You may see a few photos from nearby locations here. Many shoots span multiple spots in the same session.
Windy Hill Summit
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Where we shoot, on a map
Open-space summit above Portola Valley with 360° views of the South Bay.
Open-space summit above Portola Valley with 360° views of the South Bay. Short hike to the top from the parking area; rolling grass and a single oak at the peak. Best at golden hour when the wind drops and the bay glows. For sessions, the setting works best when there's a clear plan: which light, which path in, what the weather is doing. Chris's note on this location is in the field below — every destination here gets a real, photographer-tested read rather than a glossy travel description.
The lay of the land
Getting here
A few things about Windy Hill Summit
Exposed — wind picks up in the afternoon. Bring layers + a hair-tie if it's a coast cliff.