Close up of Quartz Crystal

Close up of Quartz Crystal, Topsail Beach

Taken 29 May 2009

A close up view of the Quartz Crystal Rock that people call White Rock. It is beautiful looking rock that when smashed together create a spark to light a fire. It is about half a kilometer to this area from the Parking lot in Topsail Beach.

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15 more photographs at Topsail Beach, each at its own spot:

More to see at Topsail Beach

15 photographs from around here. Each one was taken at its own spot — open it for directions to exactly there, rather than to the place in general.

Waves on Topsail Beach — A beautiful picture of the waves crashing against the shore of Topsail Beach. If you like beaches, this is ones of the nicest ones around. They have built in fire areas to have your fires. As well, there is a freshwater area to swim in, for the kids and those who like the water a little warmer.18 October 2008

Roaring Waves, Topsail Beach — A picture of the waves roaring against the shore. A windy day makes great scenery on this beach. A must see anytime and in just about any weather.18 October 2008

Shiny Rocks on Beach, Topsail Beach — This is a picture of the shiny rocks that outline the beach in Topsail. The waves crash against these rocks making them very round and easy to walk over. One of our nicest beaches in this area.18 October 2008

Waves and Large Beach Rocks, Topsail Beach — A picture of the waves crashing against the large beach rocks that are on the shore of Topsail Beach. A beautiful place to visit.18 October 2008

Picnic Area in Topsail Beach — This is the area next to the parking lot where you can sit on picnic tables or light a fire on one of their own made fire grills, which are located all around the beach. What a beautiful area.29 May 2009

Looking Along Rocky Beach, Topsail Beach — A view towards the beach where the parking lot is in Topsail Beach. It is a beautiful view from here of the ocean, rocky beach and houses along CBS. About half a kilometer from the beach.29 May 2009

Inside White Rock, Topsail Beach — A view of the inside of the small cave that was built inside the Quartz Crystal. A very beautiful scence.29 May 2009

Seagull on Rock, Topsail Beach — A view of a Seagull on a rock that is only sticking out of the ocean by a few inches. The seagull looks very comfortable here, looking at me while I take his photo.29 May 2009

View of Bell Island from White Rock, Topsail Beach — A beautiful view of the ship that sits in CBS while Bell Island is in the background. This is a great place to go for a walk on the rocky beach.29 May 2009

Driftwood along the shore, Topsail Beach — A view along the rocky shore where all the driftwood piles up. You can have a very quite fire in this area, for it is about 2 kilometers to get to this area and is quite a hike, jumping the rocks.29 May 2009

View from the Rock, Topsail Beach — This is a view from a large rock that sits on the beach a few kilometers down the right side. A very beautiful view and walk for the beach lovers.29 May 2009

View from Inside White Rock, Topsail Beach — This is the view you have while sitting on the wooden bench in the Cave of White Rock. What a very scenic view, very relaxing.29 May 2009

Beautiful View from Inside White Rock, Topsail Beach — This is an amazing view from Inside White Rock. The sun was just starting to set and it was nearly 24 degrees outside. A very beautiful evening for a stroll on the beach.29 May 2009

White Rock on Topsail Beach — This is a view of White Rock that is a small cave dug out of the Quartz Crystal that surrounds this area. When the water hits the rock, it gleems and is very beautiful. When you smash the 2 rocks together, it creates sparks that you could use to light a fire sometime if needed.29 May 2009

Enjoying the Evening in Topsail Beach — This is a view of people enjoying the sunset while at Topsail Beach. What a beautiful place to see, a must for any person who has not been here. This is right next to the parking lot and easy to access.29 May 2009