"Big Sur Cypress Trees"

March 2010, Big Sur, California
Canon EOS 5D MK2, Canon 24-70 lens
"McWay Cove Walkway"

March 2010, Big Sur, California
Canon EOS 5D MK2, Canon 24-70 lens
"Overlook at Big Sur"

March 2010, Big Sur, California
Canon EOS 5D MK2, Canon 24-70 lens
"Cypress Row"

March 2010, Big Sur, California
Canon EOS 5D MK2, Canon 24-70 lens

In typical fashion, the coastal fog was in the process of burning off as I shot this mid-morning image of McWay Cove.  A row of cypress trees with their characteristic exposed roots stand vigil over the cove.
"Partington Cove Footbridge"

March 2010, Big Sur, California
Canon EOS 5D MK2, Canon 16-35 lens

Footbridges such as this one at Partington Cove can be found throughout Big Sur.  Big Sur has no shortage of creeks, and heavy rains will often transform these creeks into full blown rivers.  Without these footbridges it would be difficult or even impossible to fjord some of these waterways in the winter and spring.  Unfortunately several of these bridges were destroyed in the huge Basin Fire in the summer of 2008.  Given California's present economic malaise, it is hard to tell when these bridges will be rebuilt.
"Partington Cove Tunnel"

March 2010, Big Sur, California
Canon EOS 5D MK2, Canon 16-35 lens

Partington Cove Tunnel is one of Big Sur's hidden gems. It was built in the late 19th century as a means to transport tan bark to waiting ships in Partington Cove. The tunnel is approximately 100 feet long.
"McWay Cove"

February 2011, Big Sur, California
Canon EOS 5D MK2, Canon 24-70 lens

This is my take on one of the most photographed locations in California.  McWay Falls can be seen through the tree, and is one of only two waterfalls in California which plummets straight into the Pacific.
"Big Sur Cypress Trees"

March 2010, Big Sur, California
Canon EOS 5D MK2, Canon 24-70 lens
"Big Sur Cypress Trees"

March 2010, Big Sur, California
Canon EOS 5D MK2, Canon 24-70 lens
See photo in original gallery.