Columbia Cove

Located on the E side of Brooks Peninsula. White sand beaches and fantastically carved rock formations are part of the attraction. Approach from the E between Jakobson Point and the island guarding the cove (Protection Island). Inside you are protected in all weather and there is room for several boats. Along the northern shore, there is a large tidal flat and sand beach, with a backdrop of ancient forest and dark mountains, reportedly a good place to observe foraging bears, wolves and cougars. There is a half-mile trail which leads to a long white sand beach open to the Pacific Ocean. Extended shallow water near the beach means paying attention to tides when you kayak or dinghy in.