Dog beach · Isle of Palms, SC

Dogs at Isle of Palms

Can I bring my dog, and where on the sand?
Dog-friendly

Isle of Palms allows leashed dogs on the beach year-round, plus off-leash hours in the early morning (and afternoons off-season).

Leashed dogs allowed on the beach at all times, year-round. Off-leash under voice control (leash in hand): 5am-9am Apr 1-Sep 14; 4pm-10am Sep 15-Mar 31.

Where dogs can go

Leashed dogs allowed on the beach at all times, year-round. Off-leash under voice control (leash in hand): 5am-9am Apr 1-Sep 14; 4pm-10am Sep 15-Mar 31.

Leash and beach rules

During off-leash hours, leash must be in hand and dog under voice command; rabies tag and collar required; free dog permit available from Isle of Palms PD.

Service animals

Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.

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Last verified 2026-07-09

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Isle of Palms?

Isle of Palms allows leashed dogs on the beach year-round, plus off-leash hours in the early morning (and afternoons off-season). Leashed dogs allowed on the beach at all times, year-round. Off-leash under voice control (leash in hand): 5am-9am Apr 1-Sep 14; 4pm-10am Sep 15-Mar 31.

What is the dog rule at Isle of Palms?

During off-leash hours, leash must be in hand and dog under voice command; rabies tag and collar required; free dog permit available from Isle of Palms PD.

Are service animals allowed at Isle of Palms?

Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.