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8 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Reeves-Reed Arboretum offers 5+ acres of formal gardens, a historic 19th-century mansion, greenhouse, ponds and waterfalls—ideal for detailed botanical, garden composition and small-architecture shots. Best light: golden hour or soft overcast for flowers. Weekday mornings have fewer visitors; limited on-site parking, street parking nearby. Accessible paths in parts; mansion open weekdays. Seasonal interest: spring blooms, summer borders, autumn foliage.
Small riverside park on the Passaic River offering wooded trails, river reflections, low stone bridges and seasonal color—good for intimate landscape and waterscape shots. Best at golden hour or overcast for moody reflections; autumn and spring provide strongest color. Easily accessible from Mt Vernon Ave with street or small lot parking and a short walk from Summit train; no entry fee. Trails are flat and family‑friendly; expect light crowds on weekends.
Small, well-kept suburban park with a 1‑mile loop around a pond, wooded edges, benches, gazebo and wildlife (ducks, deer, foxes). Seasonal color in fall, calm waters for reflections, and intimate portraits for events. Easy access with nearby parking on Shunpike Rd; no entry fee. Best light: golden hour or overcast for soft wildlife shots. Weekday mornings are quiet; bring insect repellent and a telephoto for shy animals.
Small community park centered on a brook and tree-lined paths — good for intimate nature shots, seasonal foliage, reflections and close-up flora. Best at golden hour and in autumn for color; calm overcast days bring even light and saturated tones. Easily accessible from Butler Pkwy with neighborhood parking; paved paths and benches make gear setup simple. No entry fee; expect light local foot traffic, quieter on weekday mornings.
Small riverside park along the Passaic River with meandering trails, river reflections, wooded banks and seasonal color. Excellent for intimate landscape and waterscape shots, close-up nature, and long-exposure river studies. Best at golden hour and after rain when reflections pop; weekdays and early mornings are least crowded. Easy, free access from Summit streets with small parking pockets; mostly flat, walkable paths and informal riverbanks—no special entry requirements.
Small riverside park on the Passaic River offering calm water reflections, tree-lined banks and seasonal color — good for intimate landscape and nature shots. Best at golden hour and blue hour for warm light and mirror reflections; fall brings strong foliage. Easy access from Summit with limited picnic parking; mostly flat paths and wheelchair-accessible sections. No entry fee; visit weekdays or early mornings to avoid local visitors.
A solitary, visually striking roadside landmark on Broad St used as a comforting waypoint for locals. Photograph its form against seasonal foliage or dramatic skies; accessible from the sidewalk with no entry fee. Best at golden hour or blue hour for contrast; weekdays and early mornings are quieter. Street parking and nearby lots at the hospital; fully accessible on foot. Its human-interest context (patients and families) adds storytelling potential.
A large, visually striking mulch pile offering rich textures, warm earthy tones and sculptural forms for abstract, macro and low-angle shots. Best photographed in golden hour or after rain (colors deepen); overcast light softens shadows for detail. Site is on industrial property—ask permission before entering; street parking or nearby lots in Summit. Beware of heat inside compost; weekend mornings are quieter.