Sea Arch

Tickle Cove Sea Arch (Arch Hole)

The Tickle Cove Sea Arch, traditionally referred to as the "Arch Hole" by locals, is a wave-weathered rock wonder which formed due to the power of the Atlantic Ocean. Sea arches form at headlands, or areas of rocky land that jut into the sea. The waves wear away or erode the rock from both sides of the headland, creating sea caves that eventually join to form a sea arch. The Tickle Cove Sea Arch is an excellent example of this coastal feature, and is made of sedimentary rocks, including red sandstone, siltstone and conglomerates.

The arch is absolutely stunning, and the residents love sharing this feature of their community with visitors. It has been a popular tourist destination for decades and traffic to the site continues to grow year after year.

Information adapted from UNESCO Discovery Geopark website

How to Get to The Sea Arch

Getting to the sea arch in Tickle Cove is easy - just follow the site's directional signage that has been put in place by the UNESCO Discovery Geopark. When driving through the community's harbour, you will take a left on a very short gravel road that leads to the site's parking lot. Once parked, it is just a 5-10 minute walk to the arch. Trust us, you will not regret visiting this site as it is utterly breathtaking.