Discover Jefferson
66 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Mt Falcon Park
Mt Falcon offers stunning views of the Rocky Mountains, making it a popular spot for landscape photography. It features trails and historical sites like the ruins of Walker Home.
Red Rocks Park
Famous for its unique red rock formations, this location is ideal for landscape and sunset photography.
Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre
Red Rocks Park is known for its stunning natural rock formations and is a great spot for capturing both landscapes and live music performances. The amphitheater's unique architecture amidst natural beauty makes it a must-visit for photographers.
Lookout Mountain Park
Located on Lookout Mountain, this park provides stunning views of the Denver area. It's ideal for landscape and panoramic photography.
Mount Falcon
Located west of Denver, this park offers stunning mountain views and scenic trails, ideal for landscape and nature photography.
Denver Botanic Gardens (Chatfield Farms)
While not in Littleton, this nearby location offers beautiful gardens and a farm setting, perfect for nature or floral photography. A photography permit is required.
Red Rocks Park & Amphitheater
Renowned for its stunning red rock formations, this location provides a unique backdrop for dramatic and artistic photography.
Matthews/Winter Park
Located just off I-70, this park offers scenic red rock views and is an alternative to Red Rocks Park for unique landscapes.
Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Known for its acoustics and stunning geological formations, Red Rocks Amphitheatre is a photographer's paradise during sunset, offering dramatic lighting and unique rock textures.
North Table Mountain
Offers panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains and surrounding landscape, ideal for dramatic landscapes and vistas.
Waterton Canyon
Features a scenic canyon with wildlife viewing opportunities, suitable for nature or wildlife photography. It's a bit further from Littleton.
Mt. Falcon West
Offers majestic mountain views and a mountain vibe perfect for capturing golden hour magic or sunset hues.
Boettcher Mansion
Located on Lookout Mountain, this mansion offers elegant architecture and beautiful stonework, making it perfect for classy photography sessions.
West Mount Falcon
A versatile location with mountain views, evergreen forests, and rock formations. It's ideal for capturing diverse landscapes and portraits.
Staunton State Park
A park featuring extensive trails, rock formations, and waterfalls, ideal for landscape and nature photography.
Red Rocks Amphitheater
Known for its reddish sandstone formations, Red Rocks offers a majestic backdrop for photography. It is a popular location for family photos and offers a variety of angles, including the amphitheater itself and the surrounding landscape.
Mount Falcon West Trailhead
Located in Evergreen, this trailhead offers stunning views of the Rocky Mountains and is perfect for landscape and nature photography.
Mount Falcon Park
Known for its breathtaking mountain views, especially during sunset, this park is ideal for family, engagement, and high school senior photos.
Golden Gate Canyon State Park
Located just outside Golden, this park offers breathtaking landscapes with rolling hills, forests, and panoramic views of the Front Range. It's ideal for nature and landscape photography, with opportunities to capture wildlife and scenic vistas.
Meyer Ranch Park
Also in Conifer, this park features open meadows and mountain vistas, suitable for landscape or wildlife photography.
Matthews/Winter Park (Red Rocks)
A scenic park offering stunning views of the red rocks and surrounding landscape, ideal for unique landscape shots.
Matthews/Winters Park
Located just outside of Golden, this park offers stunning sunset views behind the foothills. It requires a photography permit.
Elk Falls Trail
A scenic hike with stunning views of the Rocky Mountains and a picturesque waterfall, perfect for nature and landscape photography.
Alderfer/Three Sisters Park
A picturesque park offering beautiful mountain views, shady forested areas with evergreen trees, and a historic barn. It's ideal for all-year photography due to its diverse landscapes and accessible trails.
Golden Cliffs
Part of North Table Mountain, this location offers unique opportunities to capture climbers and slack liners in action. It's a great spot for aerial or action photography.
Lost Creek Scenic Area
A National Natural Landmark featuring unique rock formations and underground streams, great for capturing unusual landscapes.
Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre
A unique park featuring red rock formations and a famous amphitheater. It's ideal for landscape and architecture photography.
Alderfer / 3 Sisters Park
Known for its wildflowers and rustic barns, this park is ideal for nature and family photography, especially in spring.
South Table Mountain
A scenic mountain offering expansive views of Golden and the surrounding landscape. Ideal for sunrise or sunset photography.
Mount Falcon East Trailhead
Located in Morrison, this trailhead offers easy access to open fields with views of Red Rocks, making it perfect for landscape and nature photography.
Beaver Brook Trail
A scenic hiking trail that offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. It’s perfect for nature and landscape photography, with opportunities to capture unique rock formations and diverse wildlife.
Buffalo Bill Museum & Grave
Situated on Lookout Mountain, featuring a historic museum and dramatic views, ideal for capturing scenic vistas and historical architecture.
Alderfer/3 Sisters Park
Located in Evergreen, this park features a rustic old barn, sweeping meadows with wildflowers, sandstone formations, and pine trees, making it perfect for family and nature photography.
Pine Valley Ranch Park
Features dense forests, a tranquil lake, and scenic trails, offering diverse photography opportunities for both close-ups and wide-angle shots.
Mayhem Gulch Parking Lot
This parking lot serves as a starting point for accessing Clear Creek Canyon, offering views of sheer rock walls and scenic hiking trails. It is ideal for capturing dramatic landscapes and rock climbers.
Red Rocks Open Space near Morrison, Colorado
This location is a classic example of the Colorado Front Range foothills landscape, featuring the iconic rusty-red sandstone hogbacks of the Fountain Formation visible in the background. The terrain includes dry, tawny short-grass prairie with scattered rabbitbrush shrubs in the foreground and scattered conifers on distant ridges, representing a semi-arid steppe/foothill environment. The tilted, reddish sandstone ridges provide dramatic geological formations with distinctive strata that create striking lines and textures, ideal for landscape photography emphasizing natural geological features and native vegetation.
Lair 'O the Bear
A beautiful mountain park with streams and forested areas, perfect for nature and wildlife photography.
Elk Meadow Park
Located nearby, this park offers expansive meadows dotted with wildflowers and framed by panoramic mountain views, ideal for landscapes and nature photography.
Evergreen Mountain Loop
A hiking trail within Alderfer/Three Sisters Park, offering diverse mountain views and forested areas. Ideal for capturing natural beauty and hiking lifestyle shots.
Centennial Cone Park
A park with trails offering panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. It's perfect for capturing landscapes and hiking scenes.
Maxwell Falls
A beginner-friendly hike leading to a scenic waterfall. It's perfect for nature photography and offers great opportunities for capturing greens and water features.
Mt. Falcon East
Offers views of the Red Rocks Amphitheater without the crowds. It provides scenic trails and a lake for additional photo opportunities.
Genesee Park
A mountain park with scenic views and opportunities for nature photography.
Colorado Railroad Museum
This museum showcases historic locomotives and offers a variety of vintage train cars. It's ideal for capturing nostalgic or retro-themed photography.
Dinosaur Ridge
Located near Morrison, Dinosaur Ridge is a popular spot for fossil hunting and offers unique rock formations. It's great for capturing geological and historical images.
Blue Mountain Trail
A scenic trail offering panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and forests. It's perfect for capturing natural beauty and hiking lifestyle photos.
Evergreen Lake
A picturesque lake with a charming spillway and surrounding park, perfect for nature and family photography.
Interlocken Loop Trail
A trail with scenic views of the mountains and surrounding landscape. It's great for capturing natural beauty and hiking scenes.
Pearce Ranch Homestead (1878)
A historical homestead offering rustic and vintage backdrops. It’s ideal for capturing historical and natural scenes, with opportunities to photograph old buildings and country landscapes.
Matthews/Winter Park at Red Rocks
Located near Red Rocks Park, this park offers alternative views of the red rock formations and expansive landscapes. It's ideal for landscape and nature photography.
Elk Meadow Open Space
A scenic open space with trails and wildlife viewing opportunities. It's ideal for capturing nature and potential wildlife shots.
Lair ‘O the Bear Park
A serene park with a stream running through it, Lair ‘O the Bear is perfect for nature photography, focusing on wildlife and water features.
Welcome Arch
This iconic arch is a Golden landmark, offering a unique urban backdrop. The lighting changes throughout the day, making it suitable for dynamic cityscape photography. Be cautious of traffic while shooting.
Lost Valley Ranch
Located near Deckers, this ranch offers scenic views of the surrounding hills and is suitable for nature and landscape photography.
Green Mountain Mountain Bike Loop
A scenic trail for capturing the beauty of nature and action shots of bikers. It offers a fun and easy loop perfect for sunrise or sunset photography.
Red Rocks Open Area
Features red rock formations and grassy fields, ideal for beating the crowds and capturing natural beauty.
Mount Morrison Natural History Museum
Located near Red Rocks Park, this museum offers a unique blend of natural history and scenic views. It's ideal for combining educational content with outdoor photography.
Hildebrand Ranch
A picturesque location with a barn, brick walkway, fields, large trees, fences, and a stream. The foothills provide a beautiful background for photography.
Colorful Colorado Cottonwoods
A scenic spot featuring vibrant cottonwood trees, perfect for capturing seasonal colors and serene landscapes.
Clear Creek Trail (Golden)
A shaded trail perfect for family photos, offering easy access and scenic views along the creek.
Downtown Evergreen
A quaint downtown area with shops and restaurants. It's great for capturing small-town charm and urban life.
Ice Cream Parlor
A quaint shop in downtown Golden, perfect for capturing candid moments and street photography.
Wall of Rocks
A lesser-known location featuring interesting rock formations and natural scenery, ideal for landscape photography.
Conifer Community Park
A local park with green spaces and a creek. It's ideal for capturing everyday life and natural settings in a more relaxed environment.
General Area - Genesee, Colorado
Genesee, Colorado, offers a mix of natural landscapes and potential for wildlife photography. The area is known for its overlooks and sweeping views of the Rocky Mountains, although specific spots may vary. For photography, look for open spaces and wildlife such as deer or elk.
Bradford Perley House
This historic site features stone walls from a pioneer home built in 1872. Although it's fenced off, the surrounding area offers interesting rock formations for photography.