Tide Station
Alligator Point, St. James Island
Florida
At a glance
- NOAA station ID
- 8728288
- Station type
- S
- Tidal
- Yes
- Reference station
- 8728130
- Coordinates
- 29.90330, -84.41330
Before you go
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Alligator Point, St. James Island is a NOAA CO-OPS tide prediction station (ID 8728288) in Florida. It provides the official tide predictions anglers and boaters use to plan trips on the Florida coast. The FishAlert app shows live tides for this station offline.
About Alligator Point, St. James Island
Alligator Point, St. James Island is a NOAA tide prediction station located in Florida, identified by NOAA station ID 8728288. It is a subordinate station (station type S), meaning its predictions are derived from a reference station using time and height adjustments rather than an independent tide gauge. The reference station for this location is NOAA station 8728130.
This is a prediction station, not a launch ramp, marina, or fishing access point — it is a data reference for tide times and heights. If you're looking for launch facilities or shore access, check other local listings.
For current tide predictions, use NOAA's official tides and currents tools with station ID 8728288.
Nearby tide stations
Other spots nearby
- Alligator Point Public Boat RampBoat Ramp1.0 mi
- Bald Point State Park - Tucker Lake Canoe LaunchBoat Ramp3.4 mi
- Bald Point State Park - Ochlockonee Bay Kayak LaunchBoat Ramp5.3 mi
- Brothers Three Public Boat Ramp (aka. Roho Road)Boat Ramp6.1 mi
- Bottoms Road Boat RampBoat Ramp8.2 mi
- Apalachicola National Forest - Wood Lake Boat RampBoat Ramp12.5 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the Alligator Point, St. James Island tide station?
It is a NOAA tide prediction station (ID 8728288) in Florida.
What does station type S mean?
Type S indicates a subordinate station whose predictions are derived from a reference station.
Can I launch a boat at this station?
No. This is a tide prediction reference point, not a boat launch, marina, or fishing access facility.
How do I get current tide predictions?
Use NOAA's official tides and currents tools and search for station ID 8728288.