Coves usually form through the process of weathering. Weathering is the process of breaking down or dissolving rocks on Earth's surface. Rain, wind, ice, chemicals, and even plants can weather rock. The rocks surrounding a cove are often soft and vulnerable to weathering.

Where are coves found?

Coves are often found along the coast of the ocean, but they can also be found along the shores of lakes and rivers. Because of the small entrance to a cove, the water in the cove is usually calmer than that in other bodies of water, such as rivers or and oceans, which move a lot and can be quite fast.

Can rivers have coves?

Coves are geographic features that can be found along the coastline of oceans, rivers, bays, lagoons, and lakes. Its 2 principal characteristics include a sheltered entrance and a bay or inlet-like shape.