Best Family Photography Locations in Raleigh-Durham
“What are the best locations you recommend for photo shoots?”
This is one of the most common questions I get asked as a family photographer, and I thought I’d compile some of my favorite spots around the Raleigh-Durham area for y’all! Whether you’re a potential client, current client, or a fellow photographer, I hope this blog helps provide some insight as to why I like the family-friendly locations listed below!
Umstead Park (Raleigh)
Why I like it:
Beautiful and natural backdrop
Clean paved paths
Magnificent trees (looks pretty in every season!)
Open and spacious
Perfect place if you want to capture the fall season + colorful leaves!
Fun location to explore nature with your kids!
Free and easy parking
American Tobacco Campus (Durham)
Why I like it:
Industrial, yet modern feel
Gorgeous brick backdrops
Iconic location
Lots of interesting attractions/structures
Easy parking and normally free on certain days and times
Plenty of restaurants to enjoy afterwards with the kids!
Dix Park (Raleigh)
Why I like it:
Pretty open fields
Stunning golden hour light!
Natural and organic feel
Easy parking and normally free on weekends
Perfect and safe place for kids to run around!
Duke University (Durham)
Why I like it:
Magnificent architecture
Excellent variety of backdrops (from archways to natural backdrops)
Iconic location
Paved paths with scenic displays
Easy parking and convenient location
UNC (Chapel Hill)
Why I like it:
Lots of GORGEOUS backdrops
Scholarly, yet charming feel
Excellent variety of backdrops (from grand buildings to natural pathways)
Iconic location
Super fun attractions (Old Well, Davie Bench, McCorkle Place, etc.)
West Point on the Eno (Durham)
Why I like it:
Rustic and natural backdrop
Lots of beautiful trees and dirt pathways
Scenic backdrop for the fall (with lots of pretty leaves!)
Fun location for kids to explore and interact with nature!
Free and easy parking