Near the city operated electric generating plant off Lake Street, South Beach is often an early season swim because the water is just a tad warmer. The water is shallow and that contributes to warmer water early. The break wall to the northeast protects this beach from some bigger waves from that direction. Additional amenities are playground equipment and bathrooms.

This beach has lifeguards in the summer months.

http://www.mqtcty.org/parks-and-beaches.php