On the southern side of the Light Station is a swath of rocks and boulders, formerly a black beach until road improvements changed it forever; it is a mixture of pebbles, stones, rocks and giant boulders; the scene is highly dramatic, the wind relentless. And it still feels like a beach.
It’s a beachcomber’s paradise. With everything from worn “beach glass" and shells, to bits of driftwood (perhaps from old shipwrecks!) washing up at high tide, it makes poking about an art form.
Situated on the channel that runs between the island and the mainland, it’s a superb place to watch shipping traffic, and there is a lot of shipping and boating (commercial and pleasure) in this area, as Yarmouth remains a busy, active port. Large rocks act as natural chairs; just bring a blanket for comfort and while away the hours watching marine activity.
Fish and shellfish often appear in the waters just offshore and are another source of entertainment for visitors. Cape Forchu Light Station Beach is a place of action, motion and fascination.