Which Tybee Island beach is least crowded?

Tybee Mid Island Beach Mid-Beach stretches from 1st street all the way to 14th. This beach is most used by Tybee locals and families renting vacation homes. It is usually much less crowded than the south or north ends and is an absolutely stunning expanse of shoreline.



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Tybee's North Beach area is the closest beach to Savannah, and is one of the most popular beaches among Savannah locals. The beaches on Tybee's north end have calmer water than most other beaches, though the sand is not as soft as you might find on Tybee's South Beach.

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The Season. The beach can get pretty crowded during the peak summer months, especially during holidays and during festivals. Be sure to take a look at the events happening during the time you plan to visit.

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These places are best for beaches in Tybee Island:
  • Tybee Island Beach.
  • North Beach.
  • Savannah River Beach.
  • Back River Beach.
  • Mid Beach.


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The City of Tybee Island's Ocean Rescue provides seasonal Lifeguard Services between April and September, and we encourage the public to swim in life-guard protected areas.

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Tybee has life guards on duty during the summer season of May 1 through Labor Day, but not at every beach point, and some beach areas are reserved for surfers while others are off-limits to water recreation due to the dangers of surge and rocks in the water - all of these areas can be seen in our beach maps.

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Tybee was extremely important because of its location at the mouth of the Savannah River. In 1736, Oglethorpe had a lighthouse and small fort constructed here to ensure control of river access. Also in 1736, John Wesley, the “Father of Methodism”, said his first prayer on the American continent at Tybee.

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Party. There's plenty to do on Tybee Island after the sun goes down. The island has a few dedicated bars, but most of the after-hours fun can be found at bar restaurants like the Tybee Island Social Club. To hang with locals and enjoy killer pizza and a great selection of bottled beer, head to Huc-a-Poos.

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Tybee Island stretches out over 2 sq miles. With only one-quarter mile designated as clothing optional, more than 2.45 miles of the beach would still be left as clothing-required -- or however you want to term it. In this, we give way for everyone to go to the beach however they choose.

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Mid to North Beach is great for shelling, particularly at low tide. The beach at the Pier is the party hardy beach and tons of fun.

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South Beach, Tybee Island Tybee's South Beach is the island's most popular tourist spot and just 20 minutes from downtown Savannah. The destination is packed with beachy fun, several major motels, bars, cafes and beach shops; while the Tybee Pavilion and Pier is filled with concession stands and public restrooms.

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Famed for its laid-back beaches, a picturesque back river area, and its somewhat turbulent history, there's plenty to do on Tybee Island for beach goers, active travelers, and history buffs alike! Tybee is also one of the closest beaches to Savannah, since it's only a 25-minute drive from the city.

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The waters off Tybee Island host a resident pod of bottlenose dolphins that numbers between 25 and 50. There are also schools of dolphins that make their way up the close at various times of year. You can also learn more about dolphins with a visit to the Tybee Marine Science Center during your Tybee Island vacation.

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This beach is huge, parking is $2.00 per hour 2 hour minimum. There can be sand fleas but I did not get a bite, one friend may have. The water was warm like a bath, clean and clear. Bath house could have had toilets washed, but otherwise it was basically a clean beach bathroom.

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Cocktails on Tybee: it is illegal for a person to drink any alcohol from a can, bottle or glass or to possess alcohol in open cans, bottles or glasses on public streets, parking lots, sidewalks, walkways, or the beach (this includes your cooler even thought you might be pouring it into a plastic cup).

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July is when disease outbreaks most likely to occur in lakes and oceans.

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There is a lower risk for sunburn: Anytime the sun is out, you're at risk for sunburn. That said, the sun's rays do not peak until 10 a.m., so early-morning swims are an excellent way to minimize your chances of getting burned. Remember to wear a broad-spectrum, high-SPF sunscreen, even in the morning.

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The best way to avoid sunburn is to stay off the beach between 10am and 4pm, which is when the sun is at a peak intensity—even if it's cloudy!

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