Tide Station
Shell Point
Florida
At a glance
- NOAA station ID
- 8726468
- Station type
- S
- Tidal
- Yes
- Reference station
- 8726520
- Coordinates
- 27.71830, -82.48000
Before you go
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Shell Point is a NOAA CO-OPS tide prediction station (ID 8726468) 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 Shell Point
Shell Point is a NOAA tide prediction station located in Florida, identified by NOAA station ID 8726468. 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 8726520.
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 8726468.
Nearby tide stations
Other spots nearby
- 8726504 - Cut D Channel Inbound Rear RangeWeather Buoy3.2 mi
- 8726524 - Gadsden Cut, Tampa Bay, FLWeather Buoy4.5 mi
- Camp Bayou Nature Preserve Canoe LaunchBoat Ramp6.0 mi
- 8726384 - Port Manatee, FLWeather Buoy7.5 mi
- 8726412 - Middle Tampa Bay, FLWeather Buoy8.0 mi
- 8726413 - C-Cut, St. Petersburg, FLWeather Buoy9.3 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the Shell Point tide station?
It is a NOAA tide prediction station (ID 8726468) 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 8726468.