Are you getting ready to schedule your engagement photos or wedding portraits in Utah Valley? I’ve rounded up three of the most amazing photo locations that Utah Valley has to offer! Each location is unique in its own way and there’s a little something for everyone. Whether you are looking for a classic timeless backdrop, something with a sense of adventure, or a location that is heavy on whimsy, you’ll find them all below. Keep reading for more!
Provo Canyon Wildflowers
Spectacular mountain views combined with the yearly bloom of wildflowers makes Provo Canyon one of my top picks for photo locations in Utah Valley! When the meadow is in bloom you’ll find gorgeous sego lilies and mountain sunflowers in every direction. It is a wondrous sight to behold with several different trails all offering their own unique blooms.
Who It’s For | Playful couples who want to add a touch of whimsy to their photo experience.
Visiting | Summer is the best time to visit to enjoy the full experience of the wildflowers for your photos in Utah Valley! However, we have a very short window of time to take advantage of, with July and August being the best months for visiting. It’s also important to mention that a short hike will be part of our photo shoot at the Wildflowers.
Fees | There are two sets of fees for visiting Provo Canyon Summer April – October and winter, November – March. The summer rates are $20 per vehicle or $5 per person to walk in. The winter rates are $10 per vehicle or $4 per person to walk in.
Getting There | From Interstate 15 Take Exit 284 in the Highland/Lehi area. Head east on State Route 92 to American Fork Canyon, where you’ll pay a $3 toll.
Parking | Depending on where we choose to access the wildflowers, there are several places to park. I can discuss the best options with you when we schedule your session.
Scheduling Your Engagement Photos at Provo Canyon During Wildflower Season
If you can, scheduling your engagement photos in July or August is highly recommended. Provo Canyon is still just as beautiful before and after the wildflowers, but there is something truly memorable about engagement photos at Provo Canyon surrounded by wildflowers. As far as this list of photo locations in Utah Valley, this location is one that takes delicate planning. You can find out more about working with me to capture your engagement photos or wedding portraits at Provo Canyon, during wildflower season, here.
Tibble Fork
A delicate creek surrounded by verdant greenery and mountain views, Tibble Fork has idyllic scenery all year round! Nestled in the scenic Wasatch Mountains Tibble Fork overlooks the glittering Silver Lake.
Who It’s For | Looking for those quintessential views of the canyon during your engagement photos or wedding portraits? Tibble Fork is one of the most amazing photo locations in Utah Valley for embodying the magic!
Visiting | The drive to Tibble Fork Reservoir is an adventure in itself! You’ll get full views of the canyon before arriving at our destination. Tibble Fork is a hotspot for outdoor recreational activities, but there are plenty of hidden gem locations for us to work on your photography experience.
Fees | There is a $6 fee due in order to access the road leading to the canyon. However, if you have a National Parks Pass, the cost will be covered by your pass.
Getting There | To get there, take the Alpine-Highland to exit 284. Stay on Hwy 92 and turn left at North Fork junction in American Fork Canyon.
Parking | There is ample parking by the granite Flat Campground and Tibble Fork Reservoir. However, where we park will depend on what we have planned for your session and we can discuss this during your consultation.
Scheduling Your Engagement Photos at Tibble Fork Reservoir
Capturing your engagement photos or wedding portraits at Tibble Fork Reservoir will be an adventure! If you’re willing to brave the cold we can create a magical wintery wonderland photo experience. Or, if what you want is photos with that soft glow, we can work on a sunrise or sunset shoot, any time of the year. You can find out more about working with me to capture your engagement photos or wedding portraits at Tibble Fork Reservoir, here.
Thanksgiving Point
Ashton Gardens at Thanksgiving Point is a stunning location to capture your engagement photos or wedding portraits. The setting is a cozy vibe with an air of whimsy. I personally love photo locations in Utah Valley with a wide range of backdrops because we can use them to set the scene for a timeless photography experience.
Who It’s For | Couples who want a classic engagement photo or wedding portrait experience with a touch of English garden vibes!
Visiting | An advance reservation will be required for your photography session at Ashton Gardens. Thanksgiving Point has several facilities including a museum and a wedding venue. If you are not planning your wedding reception at Thanksgiving Point, but still want to access the gardens for your portraits (or even your engagement photos) there will likely be surrounding foot traffic.
Fees | If you wish to schedule your engagement or wedding portraits at Thanksgiving Point at Ashton Gardens, there is an entrance fee of $27.
Getting There | Thanksgiving Point is located halfway between Salt Lake City and Provo, off Interstate 15 at the Point of the Mountain. To get there, take exit 284 (Alpine/Highland) and proceed west.
Parking | There are several parking lots at Thanksgiving Point for each of the facilities. Once we have scheduled the day and time of your shoot, I will provide you with further details on parking.
Scheduling Your Engagement Photos or Wedding Portraits at Thanksgiving Point
Having worked at Thanksgiving Point with my couples for both engagement photos and wedding portraits, I can personally attest that it is one of the more versatile photo locations in Utah Valley. The backdrop provides a mix of romance with a dash of whimsy, wrapped up in timeless heirloom photos. You can find out more about working with me to capture your engagement photos or wedding portraits at Thanksgiving Point, here. Again, an advance reservation with Thanksgiving Point will be required.