Local Accommodations Beach rules
Fishing
These Beach Rules are meant to keep Tybee’s beach a safe and You need a fishing license to fish on pleasant place and are strictly enforced. Tybee. You can obtain a license online at www.georgiawildlife.com/node/654 • STAY OUT OF THE DUNES or in person at CHU’S CONVENIENCE • SURFING AND FISHING ONLY ALLOWED IN MART (Campbell) 725 FIRST STREET ~ (912) 786-5904. DESIGNATED AREAS • • • •
SWIM WITHIN 50 YARDS OF SHORELINE OBEY THE LIFEGUARDS STAY OFF ROCKS / JETTIES / LIFEGUARD STANDS LITTER MUST BE CONTAINED – CIGARETTE BUTTS ARE LITTER
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GLASS UNAUTHORIZED MOTORIZED VEHICLES PETS DISORDERLY CONDUCT FIRES OVERNIGHT SLEEPING / CAMPING KEGS NUDITY REMOVAL OF LIVE MARINE LIFE
PROHIBITED
ATM’S on Tybee
First Chatham (parking lot at Chu’s & Campbell) - $2.75 Suntrust Bank (next to XYZ liquor) - $2.95 Chu’s (Park of 7 Flags) - $2 The Pier - $3 • The Quarter Bar - $3 Tybee Time - $2.50 Chu’s - Hwy 80 & Campbell - $2 Chu’s - Hwy 80 & Jones - $2 The Savannah Bank - $3 Ocean Plaza - $3 • Spanky’s - $3 Rockhouse - $3 • Shell Station - $3
We Deliver on Tybee
Burton’s by the Beach (until 3am) – 912-786-9655 How do I reserve Lighthouse Pizza (after 5pm) – 912-786-9874 City-owned facilities? Pizza on Wheels – 912- 786-5870 Reservations can be made by contacting the facilities The Rock House – 912-786-7176 coordinator at City Hall at 912-786-4573, ext 127.
Rules Strictly Enforced. Max fine $1,000
Can I reserve a spot on the beach?
How to get
Reservations are not required for groups on the beach, around on Tybee although you may be subject to availability of space on your Crab Cab – 912-786-2722 arrival. The City may issue permits for special events, such Island Hoppers – 912-656-0805 as weddings, company picnics, or other events; however, Pirate Pedicab – 912-346-2335 be aware that the primary purpose of the beach is for public Tybee Island use, and a permit for your event may not be possible. Call the facilities coordinator at City Hall 912-786-4573, ext. 5045 - to Information Hut discuss your event details. Look for the information hut located in the south beach parking lot in downtown Tybee. Also look for locals wearing these hats that will be walking around downtown Tybee who have a wealth of information and knowledge to share about Tybee Island.
cocktailS on Tybee
You may now buy alcohol on Sundays here. 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 though you might be pouring it into a plastic cup). Tybee City law allows possession and consumption of alcohol on the street of one alcoholic beverage in an open plastic container of not more than 16 ounces; no glass or breakable containers are allowed. Drink responsibility. Do not drink and drive (anything with a motor on it) or you will get a DUI. If you become intoxicated in public (or on a bike) you could be charged. 14 Destination Tybee
Accommodations on Tybee Island include hotels, vacation rental homes and condos, bed and breakfasts, cottages and a campground all which are located within walking distance to the beach.
River’s End Campground is just 1.5 short blocks from the beach. They have over 100 sites that offer services ranging from full hook-up capacity with water and sewer and free cable, to water and electric service only, as well as primitive tent camping sites. Some, but not all waterelectric sites also have free cable. They also have cabins that sleep up to six people. They offer a free Internet room during office hours and free Wi-Fi for those who enjoy net surfing from their RV or picnic table. The campground offers a swimming pool, air conditioned bath houses, coin operated laundry, limited groceries & RV parts store, small game room, and screened pavilion. Don’t forget the sunscreen. The
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The courteous staff at Tybee Island Rentals is proficient in helping you make the right decision about your beach holiday, offering the most attractive accommodations at the most affordable rates on the Golden Isles.
www.TybeeIslandRentals.com
800.476.0807 • 912.786.4034 204 1st Street • Tybee Island, GA 31328 Your guide to tybee island 15