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Canon EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM Lens
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Cliffside north of Shark Fin Cove

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Sprawling cliffs rise above the Pacific Coast, making this hidden gem a local favorite. Take a stroll and explore—from stunning ocean views to colorful wildflowers, Shark Fin Cove has everything.

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Moderate
Accessbility
Public Location

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Anytime

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Free

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  • Wide-angle lens (24mm)
  • Jacket

How to get there

N37° 00' 16.7792"W122° 11' 17.7119"
Right off the Pacific Coast Highway in Santa Cruz County, Shark Fin Cove is easy to miss. Just south of Davenport you’ll see a little parking lot on the west side of the road. A short walk from the lot will bring you to the infamous shark fin shaped rock. If you walk on the north cliffside of the cove, you’ll find a path that continues along the coast providing a variety of photo possibilities and will lead you to the spot I took the featured image.

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