Turner Creek Fishing Pier | Savannah GA

Turner Creek Boat Ramp and Fishing Pier is a public waterfront access point on Wilmington Island near Savannah, Georgia. Located off Johnny Mercer Boulevard, it gives anglers access to the tidal waters of Turner Creek and provides a place to launch a boat for exploring the surrounding marshes and waterways.

This location is worth knowing about if you fish the Savannah area from shore or use a small boat to explore the nearby creeks. Because the fishing access and boat launch share the same waterfront area, visitors should be prepared to give boaters room to launch and dock safely.

Fishing Pier Information

Location: Turner Creek Boat Ramp and Fishing Pier, Wilmington Island,

Savannah, Georgia

Address: 98 Johnny Mercer Boulevard, Savannah, GA 31410

Waterway: Turner Creek

Fishing Access: Public fishing access at the ramp and pier area

Boat Ramp: Public boat ramp

Parking: Parking lot listed by Chatham County

Restrooms: Listed in Chatham County’s facility information for the Turner

Creek boat ramp.

Pavilion: Listed among the county’s amenities.

Hours and Fees: Check posted signs and current county information before visiting.

Chatham County lists Turner Creek Boat Ramp among its public launch facilities. The location is also identified in local fishing-access information as a place for fishing. Confirm the current condition and permitted use of the fishing structure before making a special trip.

What Can You Catch?

Turner Creek connects with the tidal waterways around Wilmington Island and the Savannah coast. Depending on the season, tide, and water conditions, anglers in the surrounding area may encounter:

• Red drum (redfish)

• Spotted seatrout

• Flounder

• Black drum

• Sheepshead

These are possible catches in the surrounding waters, not guaranteed catches at the pier.

Fishing Tips for Turner Creek

Plan around the tide. Moving water can carry bait through creek channels and along marsh edges. Check the tide chart before deciding when to fish.

Try natural bait. Shrimp and cut bait are practical options for bottom fishing. Adjust your sinker weight to match the current.

Watch for bait activity. Look for baitfish or feeding activity near channel edges before choosing where to cast.

Keep your gear organized. A compact tackle setup makes it easier to fish without blocking access for other visitors.

Always check current Georgia saltwater fishing regulations, including license requirements, size limits, seasons, and possession limits.

Share the Ramp and Dock

Turner Creek is used by boaters as well as anglers. Keep fishing rods, tackle, and lines clear of the boat-launch area.

If a boat approaches a shared dock, reel in your line and move your rods out of the way so the operator can maneuver and tie up safely. Never block the ramp or cast across a boat’s path.

Explore More With 912 Coastal

Turner Creek is another public access point to add to your Savannah-area fishing list.

Visit our Fishing 101 hub for practical inshore fishing advice and Boat Ramp 101 for more public launch locations along the Georgia coast.

You can also explore our guides to Lazaretto Creek Fishing Pier and Frank W. Spencer Park Fishing Pier for more places to fish around Savannah.

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