Coastal low-tide windows & tidepooling advisory
Key Questions
Where are extreme low tides expected this weekend for tidepooling?
Super low tides are forecast at Pillar Point, Half Moon Bay, Pacifica, San Francisco, Pescadero, and Natural Bridges. Additional access is noted at Point Reyes locations including Limantour and Tennessee Valley.
When is the best time to visit Natural Bridges tide pools?
The tide pools are best viewed during low tide, which varies daily. Visitors should check current NOAA charts for accurate times before heading out.
What hike leads to a shipwreck visible at low tide?
A short Bay Area hike in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area ends at a shipwreck in the sand at Tennessee Valley. The site is accessible during low tide conditions.
Is there a coastal trail recommended during these low tides?
The Half Moon Bay Coastal Trail spans 2.7 miles and offers scenic coastal views. It is suitable for exploring during the weekend's extreme low tides.
Where can I find daily low tide times for these locations?
Low tide schedules are available on the Natural Bridges State Beach California State Parks page and through NOAA charts. Checking these resources daily is advised as times change.
Extreme tides weekend super lows at Pillar Point/HMB/Pacifica/SF/Pescadero/Natural Bridges; Point Reyes Limantour and Tennessee Valley shipwreck at low tide; Half Moon Bay Coastal Trail (2.7mi). Natural Bridges tide pools best at low tide—check daily NOAA charts.