Sanya H Photography
Outdoor Location Guide
Discovery Park, Seattle | Location
This is hands-down my number one recommended location in Seattle area. This over 534-acre park offers stunning views of the puget sound, tall grass fields, a sea of wildflowers (in summertime) and the most gorgeous lighting at golden hour.
Most of my sessions take place in the bluff area (in the tall grass fields with views of the ocean & mountains - please see below). This location requires about a 15 minute easy-moderate hike from the parking lot and offers privacy
Please note: To get beach area and lighthouse, a further 15-20 minute steep climb down steps is required. A permit may be arranged to drive and park at the beach/lighthouse for additional cost, so please let me know if that is something you are interested in.
Only portable restrooms available near South parking lot. Should you choose to change outfits, there is plenty of secluded areas for a make-shift changing room but no actual restrooms in the area where we will be.
Golden Gardens Beach Park, Seattle | Location
One of Seattle’s few sandy beaches, this park is the perfect backdrop for a beach session at sunset.
Added pluses: Mountains in the background, a large field and cherry blossom trees in early spring!!
Plenty of parking and restrooms available on site
Blyth Park, Bothell | Location on Map
This hidden gem is an abandoned golf-course turned into a park. It offers a quiet space, with open fields, dense woods and a small creek.
Plenty of parking, with about a 7 minute walk required to get to the good areas
Restrooms located nearby
Scattered Seeds Farm, Monroe | Location on Map
This one is for the flower lovers! Located in Monroe, WA - this is a private owned flower farm that offers a lovely location option with lots of color.
Flower bloom is subject to weather and time of year!
Location requires reservation fee of $75 and allows weather-related rescheduling
Parking and restrooms on property
WA Park Arboretum, Seattle | Location on Map
This 230-acre preserve features all year round foliage, a Japanese garden and a beautiful stone bridge
Location is large and requires some walking
Multiple parking lots available throughout park
Bellevue Botanical Gardens, Bellevue | Location on Map
Offers plenty of color and a variety of greenery, all year round
Flower bloom is subject to weather and time of year
This location is great of families who want morning/day time session as there are plenty of open and shaded areas in the park
Parking and restrooms on location
Log Boom Park, Kenmore | Location on Map
Great option for a peaceful waterfront park option in the area
Easy access close to parking lot
Parking and restrooms available
North Bend, WA | Multiple locations
This is a great mid-way adventure location option in the North Bend/Snoqualmie area. Plenty of great spots to choose from such as. Gold Creek Pond (crystal clear mountain reflections), Franklin Falls (waterfall), Meadowbrook Farms (large field with a view of Mount Si)
Subject to weather & road conditions
Some locations may require short hikes
1 hour away from Seattle area | Travel fee applies - $100
Paradise, Mt. Rainier | Location on Map | June to Oct (Only)
The jewel crown of the PNW - Mt. Rainier National Park is the ultimate location if you are looking for photos that capture the PNW beauty!
Subject to weather conditions
Location requires some moderate hiking
2.5 hour away from Seattle area | Travel fee applies - $250
Canon Beach, Oregon | Location on Map
If you’re looking to capture the unique charm of the Oregon coast, Canon beach is a classic location offering some of the most stunning rock formations.
3.5 hour away from Seattle area | Travel fee applies - $250
Parking and restrooms available
