Can you drive a golf cart in Point Loma?
A street-legal LSV can drive on Point Loma streets posted 35 mph or less under CVC 21260. A plain golf cart is limited to streets posted 25 mph or less in a business or residence district (CVC 21716). Freeways like I-5 are off limits. 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 | Business or residence district only |
| Street-legal LSV | yes | Streets posted 35 mph or less | 35 mph | May cross faster roads at intersections |
The rules
| Topic | Rule | Law |
|---|---|---|
| LSV roads | Only roads posted 35 mph or less | CVC 21260 |
| Golf carts | Roads posted 25 mph or less in a business or residence district | CVC 21716 |
Roads to avoid
- I-5 and other freeways: Freeway
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FAQ
Can an LSV drive on a 40 mph road in Point Loma?
No. California limits LSVs to roads posted 35 mph or less (CVC 21260). They may cross a faster road at an intersection.
Can a regular golf cart drive on Point Loma streets?
Only on streets posted 25 mph or less in a business or residence district (CVC 21716), unless a local golf cart plan says otherwise.
Nearby towns
Not legal advice; posted signs win.