Discover Leavenworth
17 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
C.W. Parker Carousel Museum
Home to a restored 1913 carousel, providing colorful and dynamic photography opportunities.
Missouri River Overlook
A spot offering panoramic views of the Missouri River, ideal for landscape and scenic photography.
Carroll Mansion
A historic Queen Anne Victorian home listed on the National Historic Register, offering stunning architecture with stained glass windows, opulent furnishings, and hand-carved woodwork. Ideal for architectural and interior photography.
Historic Downtown Leavenworth
A 28-block historic district filled with local shops and restaurants, providing a lively setting for street and architectural photography.
Leavenworth Landing Park
A scenic park along the Missouri River offering a quarter-mile walkway with beautiful landscaping and symbolic sculptures referencing riverboats and railroads. It's perfect for landscape and nature photography.
Fort Leavenworth National Cemetery
A significant historical site with a solemn atmosphere, ideal for capturing monument and memorial photography.
Esplanade Street
A historic street lined with Victorian homes, providing a charming backdrop for street photography and capturing the town's architectural heritage.
Three Mile Creek Trail Entrance
A trailhead for a scenic walking and biking path, offering opportunities for nature and wildlife photography.
Richard Allen Cultural Center and Museum
Features the Black Dignity Portrait Collection, offering opportunities for cultural and portrait photography.
Riverfront Community Center
A community hub with scenic views of the Missouri River, suitable for event and landscape photography.
Chapel of the Veterans
A peaceful religious site with a serene atmosphere, ideal for architectural and religious photography.
Bob Dougherty Memorial Park
A park offering views of the Missouri River and access to the Esplanade Street walkway, suitable for nature and landscape photography.
Lewis and Clark Signage
Historic signage marking the expedition's visit, offering a unique opportunity for landscape and historical photography.
Shawnee Lake
A scenic lake with opportunities for nature and landscape photography.
Leavenworth Public Library
A modern library with unique architecture, offering opportunities for interior and architectural photography.
Leavenworth Landing Historic Marker
A marker commemorating the town's history, offering a unique opportunity for historical and landscape photography.
Leavenworth County Historical Society
A museum showcasing Leavenworth's history, suitable for documentary and cultural photography.