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California Golf Cart Laws (2026): 1-Mile Rule, 25 MPH Zones and LSVs

California keeps standard golf carts off most public roads. They may only use roads a city or county designates near a golf course, marked crossings, or a city golf cart transportation plan like Palm Desert's, with a licensed driver. Here are the Vehicle Code rules, the LSV alternative and the official links.

Updated Oct 23, 2026 · 19 min read