Beach 4 - Trailhead and Parking Area

Piddock holes at Beach 4. Photo by L. Napolitano/NPS.

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Information, Picnic Table, Restroom, Trailhead, Trash/Litter Receptacles, Wheelchair Accessible

A short but rather steep trail through coastal forest leads to a lovely driftwood footbridge and Beach 4. A wonderful place to tidepool and look for seals, with particular treats for those interested in geology - Swiss cheese textured stone! The phenomenon is caused by piddock clams, which burrow into solid rock to protect themselves from the pounding surf.