Drone Captures Stunning Sunset Over Quarry Lakes

Fremont resident's aerial photo showcases the beauty of Northern California nature.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 3:12pm

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An abstract, out-of-focus photograph featuring warm, glowing pools of sunset colors and light, with the shadowy shapes of a lake and surrounding landscape in the foreground, conveying a sense of tranquility and natural beauty.A drone's-eye view captures the vibrant colors and serene silhouettes of a sunset over Fremont's Quarry Lakes.Fremont Today

A Fremont resident named Steve Wilson recently used a drone to capture a breathtaking photo of a sunset over Quarry Lakes. The image offers a unique bird's-eye perspective of the scenic landscape, showcasing the contrast between the silhouetted foreground and the vibrant colors of the sky.

Why it matters

This photo highlights the growing popularity of drone photography, which allows photographers to capture stunning aerial perspectives of the natural world. It also showcases the natural beauty of the Fremont area and the Quarry Lakes recreation area, which is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike.

The details

Steve Wilson, a resident of Rancho Arroyo in Fremont, used a drone to capture the breathtaking sunset photo over Quarry Lakes. The image features the silhouetted shapes of the lakes and surrounding landscape in the foreground, contrasted by the vibrant oranges, pinks, and purples of the sky.

  • The photo was taken on an unspecified date in 2026.

The players

Steve Wilson

A Fremont resident who used a drone to capture the stunning sunset photo over Quarry Lakes.

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What they’re saying

“I always enjoy seeing contrast in photos, especially with silhouettes. Makes it feel like a video game where you haven't unlocked the rest of the map yet.”

— Fernando Haro, Patch.com Editor

The takeaway

This stunning drone photo showcases the natural beauty of the Fremont area and the growing popularity of aerial photography, which allows photographers to capture unique perspectives of the world around us.