Choosing the perfect backdrop for your family portraits, maternity session, senior photos, or milestone celebration is one of the most exciting parts of planning your photo shoot!

Elk Grove offers a beautiful variety of photo locations to match your style and vision—from tree-lined parks with golden afternoon light to urban settings with modern architecture, open fields perfect for sunset sessions, and charming natural areas that provide year-round beauty.

As your Elk Grove photographer, I've scouted the best spots throughout the area to ensure your session feels authentic and stress-free.

Browse through these location samples below to find the setting that speaks to you. If you’re looking for something different, know that I'm here to help you choose the ideal backdrop for your family's story and am happy to review other options as well.

Location 1 - Weeping Willows

  • Easy to get to from parking area

  • Has water feature (lake)

  • Beautiful trees

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Location 2 - Perfectly Pampas

  • A little hard to get to from parking area, but not too bad

  • Has water feature (lake)

  • Pampas grass & less manicured grass areas

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Location 3 - Woodland Wonder

  • Easy to get to from parking area

  • Has water feature (lake)

  • Woodsy feel

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Location 4 - Pretty Park

  • Has water feature (pond)

  • Has a bridge

  • Has a great variety of areas

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Location 5 - Lakeside Landing

  • Easy to get to from parking area

  • Has water feature (lake)

  • Has bridges

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Location 6 - Bridge Views

  • Easy to get to from parking area

  • Has bridges

  • Has beautiful lighting

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Location 7 - River Walk

  • Longer walk from parking area

  • Has bridges

  • Woodsy

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Location 8 - Autumn Avenue

  • Easy to get to from parking area

  • Trail / Pathway

  • Great foliage and colors

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Location 9 - Wetlands

  • Longer walk from parking area

  • Has water feature (wetlands)

  • Beautiful wetland landscape

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Location 10 - Secret Garden

  • Easy to get to from parking area

  • Has water feature (lake)

  • Has beautiful stone area

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Other locations are also available - these are just some of my favorites in and around the Elk Grove area for photos.

If you have somewhere special in mind, just let me know where.