Please abide by the following rules while in Palmetto Dunes:

  • Fireworks are prohibited.
  • Burning of any kind is prohibited.
  • Parking on the roadway is not permitted. Parking on lawns is not permitted.
  • Towels and/or swimwear are not to be hung on porch railings.
  • Trash bins and trash bags are NOT to be brought roadside. They should remain in the service yard where they will be picked up by waste contractors.
  • Loud music or excessive noise is not tolerated at any time.
  • Motorcycles are not permitted inside the resort. Buses, RV’s, and motorhomes are also not permitted.

For your safety:

  • Automobiles always have the right-of-way. Bicyclists and pedestrians shall both use leisure paths where available. If paths are not available – bicycles are ridden with the traffic; pedestrians face the flow of traffic.
  • If you walk or bike to or from Shelter Cove-please use the leisure trail under the 278 bridge to cross the highway.
  • Do not swim in the lagoon or lakes; alligators may be present.

Bicycles:

  • Bicycle riders must obey all traffic and safety signs. Bicycle riders are not permitted to ride in prohibited areas and must stay on the common pathways or roadways. Where there are no common pathways and
    bicycle riders must ride on the road, they shall ride as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable. Bicycle riding is not permitted on the golf cart paths unless expressly permitted. Bicycle riders may be required to possess a bicycle tag.
  • Electric-assist bicycles (e-bikes) or bicycles with helper motors may be used if having an electric motor of no more than 750 watts, or one horsepower, and a top motor-powered speed of less than twenty miles an hour
  • Other Electric modes of transportation, including but not limited to electric skateboards, scooters, one wheels, hoverboards, Segway’s, or other similar electric powered devices shall not be utilized on ANY common area pathway or roadway within Palmetto Dunes POA.
  • Click here for full bicycle/e-bike rules.

Protect the wildlife and vegetation by:

  • Crossing the dunes only at designated beach access points.
  • Leaving all live creatures (sand dollars, starfish, etc.) on the beach.
  • Not feeding any animals-if fed they become dependent, aggressive and most must be killed.
  • Not using lights on or adjacent to the beach during the evening from May – October so Loggerhead mothers can nest and hatchlings can find their way to the ocean; please do not carry or otherwise help them to the ocean.

For the enjoyment of others:

  • Use only audio devices with headphones outside or in the common areas.
  • Ensure that all individuals do not exceed reasonable noise levels.
  • Pick up after your pets on the beach and common areas.