Dog beach · Myrtle Beach, SC

Dogs at Myrtle Beach

Can I bring my dog, and where on the sand?
Limited access

Dogs can be on Myrtle Beach's sand before 10am and after 5pm in summer, and any time October through April.

May 1-Labor Day: leashed dogs allowed before 10am and after 5pm. Day after Labor Day-Apr 30: leashed dogs allowed anytime.

Where dogs can go

May 1-Labor Day: leashed dogs allowed before 10am and after 5pm. Day after Labor Day-Apr 30: leashed dogs allowed anytime.

Where or when dogs are not allowed

Beach off-limits to dogs 10am-5pm, May 1-Labor Day.

Leash and beach rules

Leash no longer than 7 feet required at all times; owners must pick up waste; same hours apply to the boardwalk.

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 Myrtle Beach?

Dogs can be on Myrtle Beach's sand before 10am and after 5pm in summer, and any time October through April. May 1-Labor Day: leashed dogs allowed before 10am and after 5pm. Day after Labor Day-Apr 30: leashed dogs allowed anytime.

What is the dog rule at Myrtle Beach?

Leash no longer than 7 feet required at all times; owners must pick up waste; same hours apply to the boardwalk.

When are dogs not allowed at Myrtle Beach?

Beach off-limits to dogs 10am-5pm, May 1-Labor Day.

Are service animals allowed at Myrtle Beach?

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