Cypress Hedgerows at Sea Ranch
Has anyone photographed the hedgerows at Sea Ranch? It looks like there is a lot of private land and I'm trying to find out where the hedgerows are as I'm finding them very interesting. I may try to head down that way this April on my way to Yosemite.
Thanks.
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Hi Jim,
I have spent time photographing the hedgerows at Sea Ranch. I have done it while staying at Sea Ranch, which gives you access to all the areas where they are. Sea Ranch is a private development that is fairly heavily patrolled. Staying on site (house rental) gets you a parking (and walking)pass for the entire place I can't recall for certain, but it is possible that some of them may be on the public access paths to the beaches. A stay at Sea Ranch is always a treat. In addition to the hedge rows, there is great coastal access as well. Be aware, light can be tricky. When it is sunny during the day, it can be a mess. Best is in the fog, I think. Ground fog occurs in Winter. Very early morning and late evening can work. Anyway, the hedgerows are beautiful, sometimes a little spooky and in general a wonderful place to spent time. Also other wonderful sights to photograph in the area. (Salt Point, Bowling Ball Beach, etc) All in all that section of coast is a favorite.
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Peter, thank you. I thought that a stay might be necessary. Bright sun in the forest is no problem for me and my carbon printing and the coast is a nice addition to the hedgerows. More research is needed and thanks again.
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I'd love to photograph there on a foggy day...
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Jim, I've spent a fair amount of time in the area. Let me know if I can help.
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Salt Point, nicknamed, Pt Lobos of the north coast, is not far away and has a good campground when not overwhelmed by abalone divers. Weather is obviously a bit unpredictable in winter; but it can be quite calm between storms, with wonderfully crisp light.
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Peter Langham
Jim, I've spent a fair amount of time in the area. Let me know if I can help.
Peter,
Can you give me some ideas how to get in? Sea Ranch Lodge is closed for the season and house rental runs about $800 per night. Winter seems to be the time to go.
Thanks.
Hugo
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I've always rented houses. For lowest price, there are places on the east of Highway 1. Look for small 1 bedroom, or whatever you need. There are some really small places available. Its been a few years since I've been there, but I never paid anything like 800 a night. I just glanced at VRBO and it says average per night is about 250 (maybe optimistic), meaning there are lower prices available. I have never been there at a bad time of year. Winter can be days of watching storms move through, sunny and warm or whatever. The ground fog is not easy to predict and I suspect good result for fog require real commitment or good luck.
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Peter, thanks for this information. I'm planning a trip here at some point in the coming year. Hugo, let me know your plans maybe we can hook up. PM me.
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Incidentally, it's just been announced that abalone season is closed the entire coming year, so that removes that particular crowd from public campsites, if that option is chosen.