Sugar Shack Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Sugar Shack Surf Guide
Around the north side of Tybee island is a sand point setup that works well on more solid ENE/NE windswells. Go to the big anchor and turn off the street, left. Follow it around to the Sugar Shack restaurant and follow the walkway to the beach. Mid to high tide works best.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Beginner to advanced
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Mellow.
Crowd Factor
Mellow
Shouldn't be a problem.
Spot Rating
Poor
Can offer a fun little wave on its day, but overall not a surf destination.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Hard NE and SW winds can produce strong currents, but generally pretty mellow.
Water Quality
Clean
Some runoff after heavy rains but pretty good typically
Hazards
Strong currents and miscellaneous sea creatures.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, SUP
Access
Easy access, though parking may be a problem in the summer months. Bring change for meters.
Bottom
sand
Best Season
Late summer, early fall, early spring
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