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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/13/2019
Davenport Pier is unsigned from the road, but it can be found adjacent to where the train tracks cross Highway 1.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/13/2019
A short path leads from the parking area to the cliffs overlooking the old pier.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/13/2019
A sign marks the location of the steep descent to the beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/13/2019
Trails cross the tops of the cliffs, leading to views of the crashing waves below.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/13/2019
An overhead look at the remains of the pier.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/13/2019
Scenic clifftop vista points above Davenport Pier.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/13/2019
The bluffs overlooking the beach are a popular area for birdwatchers, owing to the different species that frequent the isolated shores and pier pilings below.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/13/2019
Reaching the beach requires a steep 120-foot descent.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/13/2019
The walk down is on loose-packed shale and slick dirt. Past visitors have tied ropes on to help with balance, but it is still a bit risky.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/13/2019
The steep descent to the beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/13/2019
The main attraction here besides the isolated cove is the homemade swing suspended from the pier pilings.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/13/2019
The abandoned Davenport Pier.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
07/13/2019
Swinging from Davenport Pier.