Small Wonders, Big Magic
Low tide is prime time for tidepooling, when the receding water reveals a hidden world of sea stars, sea cucumbers, opalescent nudibranchs, anemones, chitons, decorator crabs, urchins, sponges, mussels, other shellfish—and if you’re lucky, even an elusive octopus. The lower the tide, the more you’ll see. Join one of our guides to explore tidepools teeming with activity... and of course other fascinating marine life, including birds and mammals, along the way.
Guided Intertidal Exploration
Join one of our knowledgeable guides to explore the intertidal zone and learn about the fascinating creatures that thrive here. You might spot frilled plumose anemones with their angel-hair tentacles fully expanded, resembling delicate palm trees swaying in the current.
Included: Sealife identification charts + rubber boots
Why Kachemak Bay is So Special
Amazing creatures thrive within Kachemak Bay's intertidal zone, revealed in vivid detail at low tide. The average vertical difference between high and low tide is around 15 feet, with average high tides near 18 feet. At peak extremes, tides can reach up to 28 feet—leaving the water in Halibut Cove around Stillpoint Lodge just a few feet deep during the corresponding low tide.
Tide Forecasting
Curious how our tide forecasting works?
We’ve partnered with Tides.net so we can select ideal dates far in advance using years of advanced tide data.
Plan Your Adventure at the Water’s Edge
This dramatic tidal movement, paired with the pristine waters of Halibut Cove, creates exceptional habitat for marine life. Ask our reservations team about the best time to visit for low tides and tidepooling, and come discover the shoreline’s wild, intricate beauty with our naturalist guides. For many visitors, these quiet, hands-on experiences become some of the most memorable moments of their stay.
