INFO TO KNOW ...

Don't let a day at Pawleys Island end poorly. Teach your loved ones this important info to know and what to do if they are to be in a rip current. For more info, visit:  https://www.weather.gov/safety/ripcurrent  

In case of emergency, don't delay, call 9-1-1. 

* All of Pawleys Island mainland is in the Georgetown County Sheriff's Office jurisdiction. 

* Those across either the North or South Causeway bridges towards the ocean are under the jurisdiction of the Town of Pawleys Island, 

Local hospitals:

• Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital
• 606 Black River Road, Georgetown, SC 29440 

• Tidelands Waccamaw Medical
• 4070 Highway 17, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576 

June 1 - Nov 30 annually all along the Atlantic coast, including Pawleys Island

The Town of Pawleys Island welcomes visitors to its beaches year-round. The Town has adopted the following rules and info to know to ensure the safety and awareness of all visitors and residents alike. Failure to comply could result in receiving a citation or a fine. Please view this link for all ordinances regarding the Beaches.

1. All residents and visitors enter the ocean at their own risk. No lifeguards are on duty at any time. However, life rings are available at several public beach accesses. For updates about beach conditions and surf report check out the links at the bottom of this page.

2. All dogs must be on a leash from May 1st to Sept 30th (8 am – 8 pm). To see the associated Town ordinance please follow this link. Dog Leash Laws

• Please also remember you must pick up after your pets. Animal feces can spread illness and can be harmful to the surrounding ecosystem.

3. No personal property should be left overnight on the beach. Pawleys Island is a popular destination for Sea Turtles during nesting season. Anything left overnight on the beaches can pose a serious threat to Turtles.

• Please also remember to fill any manmade holes left out on the beaches. These also pose a serious threat to Turtles and pedestrians alike. 

4. No motorized vehicles are allowed on the beach including golf carts & electric bikes.

• This does not include emergency vehicles or those that are approved by the Chief of Police and Town Administrator.

5. Camping or overnight sleeping are prohibited. If you wish to camp in the general area please contact Huntington State Park for their rules and regulations.

6. No Fireworks. Fireworks are prohibited across the Island. To see associated Town ordinances follow this link. Fireworks

7. No soliciting or vending. These activities are prohibited Island wide. To see associated ordinances follow this link. Vending 

8. Please help us by keeping our beaches clean. Littering is strictly enforced.

9. For rules and regulations about beach parking please follow this link. Beach Access Parking

www.townofpawleysisland.com/beach-rules

Per Georgetown County Sheriff which has jurisdiction over Pawleys Island, the following info to know applies to golf carts and golf cart drivers: 

• must be at least 16 years old 
• must have a valid driver's license
• must have valid liability insurance 
• only drive during daylight hours
• travel no farther than 4 miles

Prior to booking any of our Pawleys Island vacation rentals, please carefully review cancellation & refund policy. Given possible, unexpected/unavoidable travel interruptions, such as severe weather, illness, emergency etc., we STRONGLY recommend guests purchase independent travel/trip insurance. Insurance is not for potential damages to the property but to protect your vacation investment. To compare and buy trip insurance: www.travelinsurance.com. 

Note: we don't represent any company & mention only for your benefit.

Pawleys Island is a barrier island less than 4 miles long wide, separated from the mainland by a beautiful salt marsh and accessible by two short causeways. Generations of visitors have returned with the feeling that 

“their blood pressure goes down when they cross the causeway."

The Civil War and several major hurricanes have changed the face of the island but it still retains the nickname “arrogantly shabby.” Unlike its neighboring resort islands, parts of Pawleys have changed little since the 1700’s. In our historic district you will see a number of signs with a brief history of the antebellum homes, most of which are available for summer rental. Many of these homes are still owned by 3rd, 4th or 5th generations of the same families. In 2012, Liberty Lodge celebrated ownership by one single family for 100 years!

Courtesy: Town of Pawley's Island