Follow the path about 10 stories down. Head to the end, by the rocks. Don’t get crushed by an errant wave. Then, just relax. 

Currently listening to: Them Shoes, by Patrick Sweany.  

Pacifica, CA is amazing. Like, it’s my favorite. Even is the midst of the Norcal rainy season, it’s just too amazing. A recent trip to Gray Whale Cove, The Devil’s Slide, and the accompanying bunker only confirmed this. First - the Devil’s Slide needs it’s own follow-up post - and it’ll eventually get one. But, as a stretch of Highway 1 that “shouldn’t have ever been made” it now serves as coastal roadway designated just for hikers, bikers, dog walkers, and…me. The fact that it’s famous for closures and landslides makes you appreciate the landscape around you, and value your time there. And, as someone who lived in NJ for 35 years, it makes you stop and put the camera down, and just, be. 

Still, our time during this day was dedicated to Gray Whale Cove, and the Bunker. A perfectly foggy, overcast day led us down the trail and to the end of the cove. Expectedly rough waters, a few seals, and a few equally brave surfers filled the water, while we dotted the beach. No matter what type of photos I’m taking, it’s difficult to not turn them into landscape photos here.

All shots with the Canon 5DMkIII, and mostly shot with the Canon 50 1.2L. Generally ISO 100, aperture ranging from F/1.2-F5.6, and shutter adjusted as needed.