Discover Jeffersonville
16 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Throckmorton Park
Small riverfront park with sweeping Ohio River views, Louisville skyline and the Big Four Bridge — strong for sunrise/sunset, long exposures of river traffic, and skyline compositions. Easy access with roadside parking at 1 Park Ln, no entry fee, and paved paths for wheelchairs/strollers. Weekday mornings and late evenings avoid weekend crowds and events; watch for changing light and reflections after rain.
Harmony Park
Small riverside park with open lawns, paths and direct views across the Ohio River to Louisville — excellent for skyline, bridge and waterscape compositions at golden hour. Easy street parking and accessible paths; no entry fee. Visit sunrise or sunset for warm light and reflections; weekdays are quieter. Local events can add character, so check schedules.
Vintage Fire Museum and Safety Education Center
Small museum housing vintage fire engines, antique alarms, uniforms and interactive displays — excellent for close-up detail, textures and storytelling portraits. Best visited weekdays or morning openings for low crowds; guided tours add anecdotes and access. Limited space indoors; ask staff about tripod and flash rules. Street parking nearby; inexpensive admission. Cultural value: community-run volunteer museum with hands-on demos and historic anecdotes.
Vissing Park
Small riverfront park on the Ohio River with open lawns, river views, walkways and a bluff—good for captures of water reflections, passing barges, Louisville skyline across the river and sunset colors. Easy street parking; wheelchair-accessible paths. Best at golden hour or blue hour; weekdays are quieter. No entry fee.
Warder Park
Small historic downtown park featuring a picturesque gazebo, the Jefferson statue, a riverfront wall and event lawn. Great for portrait sessions, civic/architecture details and evening concert atmosphere. Visit at golden hour or during summer Friday concerts for warm light and lively scenes; weekday mornings are quiet. Street parking on E Court Ave; pedestrian bridge from Louisville provides a scenic arrival. No guaranteed restrooms; park is flat and easy to walk.
Lottie Oglesby Park
Small riverfront park offering direct views across the Ohio River to the Louisville skyline, a tree-lined path, benches and open lawns. Ideal for golden hour skyline silhouettes, reflections on calm water, seasonal foliage and casual urban-river compositions. Easily accessible with street parking and flat paved paths; no entry fee. Visit at sunrise or sunset for best light and fewer crowds; weekdays are quieter. Good in fall for color and after rain for stronger reflections.
Connie Sellmer Park
Small riverfront park with walking paths, mature trees and views across the Ohio River toward Louisville. Good for sunrise/sunset skies, reflections on calm water, seasonal foliage and intimate landscape compositions. Easy public access with on-street parking and small turnout; no entry fee. Weekday mornings and golden hour offer best light and fewer people. Expect typical Midwestern weather; bring layers for breezy river conditions.
Clark County Museum
Small county museum in Jeffersonville with rich period interiors, vintage vehicles, clothing, toys, photos and local artifacts — great for detail shots, documentary portraits and contextual room compositions. Visit weekday mornings or during guided tours for access and stories; interiors have mixed lighting so bring permission for tripod/flash. Ample on‑site parking; no trailers. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable — ask about photographing specific objects.
Perrin Family Park
Small riverfront park on the Ohio River with open lawns, river and bridge views, walking paths and skyline sightlines toward Louisville. Ideal for river reflections, sunrise/sunset color and blue-hour urban lights. Easy public access with free parking nearby, no entry fee; wheelchair-accessible paths. Best light at golden hour and blue hour; weekdays and early mornings minimize crowds. Weather can be breezy along the river—bring wind protection for gear.
Shirley's Arbor Park
Small community park centered on a decorative arbor and gardened paths — ideal for intimate architectural frames, close-up botanical shots and environmental portraits. Best at golden hour or overcast mornings for soft light; weekdays and early mornings reduce visitors. Public access with on-street or small lot parking; no entry fee. Seasonal interest: spring blossoms, summer greenery, autumn color. Easy walkable layout and wheelchair-accessible paths in parts.
Allison Brook
A small suburban brook with tree-lined banks, seasonal cascades and reflective pools — good for intimate waterscape and nature shots. Best at golden hour or after rain when flow and color pop; early mornings on weekdays reduce people and dog-walkers. Easy roadside access on Allison Ln with informal parking; no entry fee but respect private yards. Bring waterproof shoes for low-angle shots; mosquitoes can be active in summer.
Prosperity Park
Small neighborhood park with open lawns, mature trees and walking paths offering simple landscape and nature compositions. Best at golden hour for warm light and long shadows; weekday mornings are quiet. Easy roadside parking on Plank Rd and level paths make it accessible; no entry fee. Seasonal foliage and low-angle sun create pleasing backlit leaves and silhouettes.
Wathen Park
Small neighborhood park with mature trees, open lawns and walking paths — ideal for intimate landscape, portrait and seasonal-color shots. Public, no entry fee; street or small lot parking on Regina Ave. Best light is early morning or late afternoon; weekdays are quieter. Accessible paths make gear transport easy. What makes it special: calm, local character and simple compositions close to Jeffersonville neighborhoods.
Shirley Hall Park
Small riverside park on the Ohio River offering open river views, Louisville skyline glimpses, walking paths, a shoreline and picnic areas. Best at golden hour and blue hour for warm light and reflections; weekdays and early mornings reduce crowds. Easy parking and no entry fee; paths are wheelchair-friendly.
Lansden Park
Small neighborhood green with a prominent wooden gazebo, paved walking trail, benches and mature shade trees. Best for intimate landscape and architectural details, quiet portraits, and event coverage during the annual Claysburg Heritage Days. Visit at golden hour for warm light through the trees; weekday mornings are quiet and safer for solo shooting. Park is publicly accessible with on-site parking; gazebo can be reserved through the city for planned shoots. No regular playground or guaranteed
Big 4 Escape
Big 4 Escape is a themed escape-room venue in downtown Jeffersonville — shoot immersive room sets, props, puzzles and exterior neon/signage. Interiors offer moody, cinematic lighting; request permission for on-site shooting. Best photographed on weekdays when quiet; exterior shots work well at dusk for warm signage glow. Street parking and public lots nearby; accessible entry but rooms may have low light and tight spaces. Great for detail-driven, narrative-style images and behind-the-scenes cand