Can you drive a golf cart in Gulf Shores?
Yes, on low-speed streets. In Gulf Shores, state-tagged golf carts and LSVs may only use streets posted 25 mph or less, and not the state highways (AL 59, 180, 182 and 161). Posted signs win.
Rules last checked 2026-10-21 by Golf Cart Maps. Published 2026-10-21.
| Vehicle | Allowed | Roads | Speed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf cart | limited | Streets posted 25 mph or less | 25 mph | State tag required |
| Street-legal LSV | limited | Streets posted 25 mph or less | 25 mph | Local cap is lower than the usual 35 |
The rules
| Topic | Rule | Law |
|---|---|---|
| Speed cap | Carts and LSVs not on streets posted over 25 mph | Gulf Shores Sec. 21-13 (Apr 13 2026) |
| Designated streets | City list of designated cart streets | Gulf Shores designated cart streets |
| Orange Beach | Orange Beach cart ordinance (designated streets, 25 mph cap) | Orange Beach Ord. 2025-1521 |
Roads to avoid
- AL 59: State highway (crossing at intersections OK)
- AL 180 (Fort Morgan Rd / Canal Rd): State highway (crossing at intersections OK)
- AL 182 (Beach Blvd / Perdido Beach Blvd): State highway (crossing at intersections OK)
- AL 161: State highway (crossing at intersections OK)
- Foley Beach Express: Not a cart street
Open the live Gulf Shores map in Golf Cart Maps (golfcartmap.com)
FAQ
Can I drive a golf cart on Beach Blvd?
No. Beach Blvd is AL 182, a state highway, and carts and LSVs are limited to streets posted 25 mph or less.
Does an LSV get more roads than a golf cart in Gulf Shores?
Not here. The local rule caps both at streets posted 25 mph or less.
Nearby towns
Not legal advice; posted signs win.