Ol Jeez Water Report

Tides

Tybee Island, the Savannah River, and Hilton Head. Data from NOAA Tides & Currents.

Monday, June 15

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Tybee Island

Fort Pulaski gauge — 18 miles east of Savannah

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Best swimming at mid to high tide. Low tide exposes sandflats great for shelling.

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Savannah River gauge — downtown waterfront

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River Street and Factor's Walk are most scenic at high tide. Watch for boat wakes.

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Calibogue Sound — south end of Hilton Head Island

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Coligny Beach is best at high tide. Low tide exposes extensive sandbars.

Ol Jeez Beach Intel

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Low tide on Tybee exposes sandbars full of shells, sand dollars, and ghost crabs. Go early morning.

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Mid to high tide at Tybee. Avoid the last two hours of outgoing tide — currents get strong near the pier.

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Outgoing tide is best for fishing in the marshes and tidal creeks around Tybee and Wassaw Sound.

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Be aware of the dramatic tidal range — up to 9 feet. Time your return to avoid running aground in tidal creeks.

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Low tide exposes mudflats on the backside of Tybee that attract shorebirds, egrets, and oystercatchers.

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Tybee Beach faces east — perfect for sunrise. High tide at sunrise is the ideal combination for photos.

Tide data provided by NOAA Tides & Currents. Data is for planning purposes. Always check local conditions before entering the water.