Folly Beach Rules And Regulations

The City of Folly Beach has specific rules and regulations that must be followed to preserve this beautiful environment. Please take a moment to review them.

Safety Regulations

• No glass or open containers on the beach.
• Fireworks and open flame fires are prohibited in the City of Folly Beach.
• Surfing without a leash is prohibited. Surfing is also prohibited from 10am to 6pm from 2nd block east to 3rd block west, known as the swimming zone.
• Stay off the dunes! Use public walkovers for all beach access.
• DO NOT LITTER! Have beach pride and take all of your trash and personal belongings with you when you leave.
• Swim with caution. Strong rip currents are common.
• Garbage pickup is Monday and Thursday morning.
• Lights out for Sea Turtles on front beach from May 1 to September 30. Exterior lights must be off at night so endangered sea turtles can nest.
• Do not leave tents, chairs, holes, etc. on beach. They impede nesting sea turtles.
• No bicycles, skateboards, etc. allowed on sidewalks.
• Parties with 25+ guests must have a party permit from Public Safety.

Parking Rules and Regulations

• All four tires must be off the sidewalk or pavement.
• No parking on sidewalks, dunes, or revetments.
• No parking within 15 feet of a hydrant or intersection.
• You must park in the same direction as traffic.
• No blocking private driveways or roads.

Dog Rules and Regulations

• Dogs are prohibited from 10am to 6pm, May 1 to September 30.
• Dogs must be leashed at all times.
• Pick up dog waste and throw in trash can.

Golf Cart Rules and Regulations

• All carts must be registered within the City of Folly Beach and display proper registration decal.
• All drivers must be at least 16 years old with a valid state driver’s license.
• Golf carts are prohibited from driving on Center St. and driving after sundown