I've gathered all of my favorite photo session locations with example photos and details to help make your decision easy. Are you looking for something else? Let me know – I'm always open to chat about new locations!

Elbert County

1.) Located in: Elizabeth, CO

Best Seasons: All

Best Time of Day: 1-2 hours before sunset

Available for: 30+ minute photo sessions // Families, Seniors, Couples, Children, Headshots

Accessibility: photo areas are near parking, no pavement or trails

Info: This location is fantastic – especially in the winter because the pine trees look great year-round. It is a level area, so there isn’t very much walking required and no hills to climb. Not a busy location. Pets are welcome.

Permit Fees: No.

2.) Located in: Kiowa, CO (Temporarily Unavailable)

Best Seasons: All, but spring, summer and fall are my favorites. Spring usually has green grass and wildflowers. Fall has tall yellow grass and great sunsets. Summer is a beautiful mix of both.

Best Time of Day: SUNSET ONLY (this will mean late start times in the summer!)

Available for: 30+ minute photo sessions // Families, Seniors, Couples, Children, Headshots

Accessibility: moderate walking in tall prairie grass

Info: The farm is beautiful at golden hour! The fields, Pikes Peak, and red barn make great backdrops. Exclusive/secluded location that is available for my returning clients. All farm photo sessions will be scheduled to begin 30-60 minutes before sunset due to the lack of shade. Please wear closed toe shoes or boots to protect your feet. Pets are welcome.

Permit Fees: No.

Douglas County

3.) Located in: Franktown

Best Seasons: All

Best Time of Day: Morning or Evening

Available for: 30+ minute photo sessions // Families, Seniors, Children, Headshots

Accessibility: moderate walking required, handicap parking available, public restrooms available

Info: Incredible canyon and bridge views. Open fields, and sunflowers in the late summer. This location does not allow pets and is not recommended for clients with young children – the majority of photo backdrops are next to cliff edges.

Permit Fees: $50. This is a Colorado State Park that requires a paid photography permit (currently $50) as well as a $10 per-car entry fee. There is no entry fee if you have a current Colorado State Parks Pass, but the photography permit is required either way.

4.) Located in: Franktown

Best Seasons: All

Best Time of Day: Morning or Evening

Available for: 30+ minute photo sessions // Families, Seniors, Couples, Children, Headshots

Accessibility: moderate walking required, handicap parking available

Info: This location includes original homestead ruins and a gravel path with several great photography location options. There are some canyon views and beautiful wood fences. Pets are welcome.

Permit Fees: $50. This is a Colorado State Park that requires a paid photography permit (currently $50) as well as a $10 per-car entry fee. There is no entry fee if you have a current Colorado State Parks Pass, but the photography permit is required either way.

5.) Located in: Parker

Best Seasons: Summer, Fall

Best Time of Day: Morning or Evening

Available for: 60+ minute photo sessions // Families, Seniors, Couples, Children, Headshots

Accessibility: moderate walking is required, handicap parking, paved level paths, public restrooms available

Info: This location has a lot of variety with large trees, a garden area, open fields, and Cherry Creek. This is a very busy public location, but it is usually possible to avoid the crowds and find less busy areas for photos. Pets are welcome.

Permit Fees: No

6.) Located in: Parker

Best Seasons: All

Best Time of Day: Morning or Evening

Available for: 60+ minute photo sessions // Seniors, Couples, Headshots

Accessibility: moderate walking required, handicap parking, sidewalks

Info: This is a great urban area with unlimited options for colors and textures. I don't recommend this location for families with young children.

Permit Fees: No

7.) Located in: Castle Rock

Best Seasons: All

Best Time of Day: Morning or Evening

Available for: 30+ minute photo sessions // Families, Seniors, Couples, Children, Headshots

Accessibility: moderate walking required, paved paths, street side parking

Info: This location has great variety with large trees (including pines), an open meadow with cliffs in the background, and a small foot bridge. This location is not usually very busy. Pets are welcome.

Permit Fees: No.

  8.) Located in: Highlands Ranch

Best Seasons: All

Best Time of Day: Morning or Evening

Available for: 60+ minute photo sessions // Families, Seniors, Couples, Children, Headshots

Accessibility: moderate walking required, handicap parking available

Info: This property is an event venue, so availability is limited on certain dates. You can view their calendar and available dates here: https://highlandsranchmansion.com/. *The mansion does not allow indoor photo sessions, but their grounds are beautiful!

Permit Fees: No.

Arapahoe County

9.) Located in: Littleton

Best Seasons: Summer and Fall

Best Time of Day: Evening

Available for: 60+ minute photo sessions // Families, Seniors, Couples, Children, Headshots

Accessibility: very little walking required

Info: This is a gorgeous garden location with a colorful rose garden and gazebo. Pets are welcome.

Permit fees: Yes/No. This location does require a paid photography permit, however, this is one that I purchase each year.

10.) Hudson Gardens, Littleton

Best Seasons: Spring, Summer, and Fall

Best Time of Day: Evening

Available for: 60+ minute photo sessions // Families, Seniors, Couples, Children, Headshots

Accessibility: moderate walking required for some areas, handicap parking available, public restrooms are usually available until 5:00pm

Info: This is a gorgeous garden location with many beautiful areas for photos, including a rose garden, lily pond, walking bridge, and historic red barn. Hudson Gardens does not allow pets.

Permit fees: $50. Hudson Gardens charges a mandatory $50 fee for all photography sessions. (See more information here: https://www.hudsongardens.org/explore/photography-permit/)

11.) Denver Botanic Gardens, Denver

Best Seasons: Spring, Summer, and Fall

Best Time of Day: Evening

Available for: 60+ minute photo sessions // Families, Seniors, Couples, Children, Headshots

Accessibility: moderate walking required, handicap parking available, public restrooms, food and drink may be available to purchase

Info: The Denver Botanic Gardens is one of the most beautiful and diverse locations available for senior photos. The gardens are often busy – especially on the weekends – so weeknights are best. Entry into every area cannot be guaranteed due to closures for weddings and events, but I'm happy to verify which areas may be affected when I apply for the permit.

Permit Fees: $150. This covers a travel fee of $50 and a mandatory $100 photography permit fee charged by the gardens. The photography permit fee includes entry for up to 6 people, including myself as the photographer, for up to two hours of photography time. (See more information here: https://www.botanicgardens.org/york-street/york-street-photo-policy)