"What Is California Henge? California Henge occurs when the position of the sun aligns with San Francisco's east-west oriented streets, most notably California Street. As the sun rises or sets, it beams directly down the corridor framed by skyscrapers, creating a dramatic interplay of light and shadow. The effect is particularly striking when one of the Bay Bridge towers is silhouetted in the sun's path, creating an iconic photo opportunity."
"When and Where to See It In 2026, California Henge is expected to occur on April 9, 2026 according to a post by San Francisco-based photographer Sean Qiu in the San Francisco Bay Area Street Photography Facebook group. This date aligns with the spring equinox window, one of two times each year (the other being around the autumn equinox in early September) when the angle of the sun lines up with the street grid."
California Henge is a twice-yearly phenomenon when the rising or setting sun aligns with San Francisco's east–west street grid, casting golden light down California Street and often illuminating the Bay Bridge. The alignment creates a corridor of light framed by skyscrapers and can silhouette a Bay Bridge tower in the sun's path. The event typically occurs around the spring and autumn equinoxes; in 2026 it falls on April 9. Best views are from Nob Hill looking east toward the Bay Bridge, with a popular vantage at California St and Gough St. Photographers and onlookers gather for sunrise or sunset, aiming for clear skies and precise timing.
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