Tag Archives: Point Arena-Stornetta Public Lands

Driving on Highway One is quite an experience. When you reach Elk, this beautiful sight is revealed. Charlie Ivor recently photographed this special spot.

Sea stacks are formed when parts of the headlands break off due to the force of the ocean waves. Larger sea stacks can provide important nesting spots for seabirds.

In the photos below, taken by Michael Beattie two years ago, a pair of Canada Geese used a sea stack off the Point Arena/Stornetta Lands to nest on. It was pretty exciting when the chicks needed to fledge from such a great height!

Thanks to Charlie and Michael for allowing me to share their photos with you here.

The weather is delightful, with abundant sunshine!

Storms bring big surf, and when the moon is full the results can be spectacular. Michael Alexander was out exploring the Point Arena-Stornetta Lands recently and this is what he saw.

Big surf at the Stornetta Lands by Michael Alexander

When the surf is this big, mist drifts across the land. The power of the Pacific Ocean is wonderful to behold. And, of course, to respect.

Thanks to Michael for allowing me to share his photo with you here.