In Cedar Key life moves at a delightfully unhurried pace. Spanning just over two square miles, our historic fishing village is best explored not from behind the windshield of a car, but from the open air of a golf cart.
Whether you are cruising downtown and Dock Street, heading to the Cedar Key State Museum, or hunting for local art, renting a golf cart is the quintessential way to experience Cedar Key.
Why Rent a Golf Cart in Cedar Key?
Stress-Free Parking: Standard parking spaces near popular spots and narrow historic side streets can fill up fast. Golf carts fit seamlessly in compact spots across the island. Visitor Tip: Look for spots on 2nd St. that are marked golf cart only. This leaves regular parking for cars and trucks.
Open-Air Coastal Views: Drive slowly past historic 19th-century buildings & cottages, coastal bayous, and salt marshes with front-row views of local birdlife and Gulf sunsets. This makes it easier to pull over, pull out your binoculars and take a look at wildlife!
Fly-In Convenience: Pilots landing at Cedar Key Airport (KCDK)—home to the shortest paved public runway in Florida—frequently rely on golf carts delivered right to the tarmac for ground transport. You can also drive a golf cart over and watch the planes come in and take off.
Golf Cart Rental Outfitters in Cedar Key
Here are the local outfitters providing daily, weekend, and multi-day golf cart rentals on the island:
Pirates Cove carts can be driven on SR 24.
1. Pirate’s Cove Cottages
Located along the main entry corridor into town, Pirate’s Cove Cottages offers street-legal cart rentals convenient for guests staying along State Road 24 as well as day visitors entering the island. (You’ll want to reserve one of these if you plan on going out to the Low Key Tiki Bar or doing any driving along SR 24.)
Address: 12633 SR 24, Cedar Key, FL 32625
Phone: (352) 543-5141
Highlights: On-site rentals for lodging guests and day visitors along State Road 24.
Golf Kart Co. is located across from City Park.
2. Gulf Kart Company
Located directly across from City Park and the public beach area, Gulf Kart Company specializes in eco-friendly, solar-powered golf carts. It is an ideal starting point if you want to pick up your cart near the park.
Address: 8030 A St, Cedar Key, FL 32625
Phone: (352) 543-5090
Highlights: Solar-powered options, steps from City Park & beach access.
Cedar Key Adventures is at the corner of SR 24 & 1st St.
3. Cedar Key Adventures
Situated centrally on 1st Street, Cedar Key Adventures offers 4-seater golf carts along with detailed island maps and island-wide delivery options—including airport drop-offs for arriving aviators.
Address: 609 1st St, Cedar Key, FL 32625
Phone: (727) 410-2112
Highlights: 4-passenger models, airport pickup coordination, central island location.
Visitor Tip: Many vacation rentals across Cedar Key also include a complimentary or discounted golf cart with your stay. Ask your host prior to booking!
Important Rules & Driving Guidelines
Before taking to the streets, keep these essential local driving regulations in mind:
Requirement / Rule | Details |
State Road 24 Restrictions | Only low-speed vehicles (LSVs) and golf carts equipped with a valid, legal license plate are permitted to drive on SR 24. Standard, non-registered golf carts must stay on local city streets. |
Driver Requirements | Most rental operators require drivers to be 25 years or older with a valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance. |
Traffic Regulations | Golf carts are treated as motor vehicles on public roads and must obey all stop signs, one-way markers, and speed limits. |
Festival Season Bookings | Demand spikes during major events like the Cedar Key Seafood Festival (October) and the Spring Arts Festival (April). Book several weeks in advance for holiday weekends or festival dates. |
Golf Cart Etiquette & Local Driving Rules
To keep Cedar Key safe, friendly, and enjoyable for everyone, drivers are expected to practice proper island golf cart etiquette. Because golf carts move at a gentler pace than standard automobiles, always be mindful of traffic behind you—if a car or faster vehicle builds up behind your cart, safely pull off to the side of the road or into a pull-out area to let them pass. Additionally, remember that golf carts are legally treated as motor vehicles under Florida law. Standard motor vehicle laws apply strictly: open containers of alcohol are prohibited on golf carts for both drivers and passengers, and driving under the influence carries the exact same legal consequences as driving a full-sized car. Drive safely, share the road, and enjoy the slow-paced island rhythm! Read more on the I Love Cedar Key FAQ page.
Share Your Cedar Key Golf Cart Tips
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