Category Archives: NRA

Taking great pictures on top of the Golden Gate Bridge

2011/10/12 – 03:30

Take brilliant pictures of San Francisco from the top of the Golden Gate Bridge.

The iconic Golden Gate Bridge that spans the waters where the San Francisco Bay and Pacific Ocean meet, symbolizes the Gold Rush and wealth of the Golden State of California. San Francisco’s most recognizable landmark is also its biggest tourist attraction. Featured in every travel publication, the Golden Gate Bridge is the most photographed attraction in California.

Although it is hardly possible to photograph this icon in a novel way, the hike across the bridge promises some distinct compositions that are harder to find than the most typical overview photographs. Hiking on this majestic bridge also lets you appreciate the marvelous accomplishment that this bridge represents.
Golden Gate South Tower

By myphotoscout | Also posted in Bay Area, Coast, golden gate, hike, landmark, Northern California, San Francisco, Skyline, Transportation | Tagged , | Comments (4)

How to photograph Fort Mason

2011/09/21 – 01:59

Located on a small hilltop overlooking the entrance to San Francisco Bay, Fort Mason was the obvious choice for defensive fortifications. In the age of high tech weaponry, Fort Mason still makes a formidable base for high tech shooters of a different kind, photographers.

Throughout the years, the fort was home to Spanish and American troops and earthquake refugees and served as a port of embarkation for World War II.
Fort Mason roofs and Palace of Fine Arts

By myphotoscout | Also posted in Bay Area, golden gate, Marine, Northern California, park, San Francisco | Tagged , , , | Leave a Comment

A Walk through Time in San Francisco’s Presidio’s Main Post

2011/07/07 – 05:52

Unravel the history of San Francisco’s Presidio and take great photos on a self-guided walking tour of the Main Post, the heart of the Presidio.

The former Spanish / Mexican / US military site is part of the National Park Service and in public hands since 1994. With over 200 years of military history, the park offers a unique combination of attractions for history buffs and photographers.

The stylish 19th century houses, lavish porches, and beautifully maintained gardens make this area of the park attractive to photographers. Most of the buildings serve as residences and offices and are thus off limits to exploration, but there is still much to see on the short walking tour.
Presidio Brick House Porch

By myphotoscout | Also posted in Bay Area, golden gate, landmark, Museum, Northern California, park, San Francisco | Tagged , , | Comments (2)

Golden Gate Park: Stow Lake, Strawberry Hill, Botanical Garden

2011/06/01 – 02:55

Stow Lake, Strawberry Hill and the San Francisco Botanical Garden (Strybing Arboretum) are photogenic attractions inside the giant Golden Gate Park. Stow Lake surrounds Strawberry Hill, creating a picturesque artificial island. Strawberry Hill is also the highest point in Golden Gate Park, presenting good views of San Francisco. The Botanical Gardens lie next to Stow Lake, making a combined visit practical. Nearby you can also find the Japanese Tea Garden, the parks most famous attraction.
Stow Lake Footbridge

By myphotoscout | Also posted in Bay Area, flowers, golden gate, hike, lake, landmark, Northern California, San Francisco, waterfall | Tagged | Comments (2)

How to photograph Fort Point

2010/06/02 – 04:51

Located beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, Fort Point’s spectacular views are legendary. The civil war fort that once protected the entrance to the San Francisco Bay also boasts historic exhibits and demonstrations and occasionally civil war re-enactments.

Fort Point has endured the times and is now a popular tourist attraction, providing education and exceptional photographic value. Joseph Strauss incorporated the fort into the design of the Golden Gate Bridge in order to preserve this historic site for future generations. From the top of the fort, you can almost touch the bridge arch, spanning across the fort and creating a perfect harmony of semi-modern bridge and historic fort.
Golden Gate from Fort Point

By myphotoscout | Also posted in Bay Area, Coast, Fort, golden gate, landmark, lighthouses, Northern California, San Francisco, Skyline | Tagged | Comments (2)

How to photograph Brandy Creek Falls

2010/05/11 – 17:29

Brandy Creek Falls are a series of cascading waterfalls in the Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity NRA, an area famous for pristine nature. Despite its convenient location, many people shy away from the hike and chose to relax at the lake instead. The trail is not crowded and the waterfall offers many good angles. On weekdays you stand a good chance of having the falls to yourself and even on weekends you will not need to wrestle crowds for space.

The pleasant uphill hike leads through forests and over small creeks with temperatures far below the searing heat of the Central Valley.
Brandy Creek Falls: Upper Fall

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How to photograph McArthur Burney Falls

2009/06/16 – 04:53

The famous McArthur Burney Falls are easily California’s most beautiful waterfall. The fall is fed by underground springs with much of the water flowing right out of the rock face of the falls. As the water filters through the volcanic stone it is as pure as water can get. This unique feature gives the waterfall [...]

By myphotoscout | Also posted in central valley, hike, Northern California, waterfall | Tagged , , , | Comments (8)

How to photograph Whiskeytown Falls

2009/06/09 – 13:31

Whiskeytown Fall is a beautiful cascade waterfall in the Whiskeytown NRA Park. Rangers discovered the waterfall in 2004, which has quickly become one of the most popular waterfall hikes in the area.
Whiskeytown Falls

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