Brant Rock Sunrise

Brant Rock is a spectacular place to watch the sunrise, offering panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Located in Marshfield, Massachusetts, it is part of a historic coastal area originally inhabited by Native Americans, including members of the Wampanoag tribe, part of the Algonquian peoples.

For this outing, I originally started with some long exposures. As you may have noticed, I’m a huge fan of silky water views.

A long exposure of the sunrise at Brant Rock.

As the sun rose, I quickly removed my Lee Little Stopper and walked along the seawall toward the horizon. The lighting shone spectacularly.

A view of the seawall leading to a jetty at Brant Rock as the sun begin to rise.
A view of the seawall at Brant Rock leading to a jetty.

The small rocks on the beach began to glow with a golden hue, while the wind picked up, adding a dramatic touch to the scene.

Waves crashing at the shore in Brant Rock during the sunrise.
Waves crashing at the shoreline during the sunrise.

As I made my way toward the end, I noticed a person standing at the very edge of the seawall. It made me happy that someone else was witnessing the same incredible sunrise, appreciating the beauty of Brant Rock in that peaceful moment.

A person standing at the seawall in Brant Rock watching the sunrise.

As the morning light softened, the vibrant colors faded, reminding me how brief yet lasting such moments can be.


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