Tybee Back River Fishing Pier | Fisherman’s Walk GA

Tybee Back River Fishing Pier | Tybee Island, Georgia

Tybee Back River Fishing Pier, also known as Fisherman’s Walk, is a public fishing destination on the quieter western side of Tybee Island, Georgia.

The pier overlooks Back River, with views across the water toward Little Tybee Island and the surrounding coastal marshes.

Unlike the busy oceanfront fishing pier near Tybee’s South Beach, this location offers a more laid-back setting for anglers who enjoy tidal creek and river fishing. It is a good option for a fishing trip focused on the scenery, moving tides, and the chance to catch inshore saltwater species.

Fishing Pier Information

Location: Fisherman’s Walk, Tybee Island, Georgia

Address: 10 Fishermans Walk, Tybee Island, GA 31328

Waterway: Back River, near the entrance to Tybee Creek

Fishing Access: Public fishing pier

Parking: Limited public parking nearby; check posted parking

requirements.

Restrooms: Public restrooms are reported near Back River Beach.

Boat Ramp: A public boat launch is located nearby, around Alley Way 3.

Accessibility: Georgia DNR lists this pier as an accessible fishing location, including accessible fishing features.

Fees: Fishing from Tybee’s public piers is generally free, but parking fees may apply.

Check current signs and local information before visiting, particularly for parking rules and facility access.

What Can You Catch?

Back River connects with the tidal waters around Tybee Creek and Little Tybee Island. Depending on the season and conditions, anglers may encounter:

• Red drum

• Spotted seatrout

• Flounder

• Black drum

• Whiting

• Stingrays and other coastal species

These are potential catches reported for the surrounding Tybee waters, not guaranteed catches from the pier.

Fishing Tips for Back River

Check the tide before heading out. Current and water depth change considerably throughout the tidal cycle. Pay attention to the current around the creek entrance.

Try shrimp or cut bait. Natural baits are practical starting points for bottom fishing. Adjust your weight to keep the bait in position without using more weight than necessary.

Look for moving water. Areas where current carries bait past marsh edges and channels can be worth trying.

Bring sun protection and water. Shade may be limited on the pier, especially during the warmer months.

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

Respect Other Visitors

Back River is popular with anglers, beach visitors, and people launching kayaks or other small watercraft. Keep fishing gear organized, avoid blocking access paths, and give other visitors room to move safely.

If you use the nearby boat launch, keep your lines clear of the launch area and retrieve them when watercraft need room to maneuver.

Explore More With 912 Coastal

Tybee Island has several public fishing destinations, each offering a different experience.

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

You can also explore our guides to Lazaretto Creek Fishing Pier and Tybee Island Fishing Pier to compare the island’s creekside and oceanfront fishing options.

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