannot be entered, its striking brick exterior is an absolute wonderful photo op. Afterwards, you can stop in the nearby village of Galilee, the third-largest fishing port in New England, for some of the finest seafood on the East Coast.
Scarborough Beach is a land of opportunity, inviting you to soak in the charming East Coast atmosphere away from the crowds that flock to more well-known destinations. Since it is a wonderful host to all of its guests, be sure to take advantage of all it has to offer by staying in a cozy and convenient vacation home rental. Scarborough Beach vacation rentals are located close to the water’s edge, so you can enjoy some of the finest sands in Rhode Island and pursue all of your favorite water sports at your own leisure. Offering all of the amenities of home in a quaint New England setting, you simply cannot help but relax and enjoy yourself in Scarborough Beach rentals.
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