Central Coast Gallery
The Central Coast
This photo was taken on Moonstone Beach in Cambria.
On a winter day, you will often find this area nearly
deserted. Some of the sunniest days on the Central Coast
occur in January, February and March. The flat sandy
beach and boardwalk along the bluffs make this beach
easily accessible. All photos by Charles MacKinnon.
The Central Coast of California is paradise for a photographer.
The scenery is spectacular, with Highway One affording
expansive vistas at every turn.
From Cayucos to Carmel, most areas of coastline are now
protected from development. The coastal hills and shores
remain unspoiled and wildlife is abundant.
Every spring, the hills are a riot of color as the wildflowers come
into bloom.
Marine life is easily observable from shore. Sea lions and
harbor seals blanket the rocks near offshore, and sea otters
frolic in the kelp beds. Great shots of elephant seals can be
taken any time of year at Piedras Blancas near San Simeon.
Driving through Big Sur, you could just point the camera at
random and get a good shot. The area is so awesomely
beautiful.
Waterfalls, redwood forests, birds....the subjects are endless.
We carry our cameras everywhere. Some of our best shots are
taken just steps from our door.
Enjoy our photos, and please send ones you would like to
share to deci@crystalinecove.net.
Bixby Bridge, Highway One, Big Sur.
Spring Wildflowers at Fiscalini Ranch, Cambria.
Califonia Poppies on Cambria bluffs.
Beach at San Simeon
Big Creek Bridge, Big Sur
Salmon Creek, Big Sur