Tide Pools Moss Beach

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(185) · Beach in Moss Beach, United States
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Jul 13, 2024
We visited during low tide late one afternoon. The trails were nice; once carried you up into the forest overlooking the preserve, and there were some very cool trees, plus a great view of the seals…Full review by brmusicman
Mar 27, 2023
This is a real natural wonder. You can reach the area by car or, even better, through a short trail starting over Moss Beach Distillery. Seals are in the area, so bring with you a good binocular!Full review by Corrado R
Jun 16, 2022
Spent a little over an hour wandering the Fitzgerald Marine Preserve. You get get a map and info at the Ranger Station by the parking lot , There are also picnic benches and bathrooms near the ra…Full review by WillieMacfan

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How long does it take to walk to the tide pools from the parking area? Trying to time our visit with low tide
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Short walk - 15 minute max if slow walker, faster if you walk fast.
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Answer by Susan K · Sep 21, 2020
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what time is low tide on the following dates: 9/9/17 and 9/10/17.
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Hello from Moss Beach, Low tide is at 7:55 am on the ninth and 8:38 a.m. on the 10th. High tides are at 2:33p.m. and 3:13 p.m.
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We will be in the area of Half Moon Bay when the tide is to be about 2 ft. Is that too high to see anything? I read that …
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We will be in the area of Half Moon Bay when the tide is to be about 2 ft. Is that too high to see anything? I read that ideally you should go if it's 1 ft or below, but I wondered if it's worth going if it's slightly higher than that.
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You won't be able to walk way out on the rocks to enjoy some of the tide pool critters, but you still can scramble, and this time of the year, you may be able to see the sea lions from a …
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You won't be able to walk way out on the rocks to enjoy some of the tide pool critters, but you still can scramble, and this time of the year, you may be able to see the sea lions from a distance (the rangers keep their beach area roped off to protect then from humans.
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