Welcome to our guide to Tilghman Island, MD. We keep it short: where the town is, who lives there, and what the water is doing today.
Quick answer: Tilghman Island, MD is in Talbot County. Its tides come from NOAA station 8571979, Tilghman Island, Ferry Cove, Eastern Bay. The closest town in our guide is St. Michaels, about 8 miles away.
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About Tilghman Island
Tilghman Island is in Talbot County, Maryland.[1] Tilghman Island is not an incorporated town. So the Census Bureau does not count it on its own.
Tides Today
The tide box on this page shows today’s highs and lows. They come from NOAA station 8571979, Tilghman Island, Ferry Cove, Eastern Bay. NOAA tide tables use only past data. Wind and weather can push the water higher or lower.[2]
Nearby Bay Towns
| Town | Miles away (straight line) |
|---|---|
| St. Michaels | 8 |
| Chesapeake Beach | 11 |
| Cambridge | 17 |
We measured these from official map points.[1]
Before You Go Out
Check the marine forecast on our tides page first. NOAA says wind forecasts get less sure after one or two days. So check again on the day you go.[2] Then have a good day on the Bay.
Frequently asked questions
What county is Tilghman Island, MD in? Talbot County.
Where can I see tides for Tilghman Island? In the tide box on this page, from NOAA station 8571979.
What Bay town is closest to Tilghman Island? St. Michaels, about 8 miles away in a straight line.
References
- [1] U.S. Geological Survey, GNIS domestic names files via The National Map – last checked 11/08/2026
- [2] NOAA Tides and Currents, Operational Forecast System disclaimer – last checked 11/08/2026
See every town and station on our Chesapeake Bay map.