Beach Tent Rules and Regulations in North Myrtle Beach

North Myrtle Beach's rule and regulations for beach tents are as follows:

• From May 15-September 15, you may only bring round umbrellas with a center pole that is no more than 7 feet, 6 inches tall, and that provides circular shade no larger than 9 feet in diameter.
• No tents, sports-brellas, cabanas, pavilions, tarps, etc. are allowed on the beach between May 15-September 15.
• Baby tents that are no bigger than 31" X 31.5 " X 38" can be used throughout the year on the beach to shade those who are 18 months or younger.

Beach Laws are as follows:

• If you dig a hole on the beach, you must fill it in before leaving the beach.
• Alcohol, glass, fireworks prohibited.
• No littering on the beach or the ocean.
• No swimming beyond 50 yards or shoulder height.
• No parking beyond the posted public beach access rule sign.
• All watercraft must operate 100 yards or more off shore.
• May 15-September 15: No dogs allowed on the beach 9am-5pm. Surf only in designated areas 9am-4pm.
• Dog Owners: Leash law is in effect at all times; maximum leash length is 7 feet. Pet owners must pick up and properly dispose of pet waste.

Golf Cart Laws are as follows

• Golf Carts must display SC permit sticker.
• Must be driven by a licensed driver.
• May cross primary roads (Ocean Blvd, 27th S, Hwy 17 or Sea Mtn Hwy)
• Must obey all State traffic laws.
• Seating capacity cannot be exceeded.
• Daylight operation only.

The Myrtle Beach rules and regulations for beach tents are as follows:

• From Memorial Day through Labor Day, the city of Myrtle Beach bans tents on the beach.
• During this time, you may utilize round beach umbrellas with a diameter no more than 7 feet, 6 inches. These umbrellas must be placed behind the established umbrella line.
• From the day after Labor Day up until Memorial Day, you may use a 12-by-12 feet square tent that is less than 9 feet tall. These tents must be set up behind the umbrella line, and must be 10 feet apart from other tents.

Beach Laws are as follows:

• Alcohol is NOT allowed on the beach.
• Glass containers and bottles are NOT allowed on the beach.
• No littering on the beach or the ocean.
• Aquatic activity (swimming, surfing, etc.) is not allowed within 75 yards of a pier.
• Metal detecting is allowed on the public beach, but NOT in the dunes, the street ends or any other public property.
• All fires are prohibited on the beach, including barbecues and bonfires.
• From May 1 through Labor Day, dogs are allowed on the beach only before 10:00 a.m. and after 5:00 p.m.  From the day after Labor Day to April 30 each year, dogs are allowed on the beach at any time of day.  (Note:  At all times, dogs must be on a leash seven feet or shorter, and you must pick up and properly dispose of droppings.)
• Dogs and bicycles are allowed on the boardwalk only between 5:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. from May 1 through Labor Day.  From the day after Labor Day through April 30 each year, dogs and bicycles are allowed on the boardwalk at any time.  (Note:  At all times, dogs must be on a leash seven feet or shorter, and you must pick up and properly dispose of droppings.

The Horry County rules and regulations for beach tents are as follows:

• Throughout the year, Horry County bans tarps, tents, pavilions, and cabanas from the beach.
• Round umbrellas that provide shade no more than 7 feet, 6 inches are allowed on the beach.
• Beach-goers with infants and very small children may bring a small blow-up/pop-up cabana.
• Shading devices may not be connect, bound, or tied, but must be secured.

Beach Laws are as follows:

• Golf carts are permitted on the beaches from November 1 through February 28 and must have a valid state permit and operated by a licensed driver.
• Alcohol is prohibited on the beach and beach accesses.
• No glass allowed on the beach.
• Fires are prohibited on the beach and beach accesses.
• No animals are permitted on the beach from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., from May 1 through Labor Day.
• Must be on a hand held leash no longer than 7-feet.
• Owners must clean up after their animals.
• No littering on the beach or the ocean.