Beach Rules

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Beach rules

Here are some ways you can make the beach safe and enjoyable for everyone. Please:

Always swim directly in front of a Lifeguard.
The 10 mph speed limit is strictly enforced. Violators will be fined $41 and up.
Alcohol and glass containers are not allowed.
Pets are not allowed on the beach except guide dogs accompanying visually impaired persons or hearing ear dogs accompanying hearing impaired persons.
Music or noise which can be heard from more than 50 feet of the source is illegal.
It is illegal to disturb dune vegetation.
Driving or parking in the conservation zone is prohibited.
Personal watercraft operators must stay in the proper zones and wear a helmet at all times.

Please help us protect the beach environment

Don't disturb a turtle that is crawling to or from the ocean or laying eggs. Watch from a distance.
Avoid shining lights on the beach at night as this may frighten away nesting females and interfere with the baby turtles' ability to find the sea.
Avoid walking or cycling in places posted as nesting areas.
Immediately report any injured or dead sea turtle to the nearest Volusia County Beach Safety employee.
Do not disturb markers or protective screening over turtle nests. These nests are being studied and protected.
Avoid walking on the dunes along the beach.
Don't disturb nesting sea birds
Don't litter. Cigarette butts, fishing line and other trash can harm the animals and birds along the beach.
Do your part to spread the word about environment-friendly habits on the beach.

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