19th Annual Tybee Turtle Trot 5K Beach Run

Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Location: Tybee Island, GA; 37 Meddin Dr, 31328
Type: RUN

Official registration

At a glance

Run a beautiful 5K on Tybee Island's North Beach and help protect sea turtles and their vital coastal habitat.

Fun
Scenic
Quirky
For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners

Less ideal for: pure PR-chasing on a bare course

Join the 19th Annual Tybee Turtle Trot 5K Beach Run on Tybee Island, Georgia, for a unique opportunity to run along the scenic North Beach. This event is dedicated to supporting the Tybee Sea Turtle Project, with proceeds helping to fund a vital beach utility vehicle for sea turtle response and conservation efforts. Your participation directly aids the protection of sea turtle nests and the educational programs featuring resident sea turtles at the Tybee Island Marine Science Center. It's a wonderful way to connect with nature and contribute to a…

What to expect

Enjoy a 5K run directly on the sand of Tybee Island's North Beach, starting and finishing by the boardwalk.
Receive a runner shirt and a medal to commemorate your participation.
After the race, enjoy water, snacks, and free admission to the Tybee Island Marine Science Center.

Standout details

5K Beach Run on Tybee Island
Supports sea turtle conservation
Includes runner shirt and medal
Free admission to Marine Science Center

Perks & features

Swag Included

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

3.1 Miles
Sat, Apr 25, 9:00 AM EDT · From $40.00
Opens Jan 27, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
3.1 Miles
Sat, Apr 25, 12:00 AM EDT · From $50.00
Opens Feb 1, 2026, 4:57 AM EST · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

The course

Beach / sand
Flat
Timed race

Difficulty

Easygoing

Beach / sand course

5K distance, sandy or beach-style terrain, flat area

Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.

From the organizer

19th Annual Tybee Turtle Trot 5K Beach Run

Early Bird Registration (January 28 - February 28): $35/person

Regular Registration (March 1 - April 23): $45/person

Virtual Registration (March 1 - April 25): $45/person includes shirt and medal

Location: 37 Meddin Dr. Tybee Island, GA 31328 - North Beach at the Tybee Island Marine Science Center - on the beach by the boardwalk next to the science center

When: April 25th 9:00 AM

Details: Your registration supports our resident sea turtles and our Tybee Sea Turtle Project. This year we are raising money for a beach utility vehicle to advance our response for nesting and injured sea turtles!

The Tybee Sea Turtle Project is a conservation project permitted through the Georgia Department of Natural Resources to monitor and protect sea turtles on Tybee Island. The project team locates and protects sea turtle nests on the island. The science center's resident sea turtles serve as Marine Debris Ambassadors during their three year stay. While growing strong and healthy, our current resident sea turtles, Westie and Ossie, educate visitors on the impacts affecting sea turtle populations and our conservation efforts to protect them.

Deadline for a guaranteed runner shirt is April 6th . Become a sea turtle supporter and register for the Turtle Trot today!

Registration includes runner shirt , a medal, and free admission on race day.

Packet Pick Up: 37 Meddin Dr. Tybee Island, GA 31328 - In the Undercroft by the black gate on the left side of the building

Friday, April 24th 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Saturday, April 25th 8:00 AM

Trot Day: 9:00 AM beach run

- The start and finish line is on the beach by the boardwalk next to the science center

- After the race, head to the science center for water/snacks, medals, run times, and free admission to the science center

Learn more at www.tybeemarinescience.org and support our mission in cultivating a responsible stewardship of coastal Georgia's natural resources through education, conservation, and research.

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