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8 Reasons Why You Should Have A Shenandoah National Park Engagement Session

Why You Should Totally Have A Shenandoah National Park Engagement Session

If you’re looking for an engagement session location, you have so many options. There are beachfront and mountains, gardens and forests. But if you’re looking for the perfect place to capture the love story of your life, look no further than Shenandoah National Park for your engagement photos!

Shenandoah National Park is a lush wonderland of trees and waterfalls, where deer roam freely among the trails and wildflowers bloom throughout the summer months. It’s an absolutely stunning backdrop for photos – and it’s just minutes from Washington D.C.!

Why Shenandoah National Park? Here are 8 fantastic reasons:

1) You don’t need a permit.

There are no permits required for outdoor photography in this park. That means that if you want to take advantage of the beautiful scenery without worrying about additional costs, this is the perfect place!

2) The Water:

Shenandoah is known for its waterfalls, especially during the spring when they are at their peak. There are dozens of beautiful places to take photos along Skyline Drive, but if you’re looking for something a bit more off the beaten path, take a hike down one of the many trails and explore!

3) Diversity:

The park has everything from rolling hills to rocky cliffs to overlooks with panoramic views – and that’s just on one trail! With over 500 miles of hiking trails available for Shenandoah National Park engagement sessions, your photographer will have plenty of options when it comes time to choose where to shoot next. 

4) The Trees:

Shenandoah is covered in beautiful trees, which makes it an excellent place to take your Big Meadows engagement photos. There are many options along Skyline Drive and even more if you venture off-road and into the woods!

5) Seasonality:

The park changes with each season, so there are always new things happening there at any given time of year. From the vibrant colors of fall to the early spring blooms, your photographer will have plenty of options when it comes time to choose where to shoot next.

6) The Sky:

This National Park is known for its beautiful blue skies. Whether it’s a soft and hazy summer day or a crisp, clear fall one, options are always available to make your Shenandoah National Park engagement photos shine!

7) The Sunsets:

Shenandoah is a beautiful place to visit any time of day, but if you’re looking for the best views, head out in the late afternoon when the sun is setting over Skyline Drive. The sky will be filled with pinks and purples, making it perfect for your Big Meadows engagement photos!

8) You won’t have to worry about crowds.

The park is huge, and there are plenty of trails to explore. That means you’ll rarely come across another photographer, which can be a big bonus if you’re looking for an intimate experience.

Looking for an engagement photographer to do the job?

If you’re looking for an engagement session location with incredible views no matter where you go that makes you feel like you’re in a fairytale, Shenandoah National Park might be the perfect spot. There are truly so many different locations in this gorgeous park that you could never take the same photo twice!

If you’re also searching for a Virginia wedding photographer to capture gorgeous photos, I would love to help you plan your Shenandoah National Park engagement session! Get in touch and inquire about availability for your wedding day. 

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You’d never know by the photos above that it was actually pouring down rain before the session! We waited it out and were not disappointed with the results! Plus, it was virtually empty of people the entire time!

Wondering where we went to take these gorgeous Shenandoah National Park engagement photos? I can definitely give you the inside scoop and help you plan out your engagement session locations! Just get in touch and we can talk all the details!

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