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.

Jeffery Open Trail, Irvine

• Free Parking

• Easy access

• No permit required

Noguchi Garden, Costa Mesa

• $1.75 per every 15 minute parking

Quail Hill, Irvine

• Free Parking.

• About 7 minute walk from parking lot

Oso Viejo Trail, Mission Viejo

• Free Parking

Lido Marina Village, Newport Beach

• $2 every 15 minutes parking

• Modern outdoor shopping area

Anti-Lab Mall, Costa Mesa

• Free Parking

• Can get crowded

• Has lots of little nooks for quick photos

• Client must obtain permit