Our ocean lakes rentals are pet friendly! However, we unfortunately cannot allow Rottweilers, Pitbulls, Cats, or exotic animals to the park policies.

In order to be fair to all of our guests, a pet fee is required for all dogs regardless of size and how well they are trained. 

Ocean Lakes has the following policies for all dogs in the park:

• Dogs cannot be left unattended outdoors.
• Pets are required to be on a leash at all times.
• Leashes are not allowed to exceed 6 feet in length.
• Pet owners who do not pick dog waste are subject to a $100 fine. 
• Doggie bags are made available throughout the campground. (Refer to the park map for location.)
• Dogs must be secured on golf carts.
• Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, dangerous, destructive, or exotic pets are not allowed.
• Please check with the recreation office for policies related to having dogs on the beach.
• No loud barking or unruly behavior by dogs is allowed.

There is a $100 fine for guests who do not clean up after their dogs.

There are a few other local ordinances to be aware of:

• Horry County Ordinance states it is illegal to feed migratory and domestic waterfowl (geese, swans, ducks, cormorants, etc.) unless you are on a Wildlife Management Area (WMA) Property. The purpose is to prevent attracting migratory and domestic waterfowl to or near residential areas.
• Animal cruelty, harassment, molestation, torture, or injury will not be tolerated. This extends to all wildlife, including waterfowl, nests, and eggs. Do not catch, take, or sell wildlife. Our fish are “catch and release,” do not kill. SC DNR will be contacted at our discretion based on the circumstances.

Park Policies: PDF | v. 12.11.24

Pet Beach Laws

Please note Horry County’s pet policies and Beach Ordinances.

• Please be aware that in Horry County, pets are not allowed on the beach from 10 AM – 5 PM, May 1 – Labor Day. (This includes the beach in front of Ocean Lakes.)
• Surfside Beach does not allow pets on the beach at any time from May 15 – September 15. Be aware that Surfside will fine dog owners $500 per dog during this time.
• Pets must be on a 7-foot leash at all times on the beach, in control, and pet waste picked up.

Annual Pet Celebration Day

July 4th &  Halloweekends
Proceeds to benefit local charities for animals in need.

Ocean Lakes feels pets deserve their special day too! In honor of all pets, we’ve decided to have a Pet Celebration Day. We will have two contests, anything goes and a patriotic pet contest, along with special pet vendors and pet adoptions.

Contest prizes include free nights of camping, attraction tickets, and other great stuff. All contests are $5 each to enter and all proceeds go to benefit local charities for animals in need.

Please note: Crowd-friendly pets are welcome. All pet policies apply.
Pets are welcome in the Recreation Building for the Pet Celebration.

Please sign up in advance at the Recreation Office for the contest.
“Patriotic Pet Parade” – Dress your pet in 4th of July style or just dress them up in any style!

-Source: Ocean Lakes Family Campground

Dog Park Information and Policies

Ocean Lakes has an amazing, 1-acre dog park can be found on the park map

This area has a shady area for dogs to be of their leash to enjoy the outdoors!

Next to the dog park is a wash station for animals as well!

Please adhere to the following policies in the dog park

• Please keep your dog in view at all times

• Please keep dog and people treats out of the park area to avoid any canine arguments :)
  • Dogs are required to have a color and tags
  • If your dog is exhibiting aggressive behavior please calmly remove them from the park. We all have bad days, so try again tomorrow.
  • For their health, all dogs must be at least 3 months old to be in the park. Please make sure all shots are up to date.
• For safety of all, children MUST be accompanied by an adult at all times.
  • This playground and equipment are just for doggies, please explain this to your little ones.
  • Heads up! Just as some humans find dogs intimidating, some kiddos can be a little scary to our
  fur babies because they stand at eye level to the pup.
  • Please pick up the doggie doo immediately, we all hate cleaning our shoes!
  • Play Time – In-Season (April 1-October 1): 7 AM-8 PM
  Off-Season (October 2-March 31): 8 AM-5 PM
  (Wash N Wag closed Dec. 1-Feb. 28)
  • The homeowner and Ocean Lakes are not responsible for the actions of dogs or owners within the dog park.

If you need help, call Security at the Main Gate: 843.828.4847.

Ocean Lakes reserves the right to modify these policies as needed for the safety of all.