Georgia · Georgia Coast
FLOUNDER FISHING
IN TYBEE ISLAND
Tybee Island is a solid destination for flounder fishing, with good fishing in April, May, June, July. Book a charter and target flounder with local experts.
About Flounder Fishing in Tybee Island
A prized flatfish found along sandy bottoms and structure. Excellent table fare and fun to catch on light tackle.
Flounder are unique flatfish that lie camouflaged on sandy or muddy bottoms, ambushing prey from below. Gulf flounder and Southern flounder are the primary species in southern waters, while Summer Flounder (fluke) dominates from the Carolinas northward. Both eyes migrate to the top (left) side as juveniles, creating their distinctive flat profile. The "eyed" side is brown-green with irregular spots and blotches that change to match the surrounding bottom — a remarkable camouflage ability.
Scientific name: Paralichthys albiguttata
Flounder Seasonal Calendar — Tybee Island
Month-by-month availability for flounder in Tybee Island, GA.
How to Catch Flounder in Tybee Island
Techniques & Bait
Drifting live bull minnows (finger mullet or mud minnows) on a Carolina rig or knocker rig along sandy channel edges and drop-offs is the most productive method. Bounce a 1/4-3/8 oz jighead with a live minnow or Gulp! swimming mullet along the bottom near structure transitions (sand to mud, channel edges). "Flounder gigging" at night with underwater lights is popular in shallow bays. In passes and inlets, fishing the outgoing tide with live bait near the bottom produces the largest fish.
Recommended Tackle
Medium-light spinning rod (7 ft), 2500 reel, 10-15 lb braid, 20 lb fluorocarbon leader, 1/4-1/2 oz jig heads or Carolina rig with 1/0-3/0 wide-gap hooks. Patience is key — flounder often mouth the bait before committing, so wait for the second thump before setting the hook.
Best Inshore Fishing Spots in Tybee Island
Top spots where local captains target flounder and other inshore species.
Lazaretto Creek
Lazaretto Creek separates Tybee Island from the mainland marsh system, creating a productive tidal waterway where redfish, flounder, sheepshead, and speckled trout hold along the dock pilings, oyster beds, and creek bends. The creek's strong tidal flow concentrates baitfish on moving tides, drawing gamefish from the surrounding marsh. The Lazaretto Creek boat ramp is the primary launch point for Tybee Island fishing, and anglers often catch quality fish before leaving the creek itself.
Tybee Creek
Tybee Creek runs along the south side of Tybee Island, winding through pristine spartina marsh where redfish, flounder, and trout feed on the abundant shrimp and crab populations. The creek's oyster shell banks and undercut marsh edges provide prime ambush structure for redfish cruising the shallows on rising tides. Low-tide sight-fishing for tailing redfish on the exposed mud flats along Tybee Creek is a quintessential Georgia Lowcountry inshore experience.
Bull River
The Bull River flows between Tybee Island and Wilmington Island through a wide tidal channel lined with spartina marsh and oyster beds that hold redfish, flounder, sheepshead, and black drum. The river's width and depth allow it to be fished from the bank, by kayak, or from larger boats, making it one of the most accessible inshore fishing spots near Tybee Island. Winter sheepshead fishing around the Bull River's dock pilings and bridge structure produces impressive catches.
Little Tybee Island Creeks
Little Tybee Island is an undeveloped barrier island south of Tybee accessible only by boat, and its network of tidal creeks and marsh flats provide pristine inshore habitat for redfish, speckled trout, and flounder. The island's lack of development ensures minimal fishing pressure and healthy populations of gamefish feeding on the rich marsh ecosystem. Kayak anglers paddle from Tybee across the creek to explore Little Tybee's secluded creeks for a wilderness fishing experience.
Other Species in Tybee Island
More fish you can target while visiting Tybee Island.
Flounder Fishing in Tybee Island — FAQ
Flounder fishing in Tybee Island is productive during April, May, June, July, August, September, October.
Flounder fishing charters in Tybee Island are typically inshore trips. Prices vary by trip duration and group size. Most charters include all gear, bait, licenses, and fish cleaning.
Drifting live bull minnows (finger mullet or mud minnows) on a Carolina rig or knocker rig along sandy channel edges and drop-offs is the most productive method. Bounce a 1/4-3/8 oz jighead with a live minnow or Gulp! swimming mullet along the bottom near structure transitions (sand to mud, channel edges). "Flounder gigging" at night with underwater lights is popular in shallow bays. In passes and inlets, fishing the outgoing tide with live bait near the bottom produces the largest fish.
No — when you book a charter in Tybee Island, your captain provides all required Georgia fishing licenses as part of the trip.
Flounder regulations in Georgia include minimum size limits and bag limits that vary by season. Your captain will know the current regulations and ensure compliance.
While targeting Flounder in Tybee Island, you may also catch Redfish, Sheepshead, Cobia, Black Drum, King Mackerel. Many charter trips target multiple species for the best action.
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