Discover Boonton
3 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Grace Lord Park
Small, photogenic riverside park with two short trails leading to waterfalls, river views and ironworks ruins. Best for close-up waterscape shots, seasonal color (fall) and family/playground lifestyle frames. Access: street parking only, easy ~1-mile walks, wheelchair-limited on some trails. Visit at golden hour or after rain for fuller falls; weekdays/mornings avoid crowds.
Canal Side Park
Small riverside park along the historic Boonton canal and mill district — shoot calm water reflections, brick mill facades, iron bridges and tree-lined towpaths. Best at sunrise or golden hour for warm light on brick and mirrored water; autumn offers peak color. Easy access from Plane St with limited street parking; flat paved paths make gear transport simple. No entry fee; expect locals and walkers on weekends.
Santaland
Santaland is a small, seasonal holiday attraction on Boonton's Main Street: vibrant vintage Christmas displays, Santa sets, illuminated storefronts and candid family moments. Best visited evenings after dusk for warm decorative lights or quiet weekday mornings for detail shots. Expect low indoor light—bring fast glass. Street parking and municipal lots nearby; check seasonal hours/ticketing. Charming for nostalgic holiday compositions and close indoor portraits.