Pets are permitted on most Jekyll Island beaches year round but must be on a leash of 16 feet or less and physically controlled at all times. They are not allowed on the stretch between the South Dunes Picnic Area and a point 2,000 feet southeast of the St. Andrews Picnic Area, which is closed to protect nesting sea turtles and shorebirds.
Fires, cooking, grilling and open flames are prohibited on Jekyll Island beaches, as are fireworks.
Glass containers are not allowed on the beach.
Metal and mineral detectors are not allowed on Jekyll Island beaches.
Not verified here
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.
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: Jekyll Island Authority, Rules & Safety Tips · checked 2026-09-09. Rules change by ordinance and by season. When it matters, confirm with the posted signs.
Dogs at Jekyll: Pets are permitted on most Jekyll Island beaches year round but must be on a leash of 16 feet or less and physically controlled at all times. They are not allowed on the stretch between the South Dunes Picnic Area and a point 2,000 feet southeast of the St. Andrews Picnic Area, which is closed to protect nesting sea turtles and shorebirds. Not allowed at Jekyll: fires & grills, glass, metal detecting. Allowed only in places or at certain times: dogs. Checked against Jekyll Island Authority, Rules & Safety Tips on 2026-09-09. Rules we have not verified for Jekyll are marked as such rather than guessed on the beach rules page.