Yay finally a nice beach to hang out on that's close in. clean for pre season cool to see lobster traps that were washed up and shells

If you're into ordering drinks on the beach, visit Ballard's Beach...but expect to pay above-average prices. Still, it's a good time with friends!

take a walk out onto the massive jetty for a view of town from 'out on the water', or grab a fishing pole and catch a meal

We stopped here for a drink before our ferry home... it's a party scene. Live music, volleyball nets, lots of alcohol. There is a huge indoor and outdoor bar. Lots of people; it really wasn't our scene at all. We won't be coming back. Our drinks weren't even that good.

Such a convenient location and great area. Very close to the ferry if you don't want to bring a car over.

What a nice surprise...great band from Atlanta every weekday afternoon! . Beach just a little steep going into the water though. One day some rogue waves came way up & got everything & everybody soaking wet so keep on the alert if the ocean seems rough!

We spent a short afternoon at the beach here. The surf was nice and we were able tp purchase drinks and snacks so it was very convenient, but other beaches on the island offer a much more natural, relaxed feeling. This was close to our inn though, so it was a nice option, versus having to take a bike ride... More

Live music, the ocean and drinks on the beach. Order a drink in a hollowed out pineapple and they give you the pineapple inside to nibble on. Yum!

Water is clean and clear on this pristine beach. You can rent umbrella and two chairs for $40.00 fee (worth it) and stake out your territory early. This beach will be filled up by mid afternoon. There is bar service on the beach and a restaurant serving lobsters "12 ways" ! The live music is great too with the 20... More