Can you drive a golf cart in Mustang Island?
Yes, with a city golf cart plate. In Mustang Island, a licensed, insured golf cart with lights, reflectors, seat belts and a slow-moving vehicle emblem may use city streets. Carts are prohibited on Hwy 361 south of Avenue G. ATVs and UTVs are not allowed.
Rules last checked 2026-10-21 by Golf Cart Maps. Published 2026-10-21.
| Vehicle | Allowed | Roads | Speed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf cart | yes | City streets with a city golf cart plate | n/a | Plate renews every Jan 1 |
| Street-legal LSV | yes | Roads posted 45 mph or less under state law; the map plans on 35 mph or less | 45 mph | State-registered LSV/NEV (Tex. Transp. Code 551.304) |
The rules
| Topic | Rule | Law |
|---|---|---|
| Golf cart plate | City golf cart license and plate required on public streets; renews each calendar year | Port Aransas Golf Cart Ordinance Art. VIII |
| Equipment | Head lamps, tail lamps, reflectors, seat belts, SMV emblem, parking brake, mirror; no engine mods | Port Aransas golf cart regulations |
| Hwy 361 | Carts prohibited on Hwy 361 south of Avenue G | Port Aransas: Golf Cart Laws Strictly Enforced |
| ATVs | ATVs and UTVs are not golf carts and are not allowed in city limits, including the beach | Port Aransas golf cart regulations |
Roads to avoid
- Hwy 361 south of Avenue G: Carts prohibited
Open the live Mustang Island map in Golf Cart Maps (golfcartmap.com)
FAQ
How much is a Port Aransas golf cart plate?
$50 a year for year-round residents and $100 for non-residents; plates expire December 31.
Can I drive a UTV or ATV in Port Aransas?
No. The city says ATVs and UTVs are not golf carts and are not allowed anywhere in city limits, including the beach.
Nearby towns
Not legal advice; posted signs win.