Why are the Tide Tables so important?
Tide tables are essential. You can pick these up at tourist information in Gold River, at Air Nootka or in many other locations on the coast. If you don t plan your itinerary using tide tables, expect to do a lot more bushwhacking & swimming. The tides aren t critical, however. There is always some way past each obstacle even at high tide. (The exception may be some of the river crossings especially the Tidal Lagoon. Map.