Discover Concord
41 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Merrimack River, Concord
This tranquil stretch of the Merrimack River offers excellent opportunities for capturing mirror-like reflections. The calm waters, especially during the golden hours of sunrise and sunset, perfectly mirror the tree-lined banks and colorful skies, making it a prime location for serene nature and landscape photography.
Modzelewski's Custom Peterbilt
Located in Concord, New Hampshire, this custom truck shop is a unique destination for automotive photographers interested in heavy-duty rigs and Americana. The location offers opportunities to capture intricate chrome details, custom paint jobs, and classic Peterbilt designs. It is an excellent spot for focusing on the textures, leading lines, and highly reflective surfaces of customized semi-trucks.
Mary Baker Eddy Historic House
Elegant 19th‑century Victorian house museum dedicated to Mary Baker Eddy. Photograph ornate exterior trim, period windows, and street-context compositions on North State St. Best at golden hour or overcast for even detail; weekdays and morning tours reduce crowds. Check museum hours and photo policies (interior flash/tripod may be restricted). Street parking and nearby municipal lots; compact urban setting offers contextual shots with Concord landmarks.
Martin Park
Small riverside park offering open lawns, tree-lined paths and views of nearby water and bridges — good for seasonal landscapes, reflections and intimate nature scenes. Best at golden hour and during fall foliage; spring brings blossoms and migrating birds. Easily accessible by car with nearby parking; no entry fee. Weekday mornings are quieter. Pack waterproof footwear for muddy trails after rain.
Sewalls Falls Beach Trail
A short, easy trail to a rocky riverside and small falls on the Merrimack—ideal for intimate waterscape compositions, textured foregrounds, and seasonal foliage. Best at golden hour or overcast days for even light; autumn brings vibrant color. Trail is mostly flat with informal swimming/ picnic areas; free parking at Sewalls Falls Park. No entry fee; expect locals on weekends—weekdays or early morning reduce crowds.
Concord - Lake Sunapee Rail Trail
A flat, tree-lined rail trail with boardwalks, small bridges and wetlands—great for intimate landscape and nature shots, seasonal foliage, reflections in ponds and long leading lines from the rail corridor. Best at golden hour or overcast for even light; fall and winter offer highest visual impact. Trailheads have informal parking; accessible and free to enter. Weekdays and early mornings avoid walkers and cyclists.
Marsh Loop Trail
A short boardwalk loop through southern New Hampshire wetlands — reeds, open water, reflective pools and abundant songbirds and waterfowl. Excellent for intimate nature scenes, bird behavior, seasonal color (spring migration, autumn tones) and calm mirrored compositions. Accessible, family-friendly trail with limited parking at nearby lot on Portsmouth St; mostly flat boardwalks make it easy to carry gear. Best light: early morning for birds and mist, golden hour for warm highlights, or overcast
Beaver Meadow Park
Small wetland park with boardwalks, ponds and marsh grasses offering reflection, wildlife and seasonal color. Photograph mirrored water, marsh textures, migrating birds in spring, and warm fall foliage. Best at golden hour or overcast for even light; early mornings on weekdays reduce disturbance. Easy, mostly flat trails with parking on Sewalls Falls Rd; no entry fee. In winter expect snow-covered scenes and quiet compositions.
Karner blue butterfly wildlife conservation habitat
Small conservation habitat protecting the endangered Karner blue butterfly and native wild lupine. Photograph close-up butterfly behavior, lupine fields, pollinator activity and seasonal meadow textures. Best in late spring–early summer when butterflies are active and lupines bloom; soft morning light and calm conditions ideal. Accessible trail segments and roadside parking at Chenell Dr; respect posted rules and stay on paths to protect habitat. Quiet weekdays and cool mornings reduce fluttery,
Contoocook Park
Small riverside park on the Contoocook River offering flowing water, rock-lined banks, seasonal foliage and nearby town elements — strong for intimate waterscape and landscape shots. No entry fee; small parking area off Island Rd. Easily walkable paths and vantage points along the riverbank. Best at golden hour and blue hour for warm side-light and reflections; autumn for peak color, winter for icy textures. Weekday mornings are quiet.
Garrison Park
Small riverside park on the Merrimack River offering river reflections, walking paths, mature trees and views toward downtown Concord and nearby bridges. Easy access from Hutchins St with free on‑street parking; no entry fee. Best at golden hour for warm light on water and foliage, autumn for vibrant color, and winter for icy textures. Paths are mostly flat and wheelchair accessible; expect more locals on weekends.
Concord - Lake Sunapee Rail Trail
A multi-use rail trail along Concord’s Broad Cove by Lake Sunapee offering lake views, marshes, wooded stretches and seasonal foliage. Photograph reflections, long leading lines of the trail, and birds. Best at sunrise/sunset for warm light and reflections; weekdays and early mornings reduce walkers. Easy access with parking nearby; mostly flat, family-friendly path. No permit for casual shooting; respect private lakeside properties.
Scenic RailRiders
Scenic RailRiders runs pedal-powered rail bikes along the Merrimack River and through wooded riverbanks — great for capturing dynamic foregrounds (rail, riders) against water, autumn foliage, and industrial-to-rural New England vistas. Best at golden hour or early morning for warm side light and calm water reflections; fall brings peak color. Seasonal operation—book rides in advance; parking at the Sewalls Falls trailhead area is available. Weekdays are quieter. Check weather and local drone/rað
Sewalls Falls Multi-Use Recreation Area
Small, accessible waterfall and Merrimack River flowside with rocky ledges, tree-lined banks and a pedestrian bridge—good for intimate waterscape and landscape shots. Best at sunrise or golden hour for warm side-light; autumn foliage and low-light mist create mood. Easy parking on Sewalls Falls Rd; short walks on well-marked trails and stone steps. No fees; expect families and anglers on weekends.
Contoocook River Park Trails
Riverside trails along the Contoocook offer intimate waterscape scenes: meandering river channels, small footbridges, marshy banks with reeds, and seasonal foliage. Best at golden hour or after rain for reflections; fall brings vivid color and winter adds stark, graphic ice patterns. Trails are mostly easy dirt paths with nearby parking and no entry fee—plan for variable light under tree cover and some muddy sections after wet weather.
Silk Farm Road Trails
Wooded multi-use trails with boardwalks, small streams and open fields — good for intimate forest scenes, seasonal color (notably fall), stream long-exposures and sunrise backlight through trees. Trailhead parking at 10 Silk Farm Rd; trails are mostly flat and accessible year-round (snow can change conditions). Best light: golden hour and early morning for low crowds and mist; weekdays quieter. No entry fee.
Mario/Donkey Kong Mural
Bold, large-scale Mario/Donkey Kong mural on a downtown Concord building — a pop-culture, color-rich subject ideal for dynamic street and urban compositions. Street-level access with no entry fees; short walk from State St parking and nearby municipal lots. Best visited at golden hour or overcast days for even color; weekday mornings avoid crowds and delivery trucks. Respect private property and local businesses when positioning shots.
Penacook Riverside Park
Small riverside park on the Merrimack River offering open river vistas, reflections, seasonal foliage and a low-profile bridge/riverbank for compositions. Best at golden hour and blue hour — sunrise for east-facing water reflections, sunset for warm side-lighting on trees. Easy street parking on Tanner St, flat paths suitable for tripods and wheelchair access; no entry fee. Quiet weekdays and shoulder seasons (spring/fall) give best color and fewer people. Great for intimate waterscape scenes, #
Upton-Morgan State Forest
Wooded trails, small wetlands and open glades ideal for intimate landscape and nature photography. Photograph layered tree lines, seasonal fall colors, spring green and winter snow textures; pockets of standing water provide reflection shots. Trails are short and easy from neighborhood access in Concord with informal parking at trailheads; no entry fee. Best light is early morning or late afternoon to avoid flat midday light and mosquitoes; fall foliage and after-rain conditions are especially ©
New Hampshire Audubon
Small nature center with mixed forest, ponds, fields and interpretive trails — excellent for birding, seasonal wildflowers, reflections in ponds and intimate woodland scenes. Best at dawn and golden hour during spring/fall migrations for active birds and soft light. Trails are mostly accessible; free or modest parking at the center. Weekdays and early mornings reduce visitors. Bring insect protection in summer and waterproof shoes for muddy sections.
Terrill Park
Small riverside park on the Merrimack with grassy banks, mature trees and a quiet trail — excellent for reflective waterscapes, seasonal foliage and intimate landscape compositions. Best at golden hour or overcast for even light; autumn offers vivid color. Easy roadside parking on Old Turnpike Rd; paths are short and mostly accessible. No entry fee; expect few crowds on weekdays. Great for birdwatching and long-exposure river shots.
Kimball Park
Small riverfront park on the Merrimack River near downtown Concord — great for photographing water reflections, riverside walkways, seasonal foliage and civic architecture glimpses. Best at golden hour or blue hour for warm light and long exposures; fall yields strong color. Easy walkable access from State St with nearby street parking and public lots; wheelchair-accessible paths. Popular for local events, so check town calendar for concerts or festivals that add atmosphere.
Upham Walker House
A well-preserved historic house in downtown Concord—strong symmetrical facade, period details, and mature street trees offer classic architectural compositions. Best photographed at golden hour or in crisp winter light for contrast. Weekday mornings have fewer pedestrians; autumn yields rich color. Check museum hours for interior access and photo policy; street and municipal lot parking nearby. Respect that this is a cultural site—avoid tripods inside unless permitted.
Merrimack River
Turbulent Merrimack River at Sewalls Falls offers dynamic waterscape shots—rapids, rocky ledges, seasonal foliage and kayakers. Best at golden hour or blue hour for rich colors and long-exposure water motion. Easy roadside access and small parking near the Sewalls Falls Road bridge; expect walkers and anglers. No permits for casual photography; watch slippery rocks and respect private property.
Turtle Pond
Small urban pond in Concord offering calm water reflections, mallard and swan activity, and seasonal color (spring blossoms, autumn foliage, snowy winter scenes). Easy roadside access and free public parking nearby; no entry fee. Best at dawn for mist and wildlife, and at golden hour for warm reflections. Weekdays and early mornings minimize walkers and dog traffic.
Les Clark Nature Trailhead
Small riverfront trailhead offering wooded paths, boardwalks and Merrimack River viewpoints — good for intimate landscape, river long-exposures, seasonal foliage and birdlife. Best at golden hour or overcast for even light; autumn and spring migrations are most rewarding. Small parking area on Portsmouth St; no entry fee. Trails can be muddy; insect repellent recommended. Easily combined with downtown Concord shoots.
Lehtinen Park
Small riverside park on the Merrimack in Concord offering river views, sculptural benches, mature trees and seasonal foliage — good for intimate waterscape and urban-nature frames. Best at sunrise/sunset for warm light on the river and bridge reflections; fall colors add drama. Easily accessible from downtown Concord with street parking and short walks; no entry fees. Weekday mornings are quiet; summer weekends can have walkers and local events.
Winant Park
Wooded riverfront park with winding trails, river overlooks and seasonal foliage — great for intimate landscape and waterscape shots. Best at golden hour or autumn for vivid colors; winter offers stark, high-contrast scenes. Small gravel lot off Fisk Rd; trails are easy-to-moderate and mostly accessible. No fee; respect local flora and leash rules. Weekday mornings quieter.
Morono Park Trail
Morono Park Trail offers wooded paths, river/wetland views and seasonal foliage—great for intimate landscape and waterscape shots. Easy, family-friendly trails with nearby parking and no entry fee; best at golden hour or in fall for color and in spring for migrating birds. Weekday mornings are quieter; expect muddy sections after rain and bring insect repellent in summer.
Gene Connolly Press Box
Small historic press box overlooking Memorial Field — ideal for capturing high-school & local-college sports action, sideline portraits of players/coaches, and stadium atmosphere. Best at golden hour or during night games under floodlights for dramatic contrast. Easy street parking nearby on S Fruit St; accessible from public stands (check event tickets). Weekdays are quiet for architectural and detail shots of the box and field.
Mercury Redstone Rocket
An outdoor full-scale Mercury-Redstone rocket display—striking vertical subject against sky and skyline. Photograph details of vintage engineering, inscriptions and the rocket silhouette. Best light is golden hour or blue hour for dramatic contrast; midday gives flat highlights. Site is street-accessible in downtown Concord with nearby street parking; largely public and free to view from walkways. Weekdays have fewer visitors. No special entry required but respect any fencing or signage.
McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center
Small aerospace museum honoring teacher-astronaut Christa McAuliffe and astronaut Alan Shepard. Photograph striking exhibit displays, replica spacecraft, suit and mission artifacts, and the planetarium exterior. Interiors have controlled lighting—best on weekday mornings for fewer crowds. Accessible site with on-site parking, paid admission, ADA access; check flash/no-flash rules and planetarium show schedules. Golden hour works well for the building exterior and context shots.
The Bridges House
A handsome historic residence on Mountain Rd offering classical New England architecture—symmetrical façade, dormers, columned porch and mature trees for framing. Best shot at golden hour or blue hour when warm light highlights details. Street parking available; check private property signs and respect residents. Weekday mornings have less traffic; winter brings stark compositions with snow.
West Terrill Park
Small community park with open lawns, mature trees and river/stream-side stretches offering simple landscape and seasonal foliage shots. Easy access from Hall St with street parking and short, mostly flat paths—no entry fee. Best at golden hour or in fall for color; weekday mornings are quieter. Accessible for handheld and tripod work; modest facilities nearby in Concord.
Altitude Trampoline Park
Indoor trampoline park offering dynamic action shots of jumpers, flips, foam pits, and park features. Shoot motion and expressions, group interactions, and wide environmental shots of colorful court layouts. Best on weekday mornings or early afternoons for fewer crowds; evenings and weekends are busiest. Lighting is mixed fluorescent—bring fast glass or high-ISO capable body. Expect waiver/entry rules and grip socks; parking is available on site. Ask staff for permission before shooting close-up
Rolfe Park
Small community park on the Contoocook River with meadow, river frontage, walking paths and mature trees — good for tranquil riverscapes, seasonal foliage and intimate landscape compositions. Easy roadside parking on Community Dr; no entry fee. Best at sunrise or golden hour for warm side light; autumn brings strong colors. Weekday mornings minimize dog-walkers and families. Trails are short and mostly flat — accessible with basic footwear.
Cranmore Ridge Open Space
Cranmore Ridge Open Space is a wooded ridge with rolling trails and lookout clearings offering panoramic views over Concord and the Merrimack Valley. Photograph seasonal foliage, layered ridgelines at golden hour, intimate forest scenes, and snow-covered branches in winter. Trails are easy–moderate, no entry fee; small parking near 6 Ladybug Ln. Best light: sunrise or sunset from ridge clearings; weekday mornings reduce hikers. Bring insect repellent in summer.
Rolfe Pool
Rolfe Pool is a community outdoor pool offering vivid summer scenes: swimmers in motion, colorful umbrellas, geometric deck lines and reflective water textures. Best for action, candid lifestyle and abstract water shots. Visit weekdays or early mornings to avoid crowds; late afternoon/early evening provides warm light and long shadows. Parking available on-site at Community Drive; public access rules apply (seasonal hours, admission or membership may be required). Easily reachable from central‑s
Keach Pool
Keach Pool is a community outdoor pool and park setting ideal for capturing summer water action, candid portraits of families and swimmers, geometric lines of pool decks and ladders, and golden-hour reflections. Visit weekdays or early morning/late afternoon for softer light and fewer people. Seasonal (summer) access and possible entry fee; roadside parking and ADA access nearby. Respect swim-area rules and privacy of subjects.
White Park
Small urban park centered on a reflective duck pond, mature trees and winding paths — great for seasonal color (fall foliage, winter snow) and calm water reflections. Easy public access with street parking on White St and nearby downtown Concord amenities. Best light at sunrise and late afternoon; weekdays and early mornings are least crowded. Paths are mostly accessible; no entry fee. Cultural note: popular local spot for casual strolls and family photos.
White Farm
White Farm offers classic New England farm scenes — rolling fields, stone walls, traditional barns and seasonal crops — ideal for pastoral and rural landscape photography. Visit at golden hour (sunrise/sunset) for warm directional light; fall brings vivid foliage, winter offers stark snowy compositions. Site is roadside-accessible in Concord with informal parking; check local access rules for fields and livestock. Weekdays and early mornings reduce visitors and farm activity.