Can you drive a golf cart in Boca Grande?
Partly. In Boca Grande, electric golf carts may use the island bike path at up to 15 mph. Plain golf carts aren't designated for the island's roads; street-legal LSVs may use roads posted 35 mph or less.
Rules last checked 2026-10-21 by Golf Cart Maps. Published 2026-10-21.
| Vehicle | Allowed | Roads | Speed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf cart | limited | Island bike path (electric only) | 15 mph on the path | 50 inches wide max |
| Street-legal LSV | yes | Roads posted 35 mph or less | 35 mph | Registered and insured |
The rules
| Topic | Rule | Law |
|---|---|---|
| Bike path | Electric golf carts may use the Boca Grande bike path, 15 mph max, 50 inches wide max | GICIA bike path rules |
| Golf carts | Plain golf carts only on roads a city or county has designated and signed for carts | F.S. 316.212 |
| LSV roads | Registered, insured LSVs on roads posted 35 mph or less; cross faster roads only at intersections | FLHSMV low-speed vehicles |
| Lee County | County ordinance on the Boca Grande path | Lee County Ord. 25-16 |
Roads to avoid
- Gas golf carts on the bike path: Not allowed
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FAQ
Can I drive a gas golf cart on the Boca Grande bike path?
No. Only electric carts may use the path.
How fast can a golf cart go on the bike path?
15 mph at most.
Not legal advice; posted signs win.