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Embarcadero · San Francisco

Rincon Park

Urban · Waterfront · Bay Bridge

Embarcadero waterfront park beneath the Bay Bridge in San Francisco. The 'Cupid's Span' sculpture and the bridge dominate; downtown skyline backdrop.

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You may see a few photos from nearby locations here. Many shoots span multiple spots in the same session.

What it costs
$950 – $1,950
Typical range for a session at Rincon Park

Where you land comes down to the session you choose. A shorter weekday session sits at the low end; a weekend session with more time and more edited photos sits at the top. There's no deposit, and you pay after the shoot, not before.

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Rincon Park

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From the photographer
Chris Schmauch
by Chris Schmauch, owner of GoodEye Photography

Embarcadero waterfront park beneath the Bay Bridge in San Francisco.

Embarcadero waterfront park beneath the Bay Bridge in San Francisco. The 'Cupid's Span' sculpture and the bridge dominate; downtown skyline backdrop. Easy to combine with Ferry Building portraits.

What to expect

The lay of the land

Footwear
City shoes are fine. Heels are workable on most surfaces; flats for any walk-around. Avoid open-toe on rough sidewalks.
Best Time of Day
Late afternoon to twilight for the warmest tones and dimensional light against buildings. Avoid harsh midday when overhead sun flattens architecture.
Best Season
Year-round. Winter and spring have the cleanest light; summer light is harsher but workable. Fall warm-tone evenings are especially flattering.
Weather
Coastal fog in San Francisco softens light beautifully and is no obstacle. Light rain creates wonderful reflective surfaces.
Privacy
Public foot traffic is part of the city texture. Locations chosen for visual interest tolerate background activity; weekday sessions noticeably quieter.
Drive times

Getting here

Downtown SF8 min
Presidio15 min
Oakland25 min
Sausalito20 min
San Jose50 min
Approximate, off-peak driving.
Worth knowing

A few things about Rincon Park

  • Street parking + nearby lots; arrive 10-15 min early for a metered spot.

  • Exposed — wind picks up in the afternoon. Bring layers + a hair-tie if it's a coast cliff.