If you’re all about mountains, trees, and rivers for all your photoshoot scenes, Colorado is the state for you!

Here is a compilation of my most recommended photogenic photoshoot locations in Colorado (permit information included!).

Enjoy!

Denver Photoshoot Locations

Cottonwood Park West

Parker, CO 80134

I just love this little park! Tucked back in a neighborhood with big trees, a bridge, trails, and water, this park makes it to my top favorite lists. The park also comes with a playground and stroller-friendly areas so this is suitable if you want to take photos with your whole family. It’s usually less busy since the area is fairly hidden. How awesome is that! Check some of my photos here.

Permit requirement: NONE

Cottonwood Park West - Family Photography

McCabe Trailhead

Parker CO, 80134

This trailhead is very similar to Cottonwood Park West in all its beauty and natural aesthetics but it also comes with access to the Cherry Creek river. Along with well-paved pathways and flat grounds that make it easy to saunter around, this place also comes with a fitness circuit, an awesome shade structure, and of course, clean, green plains. Take a look at some of the shots I’ve taken here!

Permit requirement: NONE

17 Mile House Farm Park

8181 S Parker Rd, Centennial, CO 80016

If you want the feel of having stepped back in time, this park is just the perfect spot! It’s a 160-year old farm with a big barn, two windmills, and 32 acres of plain, open space, decorated by a trail with great trees. This country-designed location is also equipped with a historic house, milk house, and loafing shed restored to their early 1900s condition. See my photos to know what I mean!

Permit requirement: NONE

17 Mile Farm House Park Family Photography

Cherry Creek Valley Ecological Park

7500 S Jasper Ct, Centennial, CO 80112

The picturesque nature appeal is here in this park with a portion of Cherry Creek running through the park. It comes with areas to view the native plants and animal species, perfect for the ambiance of staying close to nature. The park is highlighted by greenery, water, trails, and bridges fitting for chill photo sessions and scenic beauty. This spot is best enjoyed that does require some walking and dirt paths, so wear your walking shoes! Here are some photos to see what I mean!

Permit requirement: NONE

Cherry Creek Valley Ecological Park Photography

Ketring Park

6028 S Gallup St, Littleton, CO 80120

Pretty is a fitting word I would call this place, what with all the varied floral colors and kinds, pockets of trees giving shade to the plain, green grasses, a peaceful lake outlined by big boulders, and smooth, walkable pathways. You could take your pick posing in whichever spot you love inside the park. They might even have cherry blossoms during springtime! Come see these pics I took!

Permit requirement: NONE

Littles Creek Park

Littleton, CO 80120

This child-friendly, or better yet, toddler-friendly location is a great welcome treat for photoshoots done with children in tow. A wide stretch of green plains decorates the park with big trees and cherry blossoms that may bud in springtime. Any part in the venue can be a great photoshoot spot to capture your ideal scene especially if you have a talented photographer who can make it happen. View my samples here.

Permit requirement: NONE

Washington Park

S. Downing St., & E. Louisiana Ave., Denver, CO 80210

This lovely park is another go-to recommendation for all the beauty that it is. Washington Park even has two flower gardens where one of which is a copy of George Washington’s garden in Mount Vernon. The pleasant grounds and clear lake would be perfect locations for artistic, romantic, or relaxing themes. You may check out some of my final photos here!

Permit requirement: NONE (except for the Boathouse)

Millennium Bridge & Confluence Park

16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202

If you’re looking for a modern feel but still contain the thrill of nature and greenery, you would love this Denver urban area! For background options, you could take your pick from lively murals, scenic rivers and rocks, beautiful flowers, and even industrial bridges and architecture. You could easily switch off your background options between country and city life as they are just close to each other. Look at my sample photos here.

Permit requirement: NONE

City Park

Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001, Colorado Blvd, Denver CO 80205 (Meeting spot)

This well-known park offers a picturesque cityscape view of downtown Denver coupled with the balance of nature’s view that includes mountains, water, trees, and wide spaces. These awesome vistas provide a good variety of photoshoot backgrounds to choose from. Here are some of my favorite shots in this location!

Permit requirement: NONE

Red Rocks

Morrison, CO

One of the most requested photoshoot venues, Red Rocks, particularly the Red Rocks Amphitheater is very iconic because of its two jurisdictions. One part covers the amphitheater grounds that include the stage, walkways, staircases, and of course, the amphitheater seats. The other part is the photo-perfect scenes of the Red Rocks Park trail system. Some of my sample photos can be seen here.

Permit requirement: NONE (for photoshoots in the Park and with fewer than five persons using only a handheld device); YES (for photoshoots in the Amphitheater)

Mt. Falcon (West Parking Lot)

21074 Mt Falcon Rd, Indian Hills, CO 80454

Whether you’re taking pictures with your family, significant other, or career portrait, there is a wide variety of options you can select at Mount Falcon. This slice of paradise displays magnificent rock formations, groves of pine trees, and even snowy peaks that would make a simple pose Instagrammable. If you’re also up for some hiking, more views and scenes are also available including the remains of John Brisben Walker’s home and summer White House ruins. Check out some of my photos here.

Permit requirement: YES, $25 permit fee (Approval may take up to 14 days)

Metzger Farm Open Space

12080 Lowell Blvd, Westminster, CO 80234

This vintage location boasts a variety of trails, trees, and greenery that are highlighted by a small lake and farmhouse. The wide stretch of the open trail is perfect for exploring creativity in terms of photogenic shoots, especially if you’re one who wants to capture the mystery of the wildlife habitat. Here are some of the photos I took!

Permit requirement: NONE

Metzger Farm Open Space Photography Colorado

Chautauqua Park

Baseline Rd & 9th St, Boulder, CO 80302

Another open space landscape you would want to explore and enjoy is the overlooking rolling hills, pine groves, and boulders of mountain rocks in Chautauqua Park. If you’re also excited about a bit of hiking, you could take your pose with beautiful wildflowers and prairies. This venue is just perfect for any time of the year photoshoot! Take a look at some of my shots here.

Permit requirement: YES, $50 permit fee (Approval may take up to 14 days)