The most photogenic parks in California

California is known as a haven for nature photographers like Robert Testagrossa, as it has no shortage of otherworldly sceneries. If you want to take photos of landscapes and wildlife in the Golden State, be sure to head to some of these parks.

Emerald Bay State Park

It is easy to see why Emerald Bay State Park is a favorite destination among Californians and visitors. The park is nestled against the majestic Lake Tahoe's shores and has stunning views of the Sierra Nevada and Carson Mountain ranges behind. Emerald Bay State Park is also home to Eagle Falls, a glacial waterfall that provides photographers with a picturesque subject.

Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park

It is said that Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park is photographed more than a thousand times every day. Located in Big Sur, it is home to hiking trails, overlooks, waterfalls, and bird and marine animals that make for good pictures. Robert Testagrossa recommends visiting McWay Falls, a waterfall with an 80-foot drop that cascades into the ocean.

Redwood National Park

Are you looking to take shots of the commanding redwood trees? Then go to Redwood National Park, where approximately 35 percent of all remaining coastal redwoods are. Redwood National Park is also home to hundreds of animal species. The place looks out of this world and even served as the filming location for Forest Moon of Endor in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi.

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

The Sequoia and Kings Canyon are, in fact, two separate national parks, but they are adjacent, and one fee provides visitors access to both parks. Aside from the largest trees known on the planet, several nature photography subjects exist in the parks. These include a wide array of plant and animal species, snowy elevations, and subterranean cave networks, some of which are easy to explore, says Robert Testagrossa.

Yosemite National Park

Of course, one of the most famous national parks in the world should be included in this list. Yosemite National Park is high on many people's bucket lists because of its jaw-dropping sceneries, wildlife, waterfalls, plant life, cliffs, and rock formations.