Driessen Beach Park
A large, well-maintained park on the mid-island — less crowded than Coligny with better facilities.
Parking
Free
250 spaces
Walk to water
3–4 minutes via boardwalk
Lifeguards
Seasonal
10 AM – 6 PM (seasonal)
Restrooms
Yes
Showers
Yes
Accessible
Yes
Parking
Large free lot on Bradley Beach Road. One of the biggest parking areas on the island — rarely fills completely except on peak summer weekends. Enter from William Hilton Pkwy (US-278) at the Bradley Beach Road sign.
Get directionsFacilities
Restrooms
Outdoor showers
Wheelchair accessible
Paved boardwalk from parking to beach. Beach wheelchairs available. Accessible restrooms and picnic facilities.
Playground
Large playground with climbing structures, shaded by mature trees. One of the best playgrounds at any beach access on the island.
Lifeguards
Memorial Day – Labor Day, daily
10 AM – 6 PM (seasonal)
Local tip
The boardwalk at Driessen is one of the nicest on the island — a pleasant walk even if you're not going to the beach. The picnic area under the live oaks is excellent for a packed lunch.