Here are some of my favorite places to photograph outdoor session in Orange County. The first 6 locations have a more naturey look. The last 3 locations have a more urban/ modern look. Please keep in mind that the color look of the park can look different depending on the time of day, season, maintenance of park, etc.

These images are just a reference point.

Carbon Canyon Regional Park, Brea

$3 Parking on weekdays, $5 on weekends
Permit is required, but we hold an annual permit for OC Parks

Santiago Oaks Canyon, Anaheim

$3 Parking on weekdays, $5 on weekends
Permit is required, but we hold an annual permit for OC Parks

Riley Wilderness Park, Mission Viejo/Coto de Caza

$3 Parking on weekdays, $5 on weekends
Permit is required, but we hold an annual permit for OC Parks

Irvine Regional Park, Irvine

$3 Parking on weekdays, $5 on weekends

Permit is required, but we hold an annual permit for OC Parks

Crystal Cove, Laguna Beach

$15 for day parking
A little bit of green + a lot of beach. You have to walk down a steep flight of stairs to get to the beach.
$100 Permit must be obtained by client.