Can I drive a golf cart in Topsail Beach?
Golf Carts are not permitted to operate on any state or town owned
streets within the Town of Topsail Beach. Low-speed vehicles
designated and registered as such by the North Carolina Department
of Motor Vehicles are permitted on streets or roadways where the
posted speed limit is no greater than 35 mph other than North or
South Anderson which may only be used to cross over to another
street. However, low speed vehicles are allowed in the 25 mph zone
of S Anderson in the business district of Topsail Beach.
Can I build a fire on the beach?
No, Open fires on the beach are not allowed. Cooking on the beach
using a charcoal grill or similar device is allowed.
Is riding a horse on the beach allowed?
Beach Access Permits will NOT be available this year in Topsail
Beach due to a Beach Renourishment project set to begin this Fall.
Beach Access Permits are normally sold between October 1st and
January 15th for vehicles and between October 1st and March 30th for
horses each year. Due to the impending project, Commissioners
determined that in the best interest of the project, horses and
vehicles will not be permitted on the beach this year. The Town
fully expects to make Beach Access Permits available next year
during the 2024-2025 season. Horses and their owners possessing
valid town permits are allowed on the beach strand during the period
beginning on October 1st of each year and ending on March 30th of
the next year. Permits are issued by the Topsail Beach Police
Department, 812 S. Anderson Blvd.,Topsail Beach. For more
information, contact the Police Department at 910-328-4851.
Are dogs allowed on the beach?
Yes, dogs are allowed, but all dogs must be on a leash (no longer
than 20ft) when off its own property limits from the period between
May 15 through September 30 of each year. Additionally, all dogs
must be on a leash from April 1 through September 30 of each year in
the area designated as Coastal Barrier Resources System (CBRS) Unit
L07 by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service and as clearly
marked by the Town. The person must always be prepared to remove any
"deposits" left by the dog. These regulations apply to the entire
town including the beach.
Can I get married on the beach?
The Town of Topsail Beach welcomes anyone who would like to have a
beach wedding. There is no charge and no permit is required unless
you plan to use amplification equipment during your event, including
ceremony and reception. Outdoor Entertainment Permits require
approval by the Town Manager and the Chief of Police not less than
one day in advance of the event date. During the tourist season, May
through September, parking will be limited. The wedding party and
guests should be aware that the public's access to the beach cannot
be restricted for the wedding, cars must be parked completely off
all paved streets and walking on or disturbing the dunes is not
allowed. Contact the Topsail Beach Police Department at 910-328-4851
and advise of your event date, location, and contact information in
case of an emergency.
How do I obtain a burn permit?
Burn Permits are required for all outdoor burning. The only
exceptions are: 1. Grill fires for the purpose of cooking food; and
2. Fires in metal drums (e.g., 55-gallon) on construction sites,
provided they are used to warm workers and/or tools and are
completely extinguished before the last worker leaves the site. Burn
Permits are issued by the Fire Department and Police Department.
There is no fee for the permit. For a complete list of Regulations
please see section 12-8 - Burning regulations of the Town Code.
Where in Topsail Beach is paid parking required?
Only in the south-end parking lot on the sound side (next to the
Serenity Point Townhomes at the end of Shore Line Dr and Inlet Dr).
