Discover Herndon
4 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Herndon Depot
Small mid-1800s railroad depot preserved as a museum in Old Herndon. Shoot the restored depot exterior, vintage signage, display train car and surrounding W&OD Trail for contextual shots. Best at golden hour or overcast for even light; weekdays and early mornings avoid crowds. Limited museum hours—check before visiting. Street parking nearby; bike-friendly access. Charming small-town details and period textures make it a strong subject for historical and architectural studies.
Hunters creek park
Small suburban park with a reflective pond, boardwalk, wooded trails and wetlands—good for intimate waterscapes, seasonal foliage, and birdlife. Free entry and parking off Herndon Mill Cir; paths are mostly flat and accessible. Best light at sunrise or late afternoon for warm side-light and reflections; weekdays and early mornings minimize walkers and dog traffic. Spring/fall offer peak color and active wildlife.
The Herndon Historical Society
A compact local history site centered on the restored Herndon Depot and adjacent caboose — excellent for photographing preserved railroad architecture, period signage, interpretive displays and a quaint main-street streetscape. Best light is golden hour for warm wood tones and long shadows; weekday mornings or off-season weekdays reduce tourists. Small site with curbside parking and short walks between subjects; check opening hours or event schedules (Herndon hosts seasonal festivals) for access
Herndon Caboose Park
A small community park centered on a bright red historic railroad caboose—excellent for detail shots, vintage texture, and small-town civic portraiture. Easy access with street parking and a nearby lot; no entry fee. Best light is golden hour or overcast for even color; weekdays and early mornings are least crowded. The caboose and surrounding bench/playground offer contextual compositions reflecting Herndon’s rail heritage.