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Coastal low-tide windows & tidepooling advisory

Coastal low-tide windows & tidepooling advisory

Key Questions

Where are extreme super low tides occurring for tidepooling?

Extreme super lows are reported at Pillar Point, Half Moon Bay, Pacifica, San Francisco, Pescadero, Natural Bridges, Point Reyes Limantour, and Tennessee Valley shipwreck. A super low tide is specifically noted at Pillar Point Harbor on June 26 at 3:42 AM.

What is the high tide flooding risk this month?

High tide flooding risk is noted for June 14 and 29, including a record high tide this weekend at 10:20pm with a coastal flood advisory in effect. New resources include a 'Diving Deeper' video and Half Moon Bay tide chart.

When are king tides expected in Corte Madera?

King tides are expected July 11–14 in Corte Madera with predicted highs up to 7.2 feet, potentially higher due to El Niño or wind. Monitor local coastal flood advisories during this period.

Extreme super lows at Pillar Point/HMB/Pacifica/SF/Pescadero/Natural Bridges/Point Reyes Limantour/Tennessee Valley shipwreck. New video 'Diving Deeper', truck-bed tidepooling guide, Half Moon Bay tide chart, 12 California tide pool spots listicle. King tides expected July 11–14 in Corte Madera (up to 7.2 ft, possibly higher with El Niño/wind) – monitor for coastal flood advisories. New detailed guide to Natural Bridges State Beach (sea arch, monarch preserve, tide pools) available. Past high tide flooding events (June 14 and 29) have passed; focus on upcoming king tides.

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Updated Jul 7, 2026