You're going to want to be in moderate health to climb Mission Peak, as you will climb from either 300 ft. trailhead up to the 2500 ft. summit in about 3 miles; I'd set aside ~ 1.5-2 hours to make the top. I'm not an early morning person, so I...
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Muir Woods
Muir Woods is fantastic year round - depending on the time of year, it can be damp and cool or warm and dry - rarely hot. Tripods are allowed and recommended due to the dim light when entering the canopy of tree's. During sunset, you may catch god-rays splaying thru...
Pt. Reyes
Pt. Reyes has a collection of places to visit - you can go down to the beach and see stunning ocean colors banging off the ragged coast or travel to the Lighthouse and visit its history. Wildlife includes hawks, deer, sheep, big cats, Elk, seals, whales and sea lions. (more…)
South Point (Ka Lae)
Ka Lae is Hawaii's most southern tip. It's comprised of a long expanse of rocky cliffs that run deep into the ocean. The waters are so deep that many choose to jump from the cliffs into the ocean below. This spot is beautiful to photograph year-round as Hawaii's weather is...
National Mall
The National Mall area remains very active from dusk to after dark, with many visitors enjoying the views of the memorials and surroundings well into the night. It is a great time for photography as well with the warmer colours and low angle of the setting sun, backlighting opportunities, and...
Sacred Heart Cathedral
The entry to the church is free and being a National Historic Monument, one can walk in anytime after the church sessions. Tripod is allowed but should not cause a disturbance to others. I used Tamaron f 3.4 10-24 mm and any low light sensitive lenses should work. Richmond down...
Middleton Place
This place is in the site of an ancient plantation. You can freely walk there, in the riverside, and enjoy the nice gardens. There is also a part where people are making pottery or barrel as in the 18th/19th century and you can talk with them. If you go there,...
Horseshoe Bend
Easy to get to, no need for tickets and careful planning. But it does require 15 minutes of hiking in loose sand. There is plenty of parking but to get best spot on the edge arrive early. Do not rush when you are close to the edge. Be mindful of...
Cloud Gate at Night
Everyone in Chicago can tell you about "The Bean". Not everyone will remember that its official name is Cloud Gate. Made of highly polished stainless steel plates, its beautiful shape (from which it got its name) and amazing reflective properties makes this a great sculpture and a wonderful photographic opportunity....
Point Lobos State Reserve
Cypress tree trail is the most popular. Free tours with volunteers are available during the day. Also famous spot especially for photographers is China cove where wild life rests. Zoom lens will be useful to spot whales and wild life. There are some volunteers with large scopes that will spot...