Stage Fort Park in Gloucester is one of our all-time favorite hidden gem locations. Tucked behind a row of trees, the coastline opens up into a sandy beach surrounded by steep rocks on either side. Because of the way the park curves around, it’s also possible to capture the sunset over the water from multiple directions.

So, naturally, when we went to photograph two of our good friends on the North shore we knew we had to stop by Stage Fort Park. After a quick stroll through downtown Gloucester, we enjoyed a stunning sunset and moonrise over the water. Here are a few favorites from the shoot!