Esther Beach is a small neighborhood beach access point (approximately 70 feet long by 50 feet wide) located on the southeastern shore of Turville Bay in Lake Monona near South Towne Mall.

Water quality is monitored weekly by Public Health Madison & Dane County during swimming season (Memorial Day through Labor Day), with results posted at lakeforecast.

org; note that this beach has a history of water quality issues including algae blooms and bacteria contamination. The beach has restroom facilities available during peak season hours and is prone to floating aquatic vegetation due to its bay orientation.