Beautiful Photo Session Locations | Reno, Nevada

The number one question I get asked every time I am scheduling a photography session is, "Where do you think we should do the photo shoot?". This question is usually followed up with thoughts such as, "I would like somewhere really pretty" or "I would like beautiful colors in the location". This is even more so true in the fall when everybody is looking for those gorgeous colors in their family photos. I have gathered photos from my favorite locations to have sessions at in and around the Reno area.

The first location I love, and my favorite place to have sessions of any kind, is Callahan Ranch Park in South Reno. Callahan is located off of Mount Rose Highway, just west of Raley's Supermarket and Galena High School. It is a gorgeous park, with gorgeous light! Just check out this beautiful photo of one of my favorite families to photograph.

Callahan is known for it's variety of backdrops - from the gorgeous Galena Forest, to open fields, to a nice grassy area with beautiful backgrounds. Here are a few more photos from the various areas around the park.

Another location I love, which is very popular due to it's blooming beauty in the spring/summer and gorgeous colors in the fall, is Rancho San Rafael. It is beautiful with SO many different looks and locations throughout the large park. This picture was taken in an open area surrounded by trees and gorgeous light drifting in.

Whether it is in the blooming months of spring or in the late fall and winter months, Rancho San Rafael is always a beautiful location for family photos. The lighting throughout the park is gorgeous.

Another favorite of mine is Crystal Peak Park in Verdi. This park is known for it's Nevada charm. It is full of wide open fields of beauty and light. One cool aspect of this park is that it was once home to Verdi Glen Resort, long ago lost in a fire. The old fireplace from the main dining area still remains and makes for an awesome backdrop for photos.

Caughlin Crossing park is another location that I absolutely love, especially in the fall. While this park is not well known, and not easily found on the map, it is gorgeous nonetheless.

One of the most gorgeous locations in Reno is The Hytch at Sierra Water Gardens. This private oasis is stunning, with the pond, dock, and fairytale like scenery. Without a doubt, one of our favorite locations to do a session. (please note there is an additional fee to hold your session at this location).

Reno has so many beautiful locations to choose from for your photo session. In addition to these, there is also Crissie Caughlin Park in West Reno; Bartley Ranch in South Reno; and the amazing campus at the University of Nevada, Reno.