Discover Fairfield
88 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Tokeneke Club
Located in Darien, CT, the Tokeneke Club offers a picturesque waterfront setting perfect for capturing relaxed beach portraits and vibrant garden-inspired wedding photography. Its proximity to the ocean and lush greenery makes it an ideal spot for capturing both natural landscapes and elegant ceremonies.
Waveny Park
Situated in New Canaan, Connecticut, Waveny Park offers scenic trails, meadows, ponds, and formal gardens, making it a versatile location for nature, landscape, and portrait photography.
The Glass House
A famous museum of modern and contemporary art, featuring a unique glass house amidst beautiful gardens and a collection of art pieces.
Black Rock Harbor Light
A historic lighthouse standing on a picturesque coast, ideal for capturing classic coastal scenes.
Weir Farm National Historic Site
Weir Farm is a beautiful spot for nature and architecture photography, featuring a colonial revival Sunken Garden and a restored Secret Garden with a fountain and sundial. The grounds are rich in history and offer a serene backdrop for capturing images of gardens and historic structures.
Sherwood Island State Park
A scenic park with both park and beachside areas, offering beautiful landscapes and sunsets. It's a great spot for capturing nature, beach scenes, and sunsets.
Ambler Farm
Situated in Wilton, Connecticut, Ambler Farm is a serene location known for its beautiful sunsets and farm landscapes. It is ideal for nature and landscape photography, especially during the harvest season.
Saugatuck Falls Natural Area
A 312.4-acre natural area with trails, a large pool, and diverse landscapes featuring rock formations and a river. The area includes two horseback trails and is known for its historic stone bridge abutments and giant trees.
Squantz Pond Trail
A moderate hike with beautiful fall foliage, ideal for nature and landscape photography. The trail offers a variety of backdrops and compositions throughout the season.
Warrup's Farm
Located in Redding, Connecticut, Warrup's Farm is a quintessential New England farm with pumpkins and maple syrup production. It is perfect for nature and portrait photography, especially during seasonal festivals.
Tod’s Point (Greenwich Point Park)
A picturesque beach with excellent sunset views, ideal for senior photos or beach landscapes.
Compo Beach, Westport
A scenic beach with a beautiful boardwalk and a setting for vibrant sunsets, perfect for capturing waterscapes and sunset moments.
Delamar Harbour
A quaint marina with a variety of boats, providing a unique setting for waterfront photography.
Bruce Park
A large park with gardens, walking trails, and a scenic overlook of Long Island Sound.
Squantz Pond State Park
Located on the shore of Squantz Pond, this park offers stunning views of the pond surrounded by steep wooded slopes. It's an ideal spot for landscape and nature photography, especially during the fall when the foliage is vibrant.
Collis P. Huntington State Park
A scenic park with walking trails, lakes, and a variety of wildlife. It offers beautiful reflections and seasonal foliage.
Fayerweather Island
Accessible only by boat, this island offers a secluded and natural setting for photography.
Great Hollow Lake
A picturesque lake with surrounding woods, offering opportunities for capturing serene landscapes and wildlife photography.
Darien Historical Society
Features historic structures like the 18th-century Bates-Scofield House and the Scofield Barn. Excellent for capturing architectural details and historical settings.
Jennings Beach
A scenic beach offering opportunities for landscapes, sunsets, and waterscape photography. The marina and jetty provide interesting foreground elements.
Beaver Brook Trails
Though not directly in New Fairfield, nearby trails offer a mix of marshlands and boardwalks, perfect for nature and wildlife photography.
Westport Library, Westport
A modern architectural marvel with a stunning interior, ideal for interior and architectural photography.
Great Island
A small island connected by a causeway, Great Island in Darien features beautiful waterfront views and is ideal for landscape and sunset photography.
Bigelow Pond
Though not directly in New Fairfield, it's nearby and offers serene water views, ideal for waterscape photography.
Binney Park
A charming park with a pond, bridges, and walking paths, offering scenic views for photography.
Noroton Bay
A picturesque bay in Darien, Noroton Bay provides beautiful waterfront views and is excellent for capturing sailboats and marine life.
Sasco Beach
A popular beach spot that offers potential for sunsets, family portraits, and waterscape photography. The beach's cleanliness and amenities make it a family-friendly location.
The Corbin District
An upscale area with charming shops, restaurants, and walkable streets. Great for street photography and capturing the vibrant community life.
Earthplace
A nature preserve with trails and wildlife viewing opportunities, ideal for nature and wildlife photography.
Tilley Pond Park
A tranquil park in Darien, Tilley Pond Park features a picturesque pond and walking trails, making it suitable for nature photography and capturing wildlife.
Lake Mohegan Recreation Area
A natural area with hiking trails and a lake, ideal for nature and landscape photography. The diverse wildlife and plant life offer various subjects to capture.
Greenwich Avenue
A vibrant street lined with upscale shops and restaurants, perfect for street photography.
Westport Longshore Club Park
A waterfront park with amenities for sports and leisure, offering opportunities for capturing beach life and activities.
Short Beach Park
A scenic spot along the Long Island Sound, offering opportunities for waterscape and landscape photography. It's ideal for capturing sunset views and beach activities.
Goodwives River
Flowing through Darien, the Goodwives River offers a scenic backdrop for capturing nature and wildlife. Its serene environment makes it ideal for reflection photography and birdwatching.
Fairfield Hills Hospital
This former hospital offers a chance to capture unique urban decay and architectural photography. The structure's history and abandoned state provide a compelling subject for photographers.
Squantz Pond Boat Launch
A scenic spot for capturing water activities or sunsets over Squantz Pond.
David Boyajian Sculpture
An outdoor sculpture garden featuring the works of David Boyajian. It's a unique spot for capturing abstract sculpture and natural surroundings.
Topstone Park
Known for its recreational activities and scenic views. It offers trails, picnic areas, and a lake.
Old Hill, Westport
A picturesque neighborhood known for its beautiful homes and natural surroundings, ideal for capturing architecture and residential scenery.
Tilly Pond Park
Known for its beautiful fountains and large pond, Tilly Pond Park is a serene spot for capturing nature and wildlife. It's especially vibrant during fall with autumn foliage.
Westport Observatory
A small observatory offering great views of the night sky, perfect for stargazing and capturing celestial photography.
Housatonic Rail Trail
A scenic trail that offers opportunities for nature and landscape photography, with beautiful views of the surrounding countryside and seasonal changes.
Weed Beach
A picturesque beach with a mix of sand and rocky shores, offering scenic views of Long Island Sound.
Fairfield Museum and History Center
A historical museum showcasing the local history of Fairfield, making it an excellent spot for architecture and historical photography. The surrounding gardens and building façade offer multiple angles for capturing different lighting conditions.
Fairfield University
The campus offers a mix of modern and historic architecture, along with beautifully landscaped gardens, making it a great spot for architecture and nature photography.
Darien Shore Country Club
Located in Darien, the Country Club offers a scenic golf course and waterfront views, making it suitable for sports and landscape photography.
Putnam Memorial State Park
Located in Redding, Connecticut, Putnam Memorial State Park offers a mix of historical and natural landscapes. It includes monuments, hiking trails, and open spaces, making it suitable for historical, landscape, and nature photography. The park is particularly noted for its role in the Civil War and offers a unique blend of history and natural beauty.
Mather Homestead
A historic homestead in Darien, Mather Homestead provides a charming architectural subject for photography.
Fairfield University Art Museum
Located in Bellarmine Hall, this museum features rotating exhibitions and permanent collections, making it a spot for architectural and interior photography.
Cherry Lawn Park
A scenic park with walking trails and a pond. It's a peaceful setting for nature and landscape photography.
New Fairfield Town Hall
A local government building that might offer some architectural photography opportunities, especially if photographing civic buildings is of interest.
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Byram Shore Road
A scenic coastal road with views of Long Island Sound, suitable for capturing coastal landscapes.
Beardsley Zoo
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo is a great spot for wildlife and nature photography, featuring a variety of animals and a beautiful natural setting. It's ideal for families and those interested in capturing wildlife in a more accessible environment.
Stephen Mather Homestead
Built in 1778, this homestead offers a glimpse into Darien's historical past. It's a great subject for historical and architectural photography.
Greens Farms Church
A historic church with beautiful architecture, offering opportunities for historical and architectural photography.
Westport Museum for History and Culture
A museum showcasing local history with historic buildings and exhibits, suitable for architectural and historical photography.
Darien Town Hall
A historic building with architectural charm, Darien Town Hall is perfect for capturing the town's heritage and civic life.
Scofield's Inn
Historically significant, Scofield's Inn sits at the corner of Tokeneke Road and Old Kings Highway, offering a charming architectural subject for photography.
New Fairfield Public Library
A community hub that might offer some architectural or street photography opportunities, especially during events or gatherings.
Fairfield Public Library
A modern library with an interesting architectural design, suitable for architecture photography.
Redding Beer Company
A local brewery offering a relaxed atmosphere for photography, especially during events.
Darien Nature Center
A nature preserve with trails and wildlife, offering opportunities for nature and wildlife photography.
Green's Farms
A historic neighborhood with well-preserved colonial estates, ideal for architectural and historical photography.
Walrus Alley
A scenic walking path in Darien, Walrus Alley offers a unique perspective on local architecture and street photography.
Holmes School
A historic school with classic architecture, suitable for capturing educational and historical scenes.
Ruth Steinkraus Cohen Bridge
A picturesque bridge lined with flags, perfect for capturing patriotic or architectural scenes.
Museum of Darien
Located in the heart of Darien, the museum showcases local history and art. It offers opportunities for capturing exhibits, events, and the building itself.
Pemberwick Glenville Association Community Center
A historic community center with a Greek Revival style, offering architectural photography opportunities.
Sacred Heart University
This university offers a blend of modern and historical architecture, providing opportunities for photography that capture educational settings and buildings.
Western Greenwich Civic Center Park
A park hosting the Valley Jam Festival, suitable for capturing community events.
New Fairfield Town Park
A community park that offers a mix of green spaces and community events. It's a good spot for capturing street or community life, especially during festivals or gatherings.
Mansfield Avenue Shopping District
A charming shopping area in Darien, Mansfield Avenue offers opportunities for street photography and capturing local culture.
Darien Community Association
A historical building with a community garden, offering opportunities for capturing local events and nature scenes.
Darien Library
A modern library with a colorful interior, perfect for capturing family moments and reading scenes.
Phillip Johnson’s Glass House Neighbors
Nearby properties to the Glass House, featuring unique architectural styles and scenic views.
Darien High School
A large school with a campus offering architectural photography opportunities.
Darien Downtown Area
Darien Downtown offers a quaint and charming setting with boutique shops and restaurants. Its small-town charm and architecture make it ideal for capturing candid street life and local culture.
Darien Arts Center
A community arts center with exhibitions and performances, offering opportunities for capturing cultural activities.
Darien Highlands
A scenic residential area in Darien, the Highlands offer a mix of natural scenery and interesting architectural styles, suitable for landscape and street photography.
Winslow Park
A local park with open spaces and walking trails, suitable for casual family or pet photography.
Goodwives Shopping Center
A bustling shopping area with a mix of local and national brands. It offers opportunities for street photography and capturing urban life.
ISD (International School at Dundee)
A school with a unique architecture, offering opportunities for educational and architectural photography.
Candlewood Village
A residential area that could offer some urban or street photography opportunities, especially capturing local life or architecture.
Darien Community Center
A public center with a mix of community activities and architectural elements.
Will Power Personal Training CT
This isn't a typical photography spot, but it could be used for urban or street photography if you're focusing on fitness or community activity.
Tilley's Bird Farm
Though historically significant, Tilley's Bird Farm is not a current photography location, but its picturesque past makes the surrounding area worth exploring for nature photography.
J & G Happy Feet
Not a typical photography location unless you're capturing street life or local businesses.