Can you drink beer on the beach at Carolina beach?

Important Beach Rules to Remember: Alcohol and glass containers are prohibited at all times. CLICK HERE for rules pertaining to pets on the beach. The sand dunes are protected under State and Federal statute. We request that you respect this natural area.



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Alcohol is not allowed on any public beach in South Carolina, but that doesn't stop many people from packing a cooler with their favorite adult beverages.

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Drinking/possession of alcohol on Hilton Head's public beaches is illegal and could result in a fine of up to $500. If you are going to purchase alcohol, don't wait until Sunday! Liquor by the bottle is not sold on Sundays in South Carolina, though you can buy wine and beer in some gas stations and supermarkets.

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Glass containers are not allowed on any beaches. Bring plastic and paper for your beach goodies, and, of course, dispose of those items properly. Metal shovels move too much sand and are not allowed. You can bring a small plastic shovel for building sandcastles, but excessive digging is not permitted.

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It holds in place the sand that helps protect barrier islands from storms. Smoking is prohibited on Wrightsville Beach but allowed on many other beaches. Placing cigarette butts in the sand is littering. It's also nasty and is prohibited at all N.C. beaches.

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The waters along South Carolina's Grand Strand have been a gorgeous blue as of late, prompting some visitors to make comparisons to the Caribbean. It's called the blue water phenomenon — waters are clearer due to a lack of storms. Water temperatures play a role in the water's color as well.

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