Beach Rules

Dogs are banned from the beach unless they belong to a Walton County real property owner or permanent resident who has obtained a county dog permit and keeps the dog leashed. Even with a permit, dogs are only allowed on the beach from 3:30pm to 8:30am the next day. A visitor who isn't a county resident or property owner generally cannot get this permit.

Bonfires or any open flame require a South Walton Fire District permit. Charcoal grills are always banned; only small propane grills are allowed.

Tents can be no larger than 10 by 10 feet and must stay on the upland half of the beach, with a 4 foot walkway between tents for water access.

Drones fall under the county's broad aircraft takeoff and landing rule, which requires authorization or a permit before launching or landing on the beach.

Glass and ceramic bottles, containers or items of any kind are banned on the beach.

Ordinary rod and reel fishing from the beach is allowed. It becomes unlawful if law enforcement warns that fishing is endangering swimmers, or for shark fishing, chumming or bloodbaiting within 2,500 feet of shore.

Music and audio devices are allowed as long as the sound cannot be heard 75 feet or more from the source.

We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.

We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.

We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.

Source: Walton County Ordinance 2025-22, amending Code of Ordinances Ch. 22 (Waterways and Beach Activities) · checked 2026-09-10. Rules change by ordinance and by season. When it matters, confirm with the posted signs.