West Hudson Park

46-acre county park with ponds, bridges, gazebos, sports fields and winding tree-lined paths—great for reflections, intimate nature shots (ducks, frogs), and urban-park landscapes. No entry fee; multiple parking lots and paved paths make gear transport easy. Best light: golden hour for pond reflections and bridge silhouettes; overcast for even light on wildlife; winter offers frozen-pond textures and skating scenes. Weekday mornings are quiet; summer hosts families at the splash area.