Moolack Beach
The name is from a Chinook Jargon word for "elk". The area is rich with geologic history.
Geology
The rooted stumps that remain likely belonged to trees living approximately 4,500 years ago. Several such stumps are visible at Moolack Beach. Among petrified woods common at Moolack Beach is Teredo wood, which is named for the signature Teredo clam-bored holes. Other petrified woods include pines and hardwoods, including alder, myrtlewood, and oak, as well as petrified palm.
Climate
Moolack Beach reaches high temperatures in the 60s in the summer months and nights in the 40s (5–20 °C). During winter, temperatures usually range from the 50s down to the 30s (0–15 °C). December experiences the greatest amount of Moolack's significant precipitation, while July is driest.
See also
References
- ^ See USGS topographic map
- ^ Jason Evans (January 10, 2007). "Discovering coastal fossils, minerals and strange stumps". Newport News Times. Archived from the original on May 2, 2007. Retrieved 2008-01-13.
- ^ Cherilyn Parsons (May 7, 2006). "Oregon's novel nirvana". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 2008-01-13.
- ^ "Moolack Beach, Lincoln County, Oregon". Going Outside. Retrieved 2008-01-13.
External links
- ABC News "Outside Magazine's Top 10 Beach Getaways" 7. Oregon: Newport, South Beach State Park/Kite flying and Whale Watching
- 750 KXL Radio "Moolack Beach"