Hawthorne Beach is just beyond the southern end of town along the shore of the river. The original inlet has been expanded with hauled-in sand, creating a tourist trap that's packed with people every summer. A tall lifeguard tower looks out over the swimmers and float tubes that drift lazily along the shore. The Snack Shack and Reservoir Café, located at opposite ends of the beach, have a fierce rivalry.
Hawthorne Beach
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