Grab your flip-flops and sunblock because you will need them to visit Tybee Beach in Georgia where it feels like spring and summer much of the year. The salty breezes of Tybee beckon you to visit nearly five miles of the unspoiled beach that forms Tybee. If you plan to camp or park your recreational vehicle at Tybee, you should plan ahead. The campsites are first-come, first-serve.
Location
Tybee is located 18 miles east of Savannah. There you can expect to see plenty of wildlife, from pelicans and fiddler crabs to Bottlenose dolphins. Great ocean views are plentiful from your campsite, nearby cottage or hotel. If you want to camp out or park your recreational vehicle, there are not many choices on Tybee; however, the camping accommodations that you will find there range from tent spaces to full-service hookups for your RV. There are about 100 RV sites and 18 primitive campsites.
Area Attractions
The campsites on Tybee offer swimming, bath houses, screened pavilions and white coral rock sites for you to enjoy. Nearby you can experience the Tybee Marine Science Center where you can learn about the varied marine life. You might also choose to climb the 154 feet to the top of the Tybee Light Station, the first lighthouse on the South Atlantic Coast. It has guided mariners for more than 270 years. Tybee also has a pier and pavilion located at the south end of the island.
History
Tybee Island is the barrier island on the Georgia Coast that ancient Indians named "salt." Be sure to see some of the historical southern architecture during your visit to Tybee along with the museums and entertainment that will keep you busy from the minute your toes hit the sand. There is plenty of fresh shellfish in Tybee, but many different cuisines are offered in area restaurants.
Nature
If you are a nature lover, Tybee is one of Georgia's jewels. The rare Leatherback sea turtle has called Georgia beaches home for almost two decades. In 2009, officials discovered 995 Loggerhead turtle nests on the barrier islands, which include Tybee. Mark Dodd, senior wildlife biologist said, "At this point, the population does not appear to be declining, and we are hopeful our conservation and management program will result in an increasing population in the near future."
Pet-Friendly
Feel free to bring your furry friends with you to Tybee. The beach and most hotels are pet-friendly, as are some of the local restaurants. The Tybee area is so pet friendly that dog parks complete with water or "bubblers" have been installed to keep your animal hydrated. There are also an array of pet salons and dog bakeries scattered through nearby Savannah.
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