Slow, Salty Days by the Waves

Corey
Slow, Salty Days by the Waves

Sightseeing

Situated near the mouth of the Quillayute River just north of the town of La Push, Rialto Beach is one of those beaches that invites you to explore. Plan on a leisurely 3-mile round-trip walk from the parking lot at the southern end of the beach to access the tide pools, sea stacks, and the unique Hole-in-the-Wall formation at the north end, and be sure to watch for otters and seals in the surf and whales in the distance. You'll know you are getting closer to the north end as Gunsight Rock comes into view. The tide pools at this end of the beach are rich with sea life, and the rock formations are fascinating. Layers of sandstone and mudstone eroding at different rates create dramatic linear foregrounds for the sea stacks that sit a little farther from shore. The Hole-in-the-Wall formation is part of this process as well: this gap is left behind as the ocean works away at the softer layers in the larger rock, leaving a perfect frame for the sea stacks a little further down the beach. Tide Pool Safety and Etiquette Respectful and cautious behavior in and around tide pools will keep you safe and protect the fragile wildlife for generations to come. Be sure to follow these rules of thumb: *Particularly during returning tide, be careful and keep an eye out for "sneaker waves." *Only step on dry, bare rocks and sand. Seaweed and/or algae can be extremely slippery. *Do not step on any marine life, barnacles or mussel clusters. *Do not pull, prod, poke or tear at any species. *Do not take any shells, feathers or sea-life away from the beach
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Παραλία Rialto
Mora Rd
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Situated near the mouth of the Quillayute River just north of the town of La Push, Rialto Beach is one of those beaches that invites you to explore. Plan on a leisurely 3-mile round-trip walk from the parking lot at the southern end of the beach to access the tide pools, sea stacks, and the unique Hole-in-the-Wall formation at the north end, and be sure to watch for otters and seals in the surf and whales in the distance. You'll know you are getting closer to the north end as Gunsight Rock comes into view. The tide pools at this end of the beach are rich with sea life, and the rock formations are fascinating. Layers of sandstone and mudstone eroding at different rates create dramatic linear foregrounds for the sea stacks that sit a little farther from shore. The Hole-in-the-Wall formation is part of this process as well: this gap is left behind as the ocean works away at the softer layers in the larger rock, leaving a perfect frame for the sea stacks a little further down the beach. Tide Pool Safety and Etiquette Respectful and cautious behavior in and around tide pools will keep you safe and protect the fragile wildlife for generations to come. Be sure to follow these rules of thumb: *Particularly during returning tide, be careful and keep an eye out for "sneaker waves." *Only step on dry, bare rocks and sand. Seaweed and/or algae can be extremely slippery. *Do not step on any marine life, barnacles or mussel clusters. *Do not pull, prod, poke or tear at any species. *Do not take any shells, feathers or sea-life away from the beach
Second Beach Hike in LaPush, Washington As you descend into your journey, the trail begins to drop down to the beach for approximately .4 miles. It’s there you will be greeted with a dramatic scene – sea stacks rise straight out of the water, visible far to the south, an earthly arch to the north featuring a hole through which the wind whistles and whips on stormy days. You will also see the Quillayute Needles archipeligo - a cluster small coastal islands that have been set aside as a critical wildlife refuge for more than 14 species of seabirds, sea lions, harbor seals and sea otters. Perfect for our beach umbrella and sun shade tent rentals.
Second Beach Trail
Second Beach Trail
Second Beach Hike in LaPush, Washington As you descend into your journey, the trail begins to drop down to the beach for approximately .4 miles. It’s there you will be greeted with a dramatic scene – sea stacks rise straight out of the water, visible far to the south, an earthly arch to the north featuring a hole through which the wind whistles and whips on stormy days. You will also see the Quillayute Needles archipeligo - a cluster small coastal islands that have been set aside as a critical wildlife refuge for more than 14 species of seabirds, sea lions, harbor seals and sea otters. Perfect for our beach umbrella and sun shade tent rentals.