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As one of Florida’s top destinations, Clearwater Beach offers endless possibilities for excitement and fun, and there’s no better way of exploring this beautiful coastal city than on one of our golf carts.
Golf carts are a fun and convenient way of exploring the city’s many family-friendly attractions, and to make sure your family stays safe during the trip, we’ve written this Clearwater Beach golf cart safety tips for families.
At Beach Ride Rental, we want to make your visit to Clearwater both memorable and safe, which is why all of our street-legal golf carts are equipped with all necessary safety precautions. Are you ready to start planning your next Clearwater Beach adventure? Book your golf cart today!
As a general rule, you should follow these three tips:
Children should remain seated at all times and not travel on anyone’s lap.
All passengers should fasten their seatbelts.
Passengers shouldn’t exceed the number of available seats on the golf cart.
Drive only on roads with a speed limit of 35 mph or lower.
For more detailed information, you should check out our Clearwater Beach Golf Cart Safety Tips guide.
Do Kids Need a Carseat in a Golf Cart?
While Pinellas County doesn’t outright require children to ride on car seats, at Beach Ride Rental, we highly encourage you to use them. In fact, we have child seats available upon request.
Golf carts don’t have any barriers to separate your children from the street, and while they’re perfectly safe as long as everyone stays seated, the excitement of a new vehicle can be too much for some children.
Child seats can make the trip safer for everyone by helping your child stay in their seat, allowing you and your family to take in the sights without a worry.
At Beach Ride Rental, we’re happy to provide child seats. Just let us know you need one while you’re booking your golf cart and we’ll save one for you!
Helmets are not required by law in Pinellas County, nor do we require them at Beach Ride Rental. However, you should consider them if your child is excitable and may want to jump in and out of the golf cart while it’s parked.
If you opt for helmets for your children, consider also taking them to places where helmets are needed. That way, you’ll be able to get the most use out of them! Not sure where to go? Here’s a guide that might help you!
Supervising Children During the Ride
Keeping your children supervised the entire time is one of the basic Clearwater Beach golf cart safety tips for families. Our street-legal golf carts come with all the necessary accessories to make your trip safe, but they don’t have doors.
To guarantee your children’s safety, follow these tips:
Stay Engaged
Throughout your travels, make sure to closely monitor your children. Ensure they remain seated and strapped. When driving, it’s best for a designated adult or teen to keep an eye on the children at all times.
Establish Clear Rules
Make sure your children understand the rules before you start driving. Instruct all passengers to remain seated, keep their limbs within the cart, and to avoid moving around.
Our street-legal golf carts are perfectly safe and roomy, but they’re still smaller than a car, so you need to keep that in mind.
Golf carts in Clearwater Beach are only allowed to travel on certain low-speed roads, so it’s pretty safe overall. However, you still want to be extra cautious when driving around, particularly in places with a lot of foot traffic.
Always drive defensively and follow all traffic signals to stay on the safe side. Remember that, while fun, golf carts are still vehicles.
Even though golf carts are pretty fun on their own, it’s always best to keep children occupied so they don’t become restless. Here are some suggestions:
Organize a scavenger hunt: Before you go on your journey, make a list of things you want to spot, like seashells, seagulls, dogs and the like. Clearwater Beach even has its very own scavenger hunt named the Dolphin Trail.
Keep everyone hydrated: Our golf carts are roomy enough to carry around an ice box, so don’t hesitate to pack snacks and drinks to keep everyone hydrated between stops.
Plan your stops: Clearwater Beach is full of attractions for the entire family. Plan your stops before starting your day to make sure you make the most out of the time you have.
The best way to make golf carts safe for kids is to keep them entertained so they don’t feel the need to move around the vehicle.
Book Your Cart Today!
Family golf cart safety in Clearwater Beach is a breeze if you follow these tips, and if you want to make the experience even easier, make sure to book a golf cart with us, Beach Ride Rental!
All of our vehicles, from the compact 4-seater to the roomy 8-seater, come equipped with all necessary safety equipment, and you can even borrow one of our child seats if you let us know in advance.
Preparation is key to having a memorable trip with children, so pre-book your golf cart today and start planning!
FAQs
What safety features should I look for in a family-friendly golf cart?
Safety elements like seatbelts, headlights, taillights, and turn signals are crucial for a family-friendly golf cart. In order for golf carts to be legally driven on Clearwater Beach streets, these components must be present.
What is the speed limit for golf carts in Clearwater Beach?
In Clearwater Beach, golf carts are allowed on roads with a speed limit of 35 mph or lower, while the general speed limit for golf carts is around 20-25 mph. Make sure you’re in compliance by checking local legislation and signs.
Is it legal to drive a golf cart at night with children on board?
You can legally drive a golf cart in Clearwater Beach at night as long as it has working headlights, taillights, and turn signals and meets all other illumination requirements. With that being said, we can’t emphasize enough how useful car seats can be for younger children.
What is the minimum age for children to ride in a golf cart?
Anyone may ride in a golf cart, regardless of age, but everyone must sit down the whole time. For extra protection, make sure that infants and toddlers are buckled into car seats or other safety restraints.
Can I request a larger golf cart for a family of six or more?
Absolutely! At Beach Ride Rental, we have golf acts that can comfortably accommodate larger families, including 6-seater and 8-seater options. For eco-conscious travelers, we even have electric golf carts with 6 seats.
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