DogMapOn-leash only · Folly Beach
Folly Beach (leash-only)
Folly is dog-friendly but leash-only — there is no off-leash provision, despite its reputation. In summer dogs are kept off the beach during midday; the rest of the year they're welcome anytime on leash.
On-leash onlyThe facts
- Off-leashOn-leash only
- FencedNo — open
- WaterOcean
- SizeAbout 6 miles of beach
- HoursLeashed only · dogs banned 10 AM–6 PM (May 1–Sep 30); leashed any time off-season
- SurfaceSand
Parking & access
Metered lots and street parking off Center St / Ashley Ave.
Good to know
- This is a LEASHED beach — Folly has NO off-leash hours; dogs must be leashed and under control whenever allowed.
- May 1–Sep 30 dogs are prohibited 10 AM–6 PM; dogs are never allowed on the Folly Beach Pier.
- Pick up and remove waste. Rinse off salt and sand, and avoid midday summer heat (also when the dog ban applies).
About Folly Beach (leash-only)
Folly Beach (leash-only) is a free on-leash only in Folly Beach, South Carolina where dogs are welcome on-leash only. It's unfenced, with ocean surf. Size: About 6 miles of beach.
Rules verified · source: City of Folly Beach
Folly Beach (leash-only): FAQ
- Can my dog be off-leash at Folly Beach (leash-only)?
- No — dogs are welcome at Folly Beach (leash-only), but must stay on a leash (≤ 6 ft) at all times.
- Is Folly Beach (leash-only) fenced?
- No — Folly Beach (leash-only) is open/unfenced, so reliable recall is recommended.
- Can my dog swim at Folly Beach (leash-only)?
- Yes — Folly Beach (leash-only) has ocean surf to swim in. Pack fresh water and check conditions before you go.
- Is Folly Beach (leash-only) free?
- Yes — Folly Beach (leash-only) is free to access. Metered lots and street parking off Center St / Ashley Ave.
- Where can my dog be off-leash right now?
- Open the live DogMap map — each spot shows whether off-leash is allowed at the current date and time, including seasonal and time-of-day limits.