California Coastal National Monument
California Coastal National Monument is a protected area that stretches along the Pacific coast of California, covering over 1,100 miles of shoreline and offshore rocks and islands. This monument is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including sea lions, whales, and seabirds, and offers breathtaking views of the rugged coastline and the vast ocean. For photography enthusiasts, the California Coastal National Monument is a paradise, with numerous locations that offer stunning vistas and unique perspectives. Some of the most popular photography spots include Point Arena Lighthouse, Point Reyes National Seashore, and the iconic Golden Gate Bridge.
- Gilbert K. Chesterton.
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The Point Arena Lighthouse is a lighthouse located in the Mendocino county of California. My first encounter with the lighthouse was during our trip that covered northern California and Crater Lake National Park. This lighthouse is a bit of a detour from the Pacific coast highway, so I didn’t have much hope about the photo opportunities here, but the view was just stunning. Unfortunately, the lighthouse was closed, and we had places to be before nightfall, so we only spend a little time at this beautiful location.
A couple of years later, I was back, and this time, I was determined to get a good sunset shot of the lighthouse. Only when we reached the gate did we realize that they have changed the open hours of the lighthouse and now it closed way earlier than the sun usually sets. So disappointing day but we decided to stick to the one viewpoint that’s outside the gates of the lighthouse and shoot it with the massive tidal pools leading up to the lighthouse.
The rugged California coastline is like nothing else...rock being beaten and worn away by the surf day after day. When caught at sunset, that rock...
This will be the last image from the Point Arena Lighthouse Area...I just couldn't leave this one on the cutting room floor. The warm glow in the...
Usually when I am around water, I break out the ND filters and start shooting long exposures. But on this occasion on the California coast, I was...
Standing on the edge of a California Coastline cliff is a great place to take in a sunset. I had shot this scene with a 50mm, 25mm and for this one...
![Sea Lion Cove [EXPLORED]](https://cdn.phoide.com/Thumbs/34445633715.jpg)
A long exposure stack using the Smooth Reflections App at Sea Lion Cove along the California Coast.
Thanks to all Phoide contributors to California Coastal National Monument!
Most notably Sandeep Thomas.