While on west coast for a conference we decided to make an adventure out of it.

Palace of Fine Arts reflected in its lagoon with classical architecture and columns in San Francisco.
Rugged coastal landscape with rocky outcrops and crashing waves along a misty shoreline.
Wooden pier with barrel overlooks San Francisco Bay with Alcatraz Island in the distance.
Seagull perched on railing with Alcatraz Island visible across the San Francisco Bay.
Marina dock with boats and lighthouse tower at sunset with mountains in the background.
Golden Gate Bridge with yellow wildflowers in foreground and San Francisco Bay views.
Row of colorful Victorian Painted Lady houses in San Francisco with city skyline behind.

Drive down 101

I took a day adventure to go see the Elephant Seals and explore an Año Nuevo State Park.

Dramatic coastal cliffs and sandy beach along the California coastline.