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ST. JOE BEACH GOLF CART RENTALS WITH ST. JOE PATIO
EXPLORE ST. JOE BEACH
DISCOVER ST. JOE BEACH
St. Joe Beach is a beautiful coastal community with dedicated foot traffic only public beach access and a reputation for remarkable sunsets and excellent surf fishing. This area is also pet-friendly (leashes required), making it a favorite spot for families and their four-legged companions.
While St. Joe Beach is a golf cart–friendly community, please note:
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Beach driving is not allowed
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Carts may not cross or drive on Highway 98 or use the sidewalks
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You may drive carts up to the stop signs adjacent to Highway 98, park along the side road shoulders, and then walk across to access the beach
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There is no cart access from St. Joe Beach into the City of Port St. Joe or to drivable beaches such as Cape San Blas or Indian Pass
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Golf carts must follow local traffic laws and access rules at all times. St Joe Beach Ordinance requires all golf carts to be parked 30 feet back from the stop signs on SJB side roads and no golf carts allowed on Hwy 98 or bike path - use is for back roads only in SJB.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS & IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Frequently asked questions
Can you drive golf carts on the beach at St Joe Beach?
No! While St Joe Beach is a golf cart friendly community, Golf Carts cannot legally cross Highway 98. St Joe Beach Ordinance requires all golf carts to be parked 30 feet back from the stop signs on SJB side roads and no golf carts allowed on Hwy 98 or bike path - use is for back roads only in SJB.
How old do you have to be to drive a golf cart?
We require our rental drivers to be at least 21 years old OR a licensed driver 16 years or older with a licensed driver 21+. We also ask for proof of a valid driver's license and car insurance at the time of rental.
Important Information
St Joe Beach Ordinance requires all golf carts to be parked 30 feet back from the stop signs on SJB side roads and no golf carts allowed on Hwy 98 or bike path - use is for back roads only in SJB.
Leave No Trace:
Remove all belongings (including the rental items) from the beach at night. Gulf County does patrol and will remove any items left on the beach and discard. Renter is responsible for the replacement of any rental items should this occur as well as damage and/or lost revenue.
Sea Turtles:
Sea Turtle Nesting season is May 1st through October 31st. Please remember during your visit to keep our Gulf County Beaches CLEAN, FLAT, & DARK for our emerging hatchlings and nesting mommas. Please fill in any holes and knock down sand sculptures before leaving the beaches. Beach-front homes are required to have subtle lighting installed; please be mindful of indoor and outdoor lighting and close the blinds or curtains – the lights mimic the moon and disorient turtles and hatchlings.
Fires:
If Permitted: Please put out and remove any remnants of beach bonfires by removing the wood /cooled embers. Make sure all wood is deemed suitable for fires (i.e.: no nails, skids, trash, etc.)
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