Can you drive a golf cart in Beaufort?
Yes, on secondary roads. In Beaufort, a permitted golf cart may use secondary roads posted 35 mph or less, within 4 miles of the address on the registration. Ribaut Road, Boundary Street and Carteret Street are primary roads. At night the cart needs headlights, taillights and turn signals.
Rules last checked 2026-11-08 by Golf Cart Maps. Published 2026-11-06.
| Vehicle | Allowed | Roads | Speed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf cart | yes | Secondary roads posted 35 mph or less | 35 mph | Within 4 miles; night only if equipped |
| Street-legal LSV | yes | Roads posted 35 mph or less | 35 mph | Registered and insured |
The rules
| Topic | Rule | Law |
|---|---|---|
| Golf carts | Permitted golf carts on secondary roads posted 35 mph or less, in daylight, within 4 miles of the registration address or a gated-community entrance, unless the city sets different hours or roads. Night driving under an ordinance needs working headlights and taillights. | S.C. Code 56-2-90 |
| City rule | Secondary roads posted 35 mph or less. Night use requires headlights, taillights and turn signals. Seat belts are required. | Beaufort Ordinance 2025/28 |
Roads to avoid
- Ribaut Road, Boundary Street and Carteret Street (US 21): Primary roads; no golf carts (crossing at intersections OK)
Open the live Beaufort golf cart map in Golf Cart Maps (golfcartmap.com)
FAQ
Where can I drive my LSV in Beaufort?
Roads posted 35 mph or less. Registered and insured. A town or county can still ban LSVs from a specific road, and posted signs win.
Can I drive a golf cart on Ribaut Road?
No. It is a primary road. Golf carts may cross a faster road at an intersection with a control.
Can I drive a golf cart at night in Beaufort?
Yes, if the cart has working headlights, taillights and turn signals, on a secondary road posted 35 mph or less.
Not legal advice; posted signs win.