59 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Features a large waterfall in Maryland, accessible via short trails.
Located just outside Frederick, this mountain offers panoramic views and scenic trails, ideal for landscape and nature photography.
This park offers breathtaking views from Chimney Rock, especially during sunrise or sunset. It's perfect for landscape and adventure photography.
Located in Thurmont, Maryland, Cunningham Falls State Park features Maryland's largest cascading waterfall. It is an excellent location for nature and landscape photography, offering lush forests and scenic hiking trails.
A scenic spot with a panoramic view from the top of Chimney Rock. Ideal for landscape photography.
Popular hiking location with scenic views from the top.
Carroll Creek Park and the Downtown Frederick area offer a variety of photography opportunities, including bridges, fountains, and vibrant street art. It's perfect for capturing urban charm and natural beauty.
This classic park offers expansive green spaces, a historic bandstand, and a serene lake. It's ideal for capturing a variety of backdrops, from lush trees to charming benches and pathways.
This park provides challenging hikes with scenic rewards, offering opportunities for landscape, nature, and adventure photography.
Located in the heart of Downtown Frederick, this park offers a variety of spots for photography, including bridges, fountains, and beautiful foliage.
Offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it perfect for landscape photography.
This area offers a variety of settings, including bridges, fountains, and vibrant foliage along Carroll Creek. It's perfect for all kinds of photo shoots and provides an urban feel.
A scenic spot with panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, great for capturing expansive vistas during sunrise or sunset.
This historic house offers a charming setting for capturing traditional and historical scenes, with a beautiful garden area.
This trail offers scenic vistas and varied landscapes, making it suitable for nature and landscape photography. The changing seasons provide unique opportunities.
Located in the heart of downtown Frederick, this vibrant park features beautiful water features, artistic bridges, and colorful landscaping, making it perfect for engagement photos and urban photography.
A scenic mountain with great views of the surrounding landscape. Ideal for landscape and nature photography.
A picturesque area with historic buildings and charming streets, perfect for street photography and capturing urban life.
A beautiful vineyard setting ideal for family and friends photoshoots. The winery provides a rustic backdrop with vine rows and a charming wine cellar.
Located near Urbana in Frederick County, this battlefield offers a large open field with beautiful natural light, making it ideal for family, senior, and engagement photography sessions. It features a versatile setting with historical significance and is accessible for photo shoots with certain restrictions on props and lighting.
Gambrill Mill offers a variety of photography backdrops, including beautiful fields, a handicap-accessible walking path, bridges, and the Monocacy River. It is a popular spot for family and high school senior photography sessions, requiring some walking but providing a diverse range of settings.
A spectacular spot for sunflower and wildflower photography during late summer to early fall.
This location offers a large open field with beautiful light, suitable for family, branding, senior, and engagement sessions. Rangers are kind, but permits are required for larger props or studio lights.
This section of the Appalachian Trail offers scenic views and opportunities for nature and landscape photography, especially during sunrise or sunset.
Located near Buckeystown, this scenic bridge offers a picturesque setting with the creek below, ideal for capturing reflections and natural beauty.
A historic towpath offering scenic views of the Potomac River and surrounding landscape.
The Frederick Downtown area offers a mix of urban and historic charm, with opportunities to capture architecture, street life, and vibrant local culture.
A vibrant urban location with a creek running through it, offering a mix of street, architecture, and urban landscape photography opportunities.
The Baker Park Carillon is a unique architectural feature offering opportunities for HDR photography and capturing the interplay of light and sound.
A picturesque lake community with hiking trails, forested paths, and waterfront spots. It offers a serene backdrop for family and nature photography.
The Monocacy River offers scenic views and opportunities for waterscape photography, especially during sunrise or sunset when the light is golden.
Located in nearby Mt. Airy, Black Ankle Vineyards offers scenic vineyard views ideal for capturing landscape and sunset photography.
This park features a shallow creek perfect for capturing fun shots, with a decent trail for hiking and scenic views.
Gambrill State Park offers scenic views and hiking trails, making it suitable for nature and landscape photography.
Located within Catoctin Mountain Park, it offers a unique historical setting with old furnaces and scenic surroundings, ideal for capturing rustic and historic scenes.
Located in Downtown Frederick, known for its vibrant atmosphere and a blue mural by Goodloe Byron, perfect for dance or senior session photos.
Known for its historic downtown area and scenic countryside, ideal for capturing urban and rural landscapes.
A picturesque location with serene water gardens, perfect for capturing peaceful and natural scenes.
A 4.24-mile multi-use trail aligned along Ballenger Creek, offering scenic views for landscape photography.
Rose Hill Manor Park is a historic site with gardens and a manor house, offering opportunities for historical and architectural photography.
A hidden treasure with dense woods and peaceful trails, ideal for couples seeking an intimate setting for photos.
Hood College offers a scenic campus with historic buildings and gardens, ideal for architectural and educational photography.
A lively venue with a mix of rural charm and vibrant events. It's perfect for capturing street and event photography.
Within Baker Park, the playground area offers a lively setting with swings, slides, and bright colors, perfect for capturing playful family moments.
A scenic park with trails and historic sites, offering opportunities for nature and landscape photography.
This farm provides a picturesque rural setting with fields, barns, and countryside views, ideal for capturing rustic and natural scenes.
Offers a charming setting with vineyards and an intimate atmosphere, ideal for capturing rustic and wine-themed photography.
A family-owned Christmas tree farm offering scenic views and a festive atmosphere, perfect for capturing holiday-themed photos.
Ballenger Creek Park is a great spot for capturing nature and landscapes. It offers a variety of outdoor activities and includes lighted ball fields, nature trails, picnic shelters, and a dog park.
Monocacy Boulevard offers a mix of urban and commercial photography opportunities, with views of modern architecture and street life.
Offers a glimpse into early American life with historical buildings and gardens, providing a unique backdrop for photography.
The Frederick Fairgrounds host various events and offer a mix of rural and event photography opportunities, especially during festivals and fairs.
One of America's finest examples of German colonial architecture, complete with a historically accurate garden, making it perfect for architectural photography.
A serene pond with surrounding woods, ideal for nature and wildlife photography.
Frederick Community College offers a modern campus with opportunities for educational and architectural photography.
A community park with playgrounds and open spaces, suitable for family and casual portraits.
This historic house offers a unique architectural photography opportunity, especially for capturing the facade and surrounding grounds.
A quaint town with historic buildings, suitable for street and architecture photography.
A local park with open spaces and playgrounds, suitable for casual family portraits.
