East Brother Island Lighthouse
East Brother Island Lighthouse sits on a tiny island in San Pablo Bay, a Victorian-era beacon surrounded entirely by water with sweeping views of the bay, the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, and the rolling hills of Marin and the East Bay. The warm red and white architecture photographs beautifully against the open sky, and the island's compact size means you can walk the perimeter quickly to find the angle that works best for your composition. Wide angles work well to include the lighthouse alongside the water and distant shoreline, while a short telephoto lets you isolate the structure against dramatic clouds or a colorful sky. Golden hour light is particularly flattering on the painted wood siding, and fog rolling across the bay adds real atmosphere. Access is by private ferry only, so plan ahead and book in advance; once there, you have the island largely to yourself. (Richmond, California, United States)
