December Negative Low Tides — Salt Creek Family Adventure

Looking for a free, close-to-home wellness activity this winter?
Salt Creek Recreation Area offers some of the best tidepools in our region, and December brings excellent negative low tides for exploring. Tidepooling is a fun, no-cost way for families to enjoy nature, move their bodies, and build curiosity outdoors.

According to the tide tables posted at
weatherforyou.com
tides for Salt Creek in December are:

Date	Low Tide Time	Height (ft)
Dec 1	5:09 pm	-0.12
Dec 2	5:47 pm	-1.301
Dec 3	6:28 pm	-2.217
Dec 4	7:12 pm	-2.773
Dec 5	7:57 pm	-2.937
Dec 6	8:45 pm	-2.731
Dec 7	9:34 pm	-2.212
Dec 8	10:24 pm	-1.446
Dec 9	11:14 pm	-0.489
Dec 16	5:55 pm	-0.332
Dec 17	6:23 pm	-0.723
Dec 18	6:54 pm	-1.004
Dec 19	7:28 pm	-1.19
Dec 20	8:04 pm	-1.289
Dec 21	8:41 pm	-1.292
Dec 22	9:20 pm	-1.167
Dec 29	3:55 pm	0.113 (not negative but still low)
Dec 30	4:39 pm	-0.964
Dec 31	5:22 pm	-1.806

 Why Tidepooling at Salt Creek is a Great Wellness Activity

Completely free

Close to home

Encourages exploration and physical activity

Connects families with nature

Calming and enriching

 

Tidepooling Tips for Salt Creek

Watch for wave surges, even at low tide.

Wear boots or shoes with good grip—rocks can be slippery.

Stay on bare rock or sand to protect sea life.

Bring a flashlight for later-evening tides.

Always keep an eye on the incoming water.