Just walk 50 yards to this beautiful beach and swim, surf, sunbathe or surf cast from the rocky point a few steps to the north There are many attractions close by to Scarborough Beach. Within a few minutes drive are three other beautiful beaches, several wonderful restaurants, and the Port of Galilee, which is a quaint, fishing village featuring shops, restaurants and fishing charters. This is where the ferry leaves to go to Block Island. The famed seaside town of Newport is 15 minutes away, Providence and its weekend water fires are about 40 minutes away, and two casinos in Connecticut are within 30 minutes.