Live tide predictions for Rodanthe, Waves, and Salvo on Hatteras Island. Times are referenced from the Oregon Inlet primary gauge with a typical local offset of about +15 minutes for high tide and similar for low.
About tides at Rodanthe
Rodanthe sits at the north end of Hatteras Island just south of the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge. Tides here behave very much like Oregon Inlet (the nearest NOAA primary) with a small local time lag and slight differences in range driven by the S-Curves shoaling pattern. For most surf fishing and beach driving purposes, use the Oregon Inlet predictions and add roughly 10 to 20 minutes.
Live tide data
This is a sub-station — tide times are predicted from the Oregon Inlet (8652587) primary gauge. For the interactive tide chart with high and low markers, use the parent station’s page.
Best tides for surf fishing in Rodanthe
Rodanthe surf fishing is some of the most reliable on the OBX. The outgoing tide pulls bait off the steep inner bar and predators set up on the slough behind. Fish the last two hours of the dropping tide into the first hour of the incoming. For deeper coverage of rigs, baits, and seasonal targets see OuterBanksSurfFishing.com.
Beach driving and tides in Rodanthe
Beach driving in Rodanthe falls under the Cape Hatteras National Seashore ORV permit. See our OBX beach driving permits guide for details. Drive on the falling tide for the firmest sand.
Live Beach Cams
Rodanthe Oceanside — Live Cam
Rodanthe Soundside — Live Cam
Waves Oceanside — Live Cam
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Rodanthe tide FAQ
What time is high tide today in Rodanthe?
The chart above shows today’s high and low tide times for Rodanthe, predicted from NOAA data for the Oregon Inlet reference station (8652587). The current time is marked with a red line, and the next high tide is labeled in the summary beneath the chart. Rodanthe runs a small lag behind Oregon Inlet, so add roughly 10 to 20 minutes.
How much does the tide rise and fall in Rodanthe?
Rodanthe’s oceanfront range is an estimated ~3.0–3.2 ft, interpolated between Duck and Cape Hatteras. The nearest NOAA gauge (Rodanthe, Pamlico Sound — station 8653215, mean range 0.58 ft) reads the sound side only. Spring tides around the new and full moon produce the largest swings, while neap tides at the quarter moons are smaller. A strong nor’easter can add 2 to 5 feet of storm surge on top of the predictions.
When is the best tide for surf fishing in Rodanthe?
Rodanthe surf fishing is some of the most reliable on the OBX. The outgoing tide pulls bait off the steep inner bar and predators set up on the slough behind. Fish the last two hours of the dropping tide into the first hour of the incoming for the best bite.
Can I drive on the beach in Rodanthe?
Beach driving in Rodanthe falls under the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, so it requires an NPS ORV permit. Drive on the falling tide for the firmest sand, and always confirm seasonal closures for shorebird and turtle nesting before heading out. See our beach driving permits guide for details.
Do the predictions account for wind and storms?
No – the predictions are astronomical only. A strong northeast wind can hold high tide on the beach for hours past the predicted time, and storm surge is not included. Always cross-check with the wind and surf forecast before timing beach driving or fishing.
Related
- Oregon Inlet (8652587) primary tide chart
- All OBX tide charts
- OBX surf fishing — best tides and tactics
- Beach driving permits guide
Always check the current Rodanthe tide chart before launching from any sound-side ramp or heading out through New Drum Inlet — tidal timing and current strength matter as much as wind for safe boat handling on northern Hatteras Island.