Des Moines Tides | Tide Charts & Tables | Puget Sound, WA

Des Moines Tide Chart for (Mon) June 1, 2026

Des Moines tide chart for Monday, June 1, 2026
Des Moines tides for Jun 1st, the sunrise is 5:16am-8:58pm and the tide times are L 12:56am 7'10" H 5:02am 9'11" L 12:19pm -1'11" H 8:07pm 11'10" .

Des Moines Tide Chart for (Tue) June 2, 2026

Des Moines tide chart for Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Des Moines tides for Jun 2nd, the sunrise is 5:15am-8:59pm and the tide times are L 1:36am 7'10" H 5:37am 9'8" L 12:55pm -1'10" H 8:39pm 11'10" .

Des Moines Tide Chart for (Wed) June 3, 2026

Des Moines tide chart for Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Des Moines tides for Jun 3rd, the sunrise is 5:15am-9:00pm and the tide times are L 2:16am 7'9" H 6:16am 9'4" L 1:34pm -1'7" H 9:13pm 11'9" .

Des Moines Tide Chart for (Thu) June 4, 2026

Des Moines tide chart for Thursday, June 4, 2026
Des Moines tides for Jun 4th, the sunrise is 5:15am-9:01pm and the tide times are L 2:59am 7'6" H 6:58am 9'0" L 2:15pm -1'3" H 9:49pm 11'9" .

Des Moines Tide Chart for (Fri) June 5, 2026

Des Moines tide chart for Friday, June 5, 2026
Des Moines tides for Jun 5th, the sunrise is 5:14am-9:01pm and the tide times are L 3:46am 7'2" H 7:46am 8'7" L 2:57pm -0'8" H 10:26pm 11'9" .

Des Moines Tide Chart for (Sat) June 6, 2026

Des Moines tide chart for Saturday, June 6, 2026
Des Moines tides for Jun 6th, the sunrise is 5:14am-9:02pm and the tide times are L 4:38am 6'7" H 8:45am 8'0" L 3:40pm 0'1" H 11:03pm 11'9" .

Des Moines Tide Chart for (Sun) June 7, 2026

Des Moines tide chart for Sunday, June 7, 2026
Des Moines tides for Jun 7th, the sunrise is 5:13am-9:03pm and the tide times are L 5:32am 5'9" H 9:58am 7'6" L 4:26pm 1'3" H 11:39pm 11'9" .

Des Moines Tide Chart for (Mon) June 8, 2026

Des Moines tide chart for Monday, June 8, 2026
Des Moines tides for Jun 8th, the sunrise is 5:13am-9:04pm and the tide times are L 6:24am 4'7" H 11:22am 7'3" L 5:17pm 2'7" .

Des Moines Tide Chart for (Tue) June 9, 2026

Des Moines tide chart for Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Des Moines tides for Jun 9th, the sunrise is 5:12am-9:04pm and the tide times are H 12:13am 11'9" L 7:11am 3'1" H 12:52pm 7'6" L 6:14pm 4'1" .

Des Moines Tide Chart for (Wed) June 10, 2026

Des Moines tide chart for Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Des Moines tides for Jun 10th, the sunrise is 5:12am-9:05pm and the tide times are H 12:48am 11'9" L 7:55am 1'5" H 2:22pm 8'4" L 7:19pm 5'6" .

Des Moines Tide Chart for (Thu) June 11, 2026

Des Moines tide chart for Thursday, June 11, 2026
Des Moines tides for Jun 11th, the sunrise is 5:12am-9:05pm and the tide times are H 1:23am 11'10" L 8:38am -0'2" H 3:43pm 9'5" L 8:28pm 6'8" .

Des Moines Tide Chart for (Fri) June 12, 2026

Des Moines tide chart for Friday, June 12, 2026
Des Moines tides for Jun 12th, the sunrise is 5:12am-9:06pm and the tide times are H 2:00am 11'11" L 9:22am -1'9" H 4:50pm 10'7" L 9:35pm 7'6" .

Des Moines Tide Chart for (Sat) June 13, 2026

Des Moines tide chart for Saturday, June 13, 2026
Des Moines tides for Jun 13th, the sunrise is 5:12am-9:07pm and the tide times are H 2:41am 12'0" L 10:07am -3'0" H 5:46pm 11'7" L 10:38pm 8'0" .

Des Moines Tide Chart for (Sun) June 14, 2026

Des Moines tide chart for Sunday, June 14, 2026
Des Moines tides for Jun 14th, the sunrise is 5:11am-9:07pm and the tide times are H 3:25am 12'0" L 10:53am -3'11" H 6:37pm 12'3" L 11:36pm 8'1" .

Des Moines Tide Chart for (Mon) June 15, 2026

Des Moines tide chart for Monday, June 15, 2026
Des Moines tides for Jun 15th, the sunrise is 5:11am-9:08pm and the tide times are H 4:14am 11'11" L 11:41am -4'4" H 7:26pm 12'7" .

Des Moines Tide Chart for (Tue) June 16, 2026

Des Moines tide chart for Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Des Moines tides for Jun 16th, the sunrise is 5:11am-9:08pm and the tide times are L 12:33am 8'0" H 5:06am 11'7" L 12:29pm -4'3" H 8:12pm 12'9" .

Des Moines Tide Chart for (Wed) June 17, 2026

Des Moines tide chart for Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Des Moines tides for Jun 17th, the sunrise is 5:11am-9:08pm and the tide times are L 1:31am 7'7" H 6:03am 11'1" L 1:19pm -3'9" H 8:57pm 12'9" .

Des Moines Tide Chart for (Thu) June 18, 2026

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Des Moines Tide Chart for (Fri) June 19, 2026

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Des Moines Tide Chart for (Sat) June 20, 2026

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Des Moines Tide Chart for (Sun) June 21, 2026

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Des Moines Tide Chart for (Mon) June 22, 2026

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Des Moines Tide Chart for (Tue) June 23, 2026

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Des Moines Tide Chart for (Wed) June 24, 2026

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Des Moines Tide Chart for (Thu) June 25, 2026

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Des Moines Tide Chart for (Fri) June 26, 2026

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Des Moines Tide Chart for (Sat) June 27, 2026

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Des Moines Tide Chart for (Sun) June 28, 2026

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Des Moines Tide Chart for (Mon) June 29, 2026

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Des Moines Tide Chart for (Tue) June 30, 2026

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Des Moines Tide Calendar | June 2026

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Des Moines Tide Table for June 2026

View tide tables in a column-row format below, with a "diff" column to spot large tide height swings—great for anglers. Scroll down for a textual format, ideal for reading or sharing.

- diff Tides diff Tides diff Tides diff Tides diff Sun Moon
6/1 N/A L 7'10" 12:56AM 2'0" H 9'11" 5:02AM 11'10" L -1'11" 12:19PM 13'9" H 11'10" 8:07PM 3'11" 05:16-20:58 22:57-05:39
6/2 3'11" L 7'10" 1:36AM 1'9" H 9'8" 5:37AM 11'6" L -1'10" 12:55PM 13'8" H 11'10" 8:39PM 4'0" 05:15-20:59 23:38-06:33
6/3 4'0" L 7'9" 2:16AM 1'7" H 9'4" 6:16AM 11'0" L -1'7" 1:34PM 13'5" H 11'9" 9:13PM 4'2" 05:15-21:00 00:00-07:36
6/4 4'2" L 7'6" 2:59AM 1'5" H 9'0" 6:58AM 10'3" L -1'3" 2:15PM 13'0" H 11'9" 9:49PM 4'6" 05:15-21:01 00:10-08:44
6/5 4'6" L 7'2" 3:46AM 1'4" H 8'7" 7:46AM 9'3" L -0'8" 2:57PM 12'5" H 11'9" 10:26PM 5'1" 05:14-21:01 00:35-09:54
6/6 5'1" L 6'7" 4:38AM 1'5" H 8'0" 8:45AM 7'11" L 0'1" 3:40PM 11'7" H 11'9" 11:03PM 5'11" 05:14-21:02 00:56-11:04
6/7 5'11" L 5'9" 5:32AM 1'9" H 7'6" 9:58AM 6'3" L 1'3" 4:26PM 10'6" H 11'9" 11:39PM 7'1" 05:13-21:03 01:14-12:15
6/8 7'1" L 4'7" 6:24AM 2'8" H 7'3" 11:22AM 4'8" L 2'7" 5:17PM 9'1" - - - - 05:13-21:04 01:30-13:27
6/9 9'1" H 11'9" 12:13AM 8'7" L 3'1" 7:11AM 4'4" H 7'6" 12:52PM 3'5" L 4'1" 6:14PM 7'8" 05:12-21:04 01:46-14:42
6/10 7'8" H 11'9" 12:48AM 10'4" L 1'5" 7:55AM 6'10" H 8'4" 2:22PM 2'9" L 5'6" 7:19PM 6'4" 05:12-21:05 02:03-16:00
6/11 6'4" H 11'10" 1:23AM 12'1" L -0'2" 8:38AM 9'8" H 9'5" 3:43PM 2'9" L 6'8" 8:28PM 5'3" 05:12-21:05 02:23-17:23
6/12 5'3" H 11'11" 2:00AM 13'9" L -1'9" 9:22AM 12'5" H 10'7" 4:50PM 3'1" L 7'6" 9:35PM 4'5" 05:12-21:06 02:48-18:50
6/13 4'5" H 12'0" 2:41AM 15'1" L -3'0" 10:07AM 14'8" H 11'7" 5:46PM 3'7" L 8'0" 10:38PM 4'0" 05:12-21:07 03:23-20:16
6/14 4'0" H 12'0" 3:25AM 15'11" L -3'11" 10:53AM 16'2" H 12'3" 6:37PM 4'1" L 8'1" 11:36PM 3'9" 05:11-21:07 04:10-21:32
6/15 3'9" H 11'11" 4:14AM 16'3" L -4'4" 11:41AM 16'11" H 12'7" 7:26PM 4'7" - - - - 05:11-21:08 05:15-22:32
6/16 4'7" L 8'0" 12:33AM 3'7" H 11'7" 5:06AM 15'11" L -4'3" 12:29PM 17'0" H 12'9" 8:12PM 5'1" 05:11-21:08 06:34-23:16
6/17 5'1" L 7'7" 1:31AM 3'6" H 11'1" 6:03AM 14'11" L -3'9" 1:19PM 16'6" H 12'9" 8:57PM 8'3" 05:11-21:08 07:59-23:47
6/18 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
6/19 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
6/20 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
6/21 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
6/22 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
6/23 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
6/24 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
6/25 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
6/26 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
6/27 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
6/28 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
6/29 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
6/30 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM N/A 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11

Des Moines Textual Tide Table for June 2026


Jun 1st (Mon)
the sunrise is 5:16am-8:58pm and the tide times are L 12:56am 7'10" H 5:02am 9'11" L 12:19pm -1'11" H 8:07pm 11'10" .
Jun 2nd (Tue)
the sunrise is 5:15am-8:59pm and the tide times are L 1:36am 7'10" H 5:37am 9'8" L 12:55pm -1'10" H 8:39pm 11'10" .
Jun 3rd (Wed)
the sunrise is 5:15am-9:00pm and the tide times are L 2:16am 7'9" H 6:16am 9'4" L 1:34pm -1'7" H 9:13pm 11'9" .
Jun 4th (Thu)
the sunrise is 5:15am-9:01pm and the tide times are L 2:59am 7'6" H 6:58am 9'0" L 2:15pm -1'3" H 9:49pm 11'9" .
Jun 5th (Fri)
the sunrise is 5:14am-9:01pm and the tide times are L 3:46am 7'2" H 7:46am 8'7" L 2:57pm -0'8" H 10:26pm 11'9" .
Jun 6th (Sat)
the sunrise is 5:14am-9:02pm and the tide times are L 4:38am 6'7" H 8:45am 8'0" L 3:40pm 0'1" H 11:03pm 11'9" .
Jun 7th (Sun)
the sunrise is 5:13am-9:03pm and the tide times are L 5:32am 5'9" H 9:58am 7'6" L 4:26pm 1'3" H 11:39pm 11'9" .
Jun 8th (Mon)
the sunrise is 5:13am-9:04pm and the tide times are L 6:24am 4'7" H 11:22am 7'3" L 5:17pm 2'7" .
Jun 9th (Tue)
the sunrise is 5:12am-9:04pm and the tide times are H 12:13am 11'9" L 7:11am 3'1" H 12:52pm 7'6" L 6:14pm 4'1" .
Jun 10th (Wed)
the sunrise is 5:12am-9:05pm and the tide times are H 12:48am 11'9" L 7:55am 1'5" H 2:22pm 8'4" L 7:19pm 5'6" .
Jun 11th (Thu)
the sunrise is 5:12am-9:05pm and the tide times are H 1:23am 11'10" L 8:38am -0'2" H 3:43pm 9'5" L 8:28pm 6'8" .
Jun 12th (Fri)
the sunrise is 5:12am-9:06pm and the tide times are H 2:00am 11'11" L 9:22am -1'9" H 4:50pm 10'7" L 9:35pm 7'6" .
Jun 13th (Sat)
the sunrise is 5:12am-9:07pm and the tide times are H 2:41am 12'0" L 10:07am -3'0" H 5:46pm 11'7" L 10:38pm 8'0" .
Jun 14th (Sun)
the sunrise is 5:11am-9:07pm and the tide times are H 3:25am 12'0" L 10:53am -3'11" H 6:37pm 12'3" L 11:36pm 8'1" .
Jun 15th (Mon)
the sunrise is 5:11am-9:08pm and the tide times are H 4:14am 11'11" L 11:41am -4'4" H 7:26pm 12'7" .
Jun 16th (Tue)
the sunrise is 5:11am-9:08pm and the tide times are L 12:33am 8'0" H 5:06am 11'7" L 12:29pm -4'3" H 8:12pm 12'9" .
Jun 17th (Wed)
the sunrise is 5:11am-9:08pm and the tide times are L 1:31am 7'7" H 6:03am 11'1" L 1:19pm -3'9" H 8:57pm 12'9" .
Jun 18th (Thu)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Jun 19th (Fri)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Jun 20th (Sat)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Jun 21st (Sun)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Jun 22nd (Mon)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Jun 23rd (Tue)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Jun 24th (Wed)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Jun 25th (Thu)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Jun 26th (Fri)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Jun 27th (Sat)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Jun 28th (Sun)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Jun 29th (Mon)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Jun 30th (Tue)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"

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NOAA/NWS Forecast for Des Moines

Last updated: June 7, 2026, 12:07 PM

Marine Forecast (PZZ135)

PZZ135-072200-
Puget Sound and Hood Canal-
158 AM PDT Sun Jun 7 2026

.TODAY...S wind 5 to 10 kt. Waves around 2 ft or less.
.TONIGHT...SW wind 5 to 10 kt, becoming S after midnight. Waves
around 2 ft or less.
.MON...S wind around 5 kt. Waves around 2 ft or less. A chance of
rain in the morning, then rain likely in the afternoon.
.MON NIGHT...SW wind around 5 kt. Waves around 2 ft or less. Rain
likely.
.TUE...SW wind 5 to 10 kt, rising to 10 to 15 kt in the
afternoon. Waves around 2 o 3 ft. Rain likely in the morning,
then showers in the afternoon.
.TUE NIGHT...SW wind 10 to 15 kt, becoming S 5 to 10 kt after
midnight. Waves around 2 to 3 ft. Rain, mainly in the evening.
.WED...S wind 5 to 10 kt. Waves around 2 ft or less. A chance of
rain in the morning.
.WED NIGHT...NW wind 5 to 10 kt, easing to around 5 kt after
midnight. Waves around 2 ft or less.
.THU...NE wind around 5 kt. Waves around 2 ft or less.
.THU NIGHT...N wind 5 to 10 kt, easing to around 5 kt after
midnight. Waves around 2 ft or less.

$$

Land Forecast (WAZ316)

TODAY: Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 50s to mid 60s. South wind to 10 mph becoming southwest in the afternoon.

TONIGHT: Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain after midnight. Lows in the mid 40s to lower 50s. West wind to 10 mph in the evening becoming light.

MONDAY: Cloudy. A slight chance of rain in the morning, then a chance of rain late in the morning. Rain likely in the afternoon. Rainfall amounts a tenth to a quarter of an inch possible. Highs in the mid 50s to lower 60s. Light wind becoming southwest to 10 mph in the afternoon.

MONDAY NIGHT: Rain in the evening, then rain likely after midnight. Rainfall amounts a quarter to a half inch possible. Lows near 50. Light wind.

TUESDAY: Rain likely in the morning, then showers and a slight chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon. Rainfall amounts a tenth to a quarter of an inch possible, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. Highs in the mid 50s to lower 60s. Southwest wind 10 to 20 mph.

TUESDAY NIGHT: Mostly cloudy. A chance of rain in the evening, then a slight chance of rain after midnight. Lows in the mid to upper 40s.

WEDNESDAY: Partly sunny. A slight chance of rain in the afternoon. Highs in the lower to mid 60s.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT: Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 40s.

THURSDAY: Mostly sunny. Highs near 70.

THURSDAY NIGHT: Mostly clear. Lows near 50.

FRIDAY: Sunny. Highs in the 70s.

FRIDAY NIGHT: Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.

SATURDAY: Sunny. Highs near 80.

Last updated: June 7, 2026, 12:07 PM

Des Moines (Guide)

Des Moines on the east side offers excellent fishing for salmon when running and rockfish and lingcod and flounder and sea run cutthroat near freshwater inflows from the waterfront or small boats with outgoing tides concentrating fish near the marina for stronger bites. Public boat ramps at Des Moines marina provide convenient launches slips and fuel for bay trips targeting greenling and perch. Beaches at Des Moines waterfront and the adjacent Saltwater State Park deliver calm sand for family picnics swimming and shore casting with bay views. The south Sound town setting with easy access makes tide planning simple and rewarding.

Saltwater State Park (Tide Pool)

Des Moines Creek Park in Tacoma offers one of the most accessible and family friendly tide pooling spots along Puget Sound, with a gently sloping rocky and pebbled shoreline that reveals rich intertidal zones during low tide. Visitors can discover colorful sea anemones, sea stars (including ochre and sunflower varieties), hermit crabs, chitons, limpets, small sculpins, barnacles, and a variety of marine worms and snails in the shallow pools and under rocks. The site is ideal for all ages thanks to easy trails, nearby playground, spray park, picnic areas, and restrooms, making it perfect for combining hands-on marine discovery with outdoor play and relaxation right next to urban amenities.

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Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife with current fishing regulations seasons bag size limits and area specific rules

Des Moines Creek Boat Launch (Other)

Public boat launch at Des Moines Creek providing concrete ramp parking and easy entry for trailered boats kayaks and small craft into Puget Sound for fishing paddling and day trips. Tidal fluctuations affect ramp usability currents and nearshore conditions making tide charts essential for safe launching return and targeting species like salmon perch or rockfish during peak flows. Convenient location near the marina supports combining ramp use with tide awareness and proximity to Des Moines parks and attractions.

Des Moines Creek Park Shoreline (Other)

Public park and shoreline access along Des Moines Creek and Puget Sound featuring trails picnic areas fishing spots and low tide exploration with views of the central Sound and passing vessels. Tidal cycles expose mudflats and intertidal zones at low tide creating opportunities for shore fishing crabbing and observing marine life like crabs birds and occasional seals. Ample parking makes it a great spot for combining casual shore time with tide monitoring and enjoying the scenic Des Moines waterfront.

Des Moines Marina (Other)

Full service marina in Des Moines on Puget Sound offering transient slips fuel pump out repairs storage and amenities with direct access to the central Sound for boating fishing charters and coastal cruising. Protected location provides convenient docking where tidal ranges influence water levels navigation in the marina basin and timing of outings to nearby Vashon Island or Seattle areas. Proximity to restaurants shops and the Des Moines Creek Trail makes it ideal for combining marina stays with tide monitoring and enjoying this South Puget Sound waterfront community.