The cove at the east end of the beach
consists of a cluster of sharp-edged volcanic formations.  While hard enough to prove painful for the barefoot climber, the elevated cliff areas have a sandy-edged appearance pocketed with holes.  The overall look of the cove and the elements in it can vary greatly with the height of the tide, or with the effects of seasonal storms, which can either bury many of the rocks and outcroppings completely, or wash sand from this protected area, revealing a boulder-
strewn floor.

Above: Energetic afternoon surf

At left: A wave crashes against the outer rocks
    of the cove, sending water flying.

Above: Cove formations seen from the far side
           of the cove, an area accessible by foot 
             only at extremely low tide, when passage 
      can be made around the rocks at left.

At right: The honeycomb appearance of the upper cliffs.  They look sandy, but they're hard and sharp
              to the touch.  Some of these pockets are several inches across.

 

Above: Whimsical volcanic formations weather the shiftings of the sand, sometimes nearly buried, at other times distinctive landmarks.