Tide Knowledge Center
Learn everything about tides, from basic phenomena to regional patterns and practical guides for coastal activities.
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East Coast Tides: From Maine to Florida Patterns
East Coast tides vary dramatically from north to south. Discover how tidal ranges, timing, and patterns differ along the Atlantic seaboard.
Best Tides for Fishing: When Fish Bite Most
Tides dramatically affect fishing success. Learn which tides bring the best action, why fish feed during moving water, and how to time your trips.
What Are Spring Tides and When Do They Occur?
Spring tides bring the highest high tides and lowest low tides of the month. Learn what causes these extreme tides and when to expect them.
Gulf Coast Tides: Understanding Small Tidal Ranges
Gulf Coast tides are the smallest in the US, but still important. Learn how these microtidal waters differ and what it means for coastal activities.
West Coast Tides: Pacific Patterns from Alaska to California
West Coast tides feature mixed patterns and extreme ranges. Learn how Pacific tides differ from Atlantic and what makes them unique.
East Coast Tides: From Maine to Florida Patterns
East Coast tides vary dramatically from north to south. Discover how tidal ranges, timing, and patterns differ along the Atlantic seaboard.
Beachcombing and Tide Pools: Best Times to Explore
Low tide reveals hidden treasures on beaches and in tide pools. Learn the best times to explore, what to look for, and how to protect these ecosystems.
Boating Safety and Tides: Essential Navigation Tips
Tides significantly impact boating safety and navigation. Learn how to plan routes, avoid grounding, and handle strong currents for safer boating.
Best Tides for Fishing: When Fish Bite Most
Tides dramatically affect fishing success. Learn which tides bring the best action, why fish feed during moving water, and how to time your trips.
What Are Spring Tides and When Do They Occur?
Spring tides bring the highest high tides and lowest low tides of the month. Learn what causes these extreme tides and when to expect them.
Understanding Tidal Currents: Flow, Speed, and Safety
Tidal currents are horizontal water movements caused by tides. Learn how these powerful flows work, when they are strongest, and how to stay safe.
King Tides Explained: The Highest Tides of the Year
King tides are the highest astronomical tides that occur each year. Discover when these extreme high tides happen and what makes them so dramatic.
What Are Neap Tides and When Do They Occur?
Neap tides bring the smallest tidal ranges of the month. Learn when these moderate tides occur, how they differ from spring tides, and what causes them.