Read on for our pick of the world’s best tidal and seaside pools. Do note that some of these destinations are susceptible to tides and rough waters, so it’s best to seek them out when conditions are ...

Outdoor seawater pools offer an enchanting "dose of the wild in an enclave of safety", said The Guardian. These "sheltered" areas allow swimmers to enjoy the tide and "rich saltwater" while being ...

Making his way along the slippery landscape of a local tide pool, Kasey Eunice hops from wet rock to wet rock. The world here, he explains, is as teeming as it is vibrant. Purple sea urchins sway with ...

With Earth Day approaching, the following question takes on even more importance. We cannot celebrate the ocean’s recovery when in fact the situation has become more severe than ever, despite all ...

Durban’s tidal pools are a highlight of its scenic coastline, offering safe, family-friendly spots to swim and enjoy the ocean. The pools are sheltered from the strong waves, making them ideal for ...

La Jolla’s tide pools were chosen as one of two statewide sites for the June 1 kickoff of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s month-long Snapshot Cal Coast initiative. Despite gray skies, ...

Just when you thought there was nothing left to the holidays but tree recycling, gift returning and cookie withdrawal comes a late-breaking bulletin from the celebration front. Make room in your life ...

Kasey Eunice hops from wet rock to wet rock, making his way along the slippery landscape of a local tide pool. The world he explains is as teeming as it is vibrant. Purple sea urchins sway with the ...

Red as a fire engine, the rock crab backed into a corner of a small pool of water and stared at the monster lurking above it in Olympic National Park. If the five-inch crab had been facing a raccoon ...

Cooling off on a hot day at the beach doesn’t have to involve braving the surf. Whether it’s a man-made bath or a natural pool hewn into a cliff face, these beautiful spots by the coast offer the ...