GRAND STRAND BEACHES

-March 1st marks the beginning of seasonal parking regulations on Ocean Boulevard. Parking is prohibited on the Boulevard from March 1 through October 31. 

-Most meters are enforced from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. seven days a week. For more specific information please check the meter or the paystation. 

-In South Carolina, persons with disabilities may park in specially marked spaces or at any public-operated parking meter for FREE, provided their vehicle displays a valid handicapped, Purple Heart, Disabled American Veterans or Medal of Honor license tag, or a valid and official handicapped hang tag. (If your vehicle displays one of these, then you do not have to pay a municipal parking meter anywhere in South Carolina.)

- Hourly rates range from $1.50 to $2.00 depending on the location and demand. All-day meters are clearly marked stating that for $8-$10 you can park in that spot all day, just remember to look for the green sticker on the meter for all-day parking.

- All parking meters accept U.S. coins and some meters in high traffic areas now take credit or debit cards for convenience. Paystations accept U.S. coins, bills up to $10.00, credit cards and debit cards. 

-Parkmobile is another option to make parking meter payment. Pay for parking via your cell phone by signing up at ParkMobile.io. Signing up is free and you will be able to start and stop your parking time from your cellphone. Many of our beach towns offer parking decals for residents to allow for easier parking. 

Visit the site below that corresponds with your new city limits to learn how to apply for these decals:

Myrtle Beach -  Resident Parking Decal Program (cityofmyrtlebeach.com) 

North Myrtle Beach -  Parking Registration | North Myrtle Beach, SC (nmb.us) 

Surfside Beach -  Parking - Town of Surfside Beach, SC 

PETS OF THE BEACH

Each of our beach towns have different regulations regarding animals on public beaches. Please familiarize yourself with these regulations:

Myrtle Beach:

-Dogs are allowed on the boardwalk only between 5:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. from May 1 through Labor Day. From the day after Labor Day through April 30 each year, dogs are allowed on the boardwalk at any time. Note: At all times, dogs must be on a leash seven feet or shorter, and you must pick up and properly dispose of droppings.

-From May 1 through Labor Day, dogs are allowed on the beach only before 10:00 a.m. and after 5:00 p.m. From the day after Labor Day to April 30 each year, dogs are allowed on the beach at any time of day. Note: At all times, dogs must be on a leash seven feet or shorter, and you must pick up and properly dispose of droppings. 

North Myrtle Beach: 

-May 15 through September 15: No dogs allowed on the beach 9 am to 5 pm.

- Leash law is in effect at all times; maximum leash length is 7 feet 

-Pet owners must pick up and properly dispose of pet waste 

Surfside Beach: 

-Dogs or other domestic pets are not permitted on the public beach during the period between May 15 and September 15. 

-Horses and other large animals are not allowed on the beach.