From May 1 through Labor Day dogs are allowed on the beach only before 10am and after 5pm. From the day after Labor Day through April 30 they are allowed at any time. A leash of seven feet or shorter is required at all times and owners must pick up droppings.
Alcohol is not allowed on the beach.
All fires on the beach are prohibited, barbecues and bonfires included.
From Memorial Day through Labor Day tents are banned and only circular umbrellas up to seven and a half feet across are allowed, set in line with or behind the lifeguards' umbrella line. The rest of the year tents and canopies up to 12 feet by 12 feet are allowed.
Glass containers and bottles are not allowed on the beach.
Metal detecting is allowed on the public beach itself, but not in the dunes, at the street ends or on other public property.
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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: City of Myrtle Beach, beach rules and regulations · checked 2026-09-09. Rules change by ordinance and by season. When it matters, confirm with the posted signs.
Dogs at Myrtle Beach: From May 1 through Labor Day dogs are allowed on the beach only before 10am and after 5pm. From the day after Labor Day through April 30 they are allowed at any time. A leash of seven feet or shorter is required at all times and owners must pick up droppings. Not allowed at Myrtle Beach: alcohol, glass, fires & grills. Allowed only in places or at certain times: dogs, tents & shade, metal detecting. Checked against City of Myrtle Beach, beach rules and regulations on 2026-09-09. Rules we have not verified for Myrtle Beach are marked as such rather than guessed on the beach rules page.