Whytecliff Park
Whytecliff Park sits at the western edge of West Vancouver, where Howe Sound opens up toward the open Pacific, offering a dramatic mix of rocky shoreline, driftwood-strewn beaches, and jagged coastal cliffs backed by the peaks of the Coast Mountains. The small island just offshore, connected to the mainland at low tide, makes for a compelling subject and gives you a natural anchor point for compositions. Shoot from the lower rocky beach to frame the island against the mountain backdrop, or climb the short trail up to the cliff-top viewpoints for a wider perspective over the sound. Golden hour light in the late afternoon and evening is especially rewarding here, with warm tones washing across the water and mountains. Come on a weekday to avoid crowds; parking fills quickly on weekends. A wide-angle lens handles the expansive scenery well, though a short telephoto helps compress the distant peaks. (West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada)
