Thanks to its coastal location, it should come as no surprise that some of the best things to do in Emerald Isle take place on or near the water. From fishing with a local charter to going for a sunset stroll, the possibilities are endless. However, your favorite activities can be impacted by the changing tides in Emerald Isle. Before setting off from your Sun-Surf Realty vacation rental for aquatic fun, take some time to learn more about how tides can affect popular things to do.
How Can You Tell the Tides?
Before diving into how tides can impact Emerald Isle activities, it’s important to understand the different types of tides you might encounter. The most common are high and low tides. High tide is when the water has risen to as far up on the shoreline as it can go. When the opposite happens, and it recedes as far as it will go, you have a low tide. There are two of these each day.
However, there are other tides that can occur throughout the day as well. We recommend taking a look at an Emerald Isle tide chart to gain a better understanding of the changing waters.
When Should You Enjoy Popular Emerald Isle Activities
Once you know when tides are occurring, you can better plan your Emerald Isle itinerary.
- If you’re hoping to go for a walk on the beach to look for shells, go during low tide or just after high tide.
- If you’re hoping to try surf fishing, you want to aim to be casting your line the hour before and after high tide. This is when fish move closer to shore.
- Paddling activities like kayaking or paddleboarding in Bogue Sound are great at mid to high tide, as the higher water levels make it easier to paddle through shallow channels.
- For safer navigation when boating, set out at high tide.
- Go surfing on a rental from Harmony Surf Supply between high and low tide, especially on an incoming tide.
Book a Waterfront Emerald Isle Vacation Rental
One of the easiest ways to see the changing tides is by reserving a waterfront rental in Emerald Isle from Sun-Surf Realty. Our inventory includes incredible Emerald Isle vacation homes found all over town, including oceanfront rentals, soundfront rentals, and others that are only a short walk from the shoreline. No matter which of our waterfront rentals you reserve, you’ll have a place to stay with all the comforts of home, like fully equipped kitchens and cozy living areas. Call 800-553-7873 to learn more about our Emerald Isle accommodations or ways to save.
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