Hilton Head Beach Rules, Ordinances, and Regulations
Below is a handy list of rules to follow while on the beach.
The following is NOT allowed:
possession or consumption of alcohol
glassware
littering
unauthorized vehicles
unauthorized launch or anchoring of motorized watercraft*
parasailing
horses
shark fishing
physical harm, harassment, or disturbance (including removal) to beach fauna(sea turtles, sanddollars, birds, dunes, etc.)
removal, alteration, or damage to dunes, sea oats, or other dune flora
fires(except for cooking on liquid fuel stoves)
fireworks
disturbing the peace
indecent exposure or nudity
disorderly conduct
commercial activity except by town franchise
solicitation or distribution of handouts
unauthorized wearing of lifeguard emblems
Be advised that motorized watercraft including boats and personal watercraft are not permitted within 150 yards of the mean low water mark.
This includes launching, anchoring, and operation of such watercraft.
Animal restrictions:
Animals are not permitted between 10:00am & 5:00pm from Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day
Must be on a leash between 10:00am & 5:00pm from April 1 through Thursday before Memorial Day & between 10:00am & 5:00pm from Tuesday after Labor Day through September 30
Must be on a leash or under voice control at all other times
Remember, you are required to remove and dispose of your animal's waste.
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The following are prohibited between sunrise to sunset from April 1 through September 30 in our five Designated Swimming Areas located at:
· Alder Lane
· Coligny Circle
· Driessen Beach
· Folly Field
· Islander's Beach Park
Fishing or surf casting
The use of a surf board or other similar article for surfing or surf riding
Frisbees and/or other team sports involving a ball
Recreational games with metal components such as metal horseshoes
The following are restricted at these times:
Stunt kites 10:00am-6:00pm April 1-September 30
Sand Sailing 10:00am-6:00pm April 1-September 30
Sleeping Midnight-6:00am year round
Signs are posted at periodic intervals on the beach designating these rules.
Have Fun and Enjoy Hilton Head Island’s BEAUTIFUL Beaches!
