Muir Beach Overlook
Muir Beach, CA
A dramatic coastal overlook along Highway 1 with WWII-era military observation bunkers perched on cliffs above the Pacific Ocean. The overlook provides sweeping views north toward Stinson Beach and south toward the Golden Gate. The concrete bunker structures create strong geometric foreground elements against the ocean backdrop.
Photography Guide
- Best Time
- golden hour
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Shot Types
- widelandscapelong-exposure
- Best Seasons
- springsummerfallwinter
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