Drewes Beach at Lake Parsippany
Parsippany, New Jersey · on Lake Parsippany
Verified · 3 independent sources
- WATER
- lake
- ACCESS
- Designated swim area
- FEE
- Yes, see below
- SEASON
- Varies by conditions
About Drewes Beach at Lake Parsippany
Drewes Beach is the swimming beach of Lake Parsippany, a roughly 168-acre private lake community in Parsippany-Troy Hills, Morris County, New Jersey. The lake and beach are owned and maintained by the Lake Parsippany Property Owners Association (LPPOA) through member dues and volunteer labor, and the beach hosts community swimming, kayaking, and dragon-boat activities, functioning as the neighborhood's own swimming hole rather than a public lake to swim in.
Drewes Beach sits on the shore of Lake Parsippany, a private, member-owned lake of about 168 acres in the middle of Parsippany-Troy Hills. The lake and its grounds are fully funded and maintained by the Lake Parsippany Property Owners Association through membership fees and member volunteers, making it a residential lake-community amenity rather than a public park or state facility.
Swimming at Drewes Beach at Lake Parsippany
The beach has a sandy shoreline used for swimming; the LPPOA's annual community open house has included swimming as a listed activity alongside kayaking and dragon-boat racing on the lake. A boat ramp at the far end of the beach gives fire crews (and presumably residents) direct water access, suggesting an open, gently accessible waterfront rather than a steep or rocky one.
How to get to this swimming hole
Parking: Drewes Beach has multiple parking areas, including one at the far end near the boat ramp; parking and beach access are tied to the private Lake Parsippany community and intended for LPPOA members/residents rather than the general public.
The walk in
No real hike here. The water is a short walk from where you park. Drive-up neighborhood lake beach with adjacent parking lots; no hike or trail is involved.
Plan your visit
Bringing kids
Not ideal for young kids
Per LPPOA's current official rules (2026 season), swimming is NOT permitted at Drewes Beach itself, it is listed as “Open Daily for Sunbathing Only” with restrooms, swings, volleyball and horseshoes, but no swim area or lifeguards. The lake's only lifeguarded swim beach is Hoffman Beach (Beach #4), a different beach on the same lake, open daily ~12-8pm with a protected swim area and 2 lifeguard stations. A 2019 local-news article (in the prior enrichment) described swimming as an activity at Drewes Beach during a community open house, but the association's current published rules contradict that for normal operation, worth flagging, since the actual swim spot on this lake may be Hoffman Beach, not Drewes. Lake access overall is restricted to LPPOA members and their registered guests, not the general public.
Parking
Free
Multiple LPPOA parking lots serve the beaches; access requires two vehicle parking tags per membership (hung from the rearview mirror), included with the $440/year membership rather than a per-visit fee. No parking is open to the general public, the lake and its lots are restricted to LPPOA members and their registered guests.
Restrooms
Yes
Restrooms are listed on-site at Drewes Beach per the LPPOA's official beaches page.
Hours
Drewes Beach: “Open Daily for Sunbathing Only”, no specific posted times. (For contrast, Hoffman Beach's lifeguarded swim area runs daily approx. 12-8pm, subject to weather and staffing.) No vehicles may be parked lakeside between 12:00am and 6:00am.
On the water
Restrictions: All watercraft (including kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards) must be owned by an LPPOA member and registered with the Association, with a boat tag/decal displayed above the waterline. No watercraft are permitted in beach areas or swim lanes at any time unless authorized. Only electric motors of 10 mph or less are allowed (no gas engines, except LPPOA-operated vessels). Coast Guard-approved life preservers are required for every occupant, and children under 14 must wear a life jacket while boating. All boats must be removed from the lake by November 15 each year. Boating and lake access generally is restricted to LPPOA members/guests, not the public.
Members without their own boat can use the LPPOA's Kayak Club or Sailing Club, which provide shared/club equipment. Launch points include the boathouse, Drewes Beach, and Alpine Road.
Drewes Beach at Lake Parsippany: FAQ
Does Drewes Beach at Lake Parsippany charge a fee?
Access is via Lake Parsippany Property Owners Association membership; the lake and beach are funded by member dues rather than a posted day-use fee, and no public admission price was found.
Is Drewes Beach at Lake Parsippany kid friendly?
Per LPPOA's current official rules (2026 season), swimming is NOT permitted at Drewes Beach itself, it is listed as “Open Daily for Sunbathing Only” with restrooms, swings, volleyball and horseshoes, but no swim area or lifeguards. The lake's only lifeguarded swim beach is Hoffman Beach (Beach #4), a different beach on the same lake, open daily ~12-8pm with a protected swim area and 2 lifeguard stations. A 2019 local-news article (in the prior enrichment) described swimming as an activity at Drewes Beach during a community open house, but the association's current published rules contradict that for normal operation, worth flagging, since the actual swim spot on this lake may be Hoffman Beach, not Drewes. Lake access overall is restricted to LPPOA members and their registered guests, not the general public.
Do I need to hike to reach Drewes Beach at Lake Parsippany?
No significant hike is required. The swimming area is close to parking and access.
Where do I park for Drewes Beach at Lake Parsippany?
Multiple LPPOA parking lots serve the beaches; access requires two vehicle parking tags per membership (hung from the rearview mirror), included with the $440/year membership rather than a per-visit fee. No parking is open to the general public, the lake and its lots are restricted to LPPOA members and their registered guests.
Can I bring a kayak or paddleboard to Drewes Beach at Lake Parsippany?
Members without their own boat can use the LPPOA's Kayak Club or Sailing Club, which provide shared/club equipment. Launch points include the boathouse, Drewes Beach, and Alpine Road.
What are the rules at Drewes Beach at Lake Parsippany?
Drewes Beach is on a private, member-owned lake maintained by the LPPOA; it functions as a residents'-association amenity rather than a publicly open swimming area, and no posted public rules or hours were found in available sources.
What water body is Drewes Beach at Lake Parsippany on?
Drewes Beach at Lake Parsippany is on Lake Parsippany, a natural lake verified in USGS hydrography data.
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