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Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM Lens
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Trojan Point view of Mount Tamalpais

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Less than an hour away from San Francisco, Trojan Point offers a stunning view of the Pacific Ocean and winding road. Stand at the edge of the world while watching the afternoon light kiss the green rolling hills of Mount Tamalpais as the setting sun dips below the horizon.

Plan

Overview

Skill level

Easy
Accessbility
Public Location

Hours

7AM-Sunset

Fee

Free

Pack

  • Telephoto Lens (105mm)
  • Model
  • Sturdy shoes
  • Light jacket

How to get there

N37° 54' 22.2912"W122° 36' 54.5472"
This image was taken from a trail overlooking Trojan Point, a couple of feet away from the parking lot, with a view of Mount Tamalpais. To get to this perspective, follow Highway 1 north, towards Muir Beach. Upon reaching the intersection, turn right onto Panoramic Highway. Follow the road for about 15 minutes until reaching Pantoll Road. Take a final right at the intersection onto Pantoll Road and the parking lot of Trojan Point should be on the right. From the parking lot (37.906233, -122.614647), cautiously walk across the road toward a trail entrance marked by a group of wooden fences. Make your way to the trail on the right (far right of the wooden fences), as the higher-up perspective creates more balance within the composition. Lastly, head up about 50 feet to reach this perspective.

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