Tybee Island Parks & Recreation Areas

parks
If you think Tybee is just a beach, think again! We have parks, playgrounds and ball courts for all ages.


Memorial Park
(4.5 acres) Located between the Library at 405 Butler and the Gym at 202 5th St., within walking distance of the beach.

  • Two lighted outdoor tennis courts
  • Two lighted outdoor beach volleyball courts
  • Lighted basketball court
  • Children’s playground equipment
  • Restroom facilities
  • Covered lighted pavilion – accommodates up to 150 people
  • Grilling and picnic area
  • Cemetery

Jaycee Park
(8.5 acres) Located at the intersection of Campbell Rd. on Van Horne, within walking distance of the beach.

  • Lighted soccer field
  • Lighted softball field
  • Concession stand with restroom facilities
  • Scenic meandering waterway
  • ½ mile jogging track
  • Gazebo
  • New children’s play equipment
  • Outdoor basketball court
  • Grilling and picnic area

Park of 7 Flags
This small passive park with beach seats and a fountain and beach is located on Butler Ave. at the west end of Tybrisa.


Sally Pearce Nature Trail
This short trail is located on the south side of US-80 at Fifth Avenue.


Blue Heron Nature Trail
Located off the north side of US-80 opposite Lewis Ave., this trail is almost directly across US-80 from the Sally Pearce Nature Trail.


North Beach Birding Trail
Walk west from the Tybee Island Lighthouse down North Beach into the Bird Sanctuary. Access the beach through the North Beach Parking Area, located behind Fort Screven on Meddin Dr.
Upcoming Events
  • Tybee Irish Heritage Parade
    13 Mar 2010
  • Third Thursdays on Tybee
    18 Mar 2010
  • JCB Coast to Coast Charity Run
    26 Mar 2010
  • Third Thursdays on Tybee
    15 Apr 2010

Complete Events List

Coming Soon to Theaters!
Watch Trailer for The Last Song Movie
"The Last Song" is based on the novel by Nicholas Sparks and was filmed on Tybee during the Summer of 2009. It will be released in theaters in the U.S. on March 31, 2010. Click on image above to watch a trailer for the upcoming film and to learn more about it.

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