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Erosional Processes: Coastal Features



Sea Caves:

Sea caves are primarily eroded by sea water. One of the largest sea caves in the world is the "Big Oven", at Burnt Cape. Nearby, is the somewhat smaller cave the "Little Oven"




The "Big Oven" sea cave, Burnt Cape. Note the two people at the extreme left of the
image. Photo: Dulcie House. [CLICK image to enlarge.]





The "Little Oven" sea cave, north of the "Big Oven", Burnt Cape.
Note the two people at the top of the cliffs. Photo: Michael
Burzynski. [CLICK image to enlarge.]



"Cannon Holes":




The "Cannon Holes", Burnt Cape. Small sea caves that are now
above sea level. Photo: Michael Burzynski. [CLICK image to
enlarge.]



Sea Arches:




"The Arches". Between Parson's Pond and Portland Creek. Sea-eroded dolomitic
conglomerate outcrop on beach. Photo: Fritz Swanson [by permission, GNU Free
Documentation License
]. [CLICK image to enlarge.]










[Page last updated: November 12, 2021]





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