Golf Cart Rules in Miramar Beach

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Each golf cart rental company may have different rules and regulations that you will need to follow. 

Golf Cart Rentals Miramar Beach, FL Rules

As you may have noticed, there are a ton of Golf Carts along Scenic Gulf Drive in Miramar Beach, where our vacation rentals are located. Like regular vehicles, there are several rules associated with the privilege of guests being able to rent and drive a street-legal golf cart along scenic Gulf Drive. Please consult the Florida DMV and the company you rent from for the most up-to-date information on these rules. 

People really enjoy driving the scenic Gulf Drive in low-speed vehicles or golf cart rentals. A favorite pastime for the golf cart group is moving to Pompano Joes or crossing over 98 to go to the Destin Commons for shopping, dinner, or a movie.

Florida Law currently states: “A low-speed vehicle or mini truck may be operated only on streets where the posted speed limit is 35 miles per hour or less. This does not prohibit a low-speed vehicle or mini truck from crossing a road or street at an intersection where the road or street has a posted speed limit of more than 35 miles per hour.”

  • Drivers must be minimum 16 years old or older and licensed like any other car.
  • Golf Carts are not allowed on bike paths, utility paths, or other multi-use pathways (in other words, roads only)
  • The golf cart must have headlights, taillights, rearview mirror, windshield, reflectors, brakes, seat belts, and a registered tag.
  • No parking on Streets/Pathways
  • Drive Sober and No open container
  • All passengers must wear a seat belt
  • May only be on roads with posted speed below 35 MPH
  • Golf carts are not permitted on Highway 98, NOT Even “For just one turn” Locals and police will have no sympathy
  • Childrenmust be in seats and buckled in including car seats when necessary
  • No looking at Cell Phone while driving
  • Nothing on the roof of the golf cart unless there is a rood rack and items are secured
  • Everyone must have their own seat and always wear a seat belt
  • No sitting in laps
  • Additionally, many communities have separate rules concerning golf cart rentals
  • When staying in a condo, we recommend you try to rent gas-powered or with a battery that can be taken inside to be charged; there will be nowhere to charge batteries on the exterior of the building.
  • Each Golf Cart rental company may have different rules and regulations you will need to follow. 

The Following of our Communities DO allow golf cart rentals

currently, if you do not exceed the number of parking spaces allowed for your unit.

Beach Retreat, Beach Pointe, Mediterranea, Leeward Key

The Following of our Communities DO NOT allow Golf Carts:

Beach House, Maravilla, Amalfi, Miramar Beach Villas

for great rental service and rates, we recommend

Alaways Beach Better

www.AlwaysBeachBetter.com

850-333-8655

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Laura Co-Owner
Hi, I’m Laura Clayton — co-owner of Beach Condos in Destin, Realtor with World Impact Real Estate, full-time vacation rental nerd, and full-time mom-on-the-go. When I’m not helping guests find the perfect beachfront condo in Destin or Miramar Beach, I’m usually taking care of my two dogs, Lily (my terrier mix) and Ziggy (my standard Goldendoodle), or sitting at what feels like my 1,000th sporting event cheering on my kids, Reece and Liam. If you’ve ever tried answering emails from the bleachers, you’ll understand my life perfectly. I’ve spent nearly two decades in the vacation rental world, helping thousands of families make memories along the Emerald Coast — from first-time beach trips to traditions that bring guests back year after year. I love creating welcoming, pet-friendly spaces, coming up with slightly ridiculous beachy condo names, and making sure our homes feel comfortable, clean, and genuinely cared for. As a Realtor with World Impact Real Estate, I also help buyers and owners navigate the real estate side of beach living — whether that means purchasing an investment property, selling a condo, or maximizing rental potential while still keeping a place that feels like home. At the end of the day, I’m just someone who loves the beach, loves people, and believes vacations should feel easy, personal, and a little bit special. If you’re planning a stay — or thinking about owning a piece of the beach yourself — I’d love to help. Let’s get your flip-flops in the sand and make it a great one 🌊👣

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