The paid parking at the beach is great, with convenient access. In the summer of 2023, it costs $3 per hour or $15 for the entire day.
If you're looking for a section of the beach that's a bit less populated this is great. This access is situated along private home fronts and has very limited parking. (Only 3 spaces per lot. And has access to fewer amenities (Noone selling chairs,umbrellas or food)
However there's plenty of shade for your car, and the parking meter is easy to use (it accepts cards or change) the boardwalk is beautiful and has lots of seating, a shower stand for body and feet, and trash cans. Plus it's a very short walk from car to beach.