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Dogs are allowed on the beach year-round; however, there are rules and regulations regarding four-legged friends. (*Kiawah is a private gated community with the only public beach access through Beachwalker Park on Beachwalker Drive.) Printable Beach Leash Map here
Pets must be leashed at all times outside unless they are in an enclosed area (pen, fence, etc.). The only exception to this rule is on the beach, where there are designated year-round dog off-leash areas and seasonal leash restrictions for the remainder of the beach. Leash ordinances are enforced by Beach Patrol and/or Town Code Enforcement officers authorized to ticket offenders, including fines up to $500 plus assessments.
Anyone experiencing problems regarding noncompliance should notify the Town immediately. Beach incidents should be reported to Beach Patrol at 843-518-2880. Off-beach incidents should be reported to Code Enforcement at 843-768-9166.
Anyone experiencing problems regarding noncompliance should notify the Town immediately. Beach incidents should be reported to Beach Patrol at 843-518-2880. Off-beach incidents should be reported to Code Enforcement at 843-768-9166.
- Critical Habitat Area: Dogs are prohibited year-round in critical habitat areas on each end of the island.
- Dog Use Area: Between the eastern boundary of the Beach Club and the Ocean Course Clubhouse allows dogs off leash under control year-round from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Pets must be leashed in this area from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Electronic leashes are prohibited. Owners must remain with their pet, have the pet under control, and have in their possession a leash in the event that there is a need to leash their pet or if requested by other beachgoers or by Beach Patrol. Electronic leashes are prohibited.
- The remainder of the Beach (Seasonal):
- March 16 – October 31 – Pets must be leashed at all times.
- November 1 – March 15 – Pets are allowed to be off leash from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. everywhere on the beach except in the critical habitat area. Pets must be leashed from 7 p.m. – 7 a.m. Owners must remain with their pet, have the pet under control, and have in their possession a leash in the event that there is a need to leash their pet or if requested by other beachgoers or by Beach Patrol. Electronic leashes are prohibited.