Next low tide
Sat, Apr 18
8:32 PM • -0.8 ft
Tigertail Timing
Tigertail Beach Low Tide
If Tigertail is the reason you are loading up the car, this is the timing page to check first. It is built for flats access, shelling timing, and figuring out when to arrive before the best stretch slips away.
Arrival rule
Target 45 to 60 minutes early
Tigertail usually rewards earlier arrivals because parking, walking, and beach setup take time before you reach the best exposed flats.
Source refresh
Apr 18, 6:18 PM ET
NOAA-backed timing supporting this Tigertail guide.
The Tigertail windows worth targeting
Sat, Apr 18
Low tide at 7:48 AM with a predicted height of 1.0 ft. Treat the 45 minutes before that time as the most useful arrival window.
Sat, Apr 18
Low tide at 8:32 PM with a predicted height of -0.8 ft. Treat the 45 minutes before that time as the most useful arrival window.
Sun, Apr 19
Low tide at 8:28 AM with a predicted height of 1.2 ft. Treat the 45 minutes before that time as the most useful arrival window.
Why does low tide matter so much at Tigertail Beach?
Tigertail is one of the most timing-sensitive beach experiences on the island. Hit it near the right low-tide window and the walkout feels far easier than it does at the wrong time.
How early should I get there before low tide?
Plan for 45 to 60 minutes before the listed low tide. Tigertail usually needs more buffer than a generic beach stop because parking, walking, and setup chew up time fast.
Should I still check weather before going to Tigertail?
Yes. Low tide helps with access timing, but wind, storms, heat, and UV still decide whether the outing feels great, merely tolerable, or not worth the effort at all.