Sheer drops and albatrosses

Unlike the northeastern mountain shores that are known for their tall pillars, the northwestern shores are simply 3000 ft tall, sheer drop precipices. Their height means that the sunset starts very early in the day. This cliff is dark after 2:30 pm on a balmy winter day. Just like the pillars, many cliffs have been settled.


Towards the top there are enough ledges to support the North Atlantic's only albatross population.