As the headland retreats under this erosion, the gently sloping land at the foot of the retreating cliff is called a wave-cut platform.

A number of stages were involved in the original headland shape becoming eroded to ... to form a wave cut notch at the base of the cliff. Over time the wave cut notch is eroded further backwards ...

Embark on an unexpected journey through some of Oregon's beautiful flora and spot its flourishing fauna at this majestic coastal destination.