Where greater amberjack are off Savannah
Greater amberjack fishing out of Savannah centers on structure, from Georgia offshore artificial reefs a few nautical miles off the beach to the Savannah Snapper Banks, about 30 miles out from the mouth of Wassaw Sound. Tybee Island and Wassaw Sound are the reference points for every run below. Launch and inlet details are in the Savannah port guide. For the wider coast, see the greater amberjack fishing in the Atlantic Southeast and the Atlantic Southeast offshore fishing guide.
When to look
Amberjack timing off Savannah doesn’t follow a fixed calendar date. Plan around the grounds and the run you can make, and use the greater amberjack species guide for the general seasonal and biological picture.
Grounds and structure that hold amberjack
The four Georgia offshore artificial reefs (BSF, SAV, DUA and KC) sit closest to the beach, and the farther marks follow in order of distance. For the wider regional picture, see the reef fish guides for the region.
| Spot | Depth (ft) | Distance and reference point |
|---|---|---|
| BSF (Georgia offshore artificial reef) | 29 | 4 nautical miles east of Little Tybee Island |
| SAV (Georgia offshore artificial reef) | 40 | 6 nautical miles southeast of Tybee Island |
| DUA (Georgia offshore artificial reef) | 45 | 7 nautical miles east of Ossabaw Island |
| KC (Georgia offshore artificial reef) | 50 | 9 nautical miles east of Wassaw Island |
| J-Buoy | 16 miles east of Tybee Island | |
| Savannah Snapper Banks | 100 | About 30 miles out from the mouth of Wassaw Sound |
| North Hole | About 60 miles east of Savannah | |
| R-6 Tower |
The Chart Contours layer in Breakpoint shows depth around the reefs. Chart layers are not for navigation.
Nearshore artificial reefs
Work the reefs from BSF out to KC. BSF holds 29 ft off Little Tybee Island, SAV sits in 40 ft southeast of Tybee Island, and DUA is in 45 ft off Ossabaw Island. KC is the deepest of the four at 50 ft, off Wassaw Island. Each is a short run from the inlets.
Savannah Snapper Banks
The Snapper Banks lie in 100 ft, about 30 miles out from the mouth of Wassaw Sound. Local boats make this their main run for amberjack.
Farther out: J-Buoy, North Hole, R-6 Tower, Gulf Stream
- J-Buoy: 16 miles east of Tybee Island.
- North Hole: about 60 miles east of Savannah.
- R-6 Tower: a known offshore structure.
- Gulf Stream: the outer step, where Miss Judy lists amberjack trips.
How amberjack are fished from this port
Local amberjack fishing comes down to matching structure to the run your boat and your day allow.
Picking structure by depth and run
Choose by depth and distance: 29 to 50 ft within 9 nautical miles, or 100 ft at about 30 miles. Check the official marine forecast for wind, wave height and period before the run.
Snapper Banks and Gulf Stream days
Local charters fish amberjack on Snapper Banks and Gulf Stream trips. General tactics are in the species guide.
Who fishes for them out of Savannah
Two operators list greater amberjack out of this port.
Miss Judy Charters
Miss Judy Charters out of Savannah lists greater amberjack, including on Gulf Stream trips.
Tybee Island Charters
Tybee Island Charters lists greater amberjack. Its 21 ft Carolina Skiff is named the Flounder.
FAQ about greater amberjack fishing out of Savannah
How far is the Savannah Snapper Banks?
About 30 miles out from the mouth of Wassaw Sound.
How deep is the Savannah Snapper Banks?
100 ft. The nearshore Georgia offshore artificial reefs are shallower, at 29 to 50 ft.
Which nearshore Georgia reef is deepest?
KC, at 50 ft, 9 nautical miles east of Wassaw Island.
Where is the J-Buoy?
16 miles east of Tybee Island.
Do Savannah charters target amberjack in the Gulf Stream?
Yes. Miss Judy Charters lists amberjack on Gulf Stream trips.
Where are the rules for amberjack off Savannah?
Check the Georgia regulations page linked above before fishing.
