5 hidden engagement shoot locations you NEED to know about...
There are millions of people getting engaged every year, and it feels like the race is constantly on to get the best and most beautiful engagement photos. Here are the best places I’ve found in Oregon to have your pictures done:
Silver Falls State Park
These hands down, are the most beautiful and interesting waterfalls i’ve ever seen. Super accessible for those who aren’t excited to hike miles and miles to get to a cool spot. The first waterfall that you get to WALK BEHIND (yes, you read that right) is only 0.7 mile from the parking lot. The downside, as always, is that with the easily accessible waterfall comes the hoards and hoards of tourists. Not too much of an issue for photoshop, but still can be annoying when you’re trying to have a fun and intimate engagement session.
2. The Airplane Home in Beaverton, OR
So, if you’re looking for something totally obscure and out of place that will make your engagement session SUPER unique, this is the place for you! Many years ago, a man bought a plane, had it delivered here in the forest, and converted it into a home. He now spends the warmer half of the year here, and the other half overseas. This spot has endless opportunities for a magical, whimsical session, with a little bit of exploring mixed in. There’s no hiking involved, but you will have to watch out for casual bystanders that are jealous of the photos we’re getting.
3. The Jupiter Hotel
If you’re looking for a place that has total VIBES but is still a little edgy, I cannot recommend this hotel enough. I just recently did a shoot there and the couple was SO happy with their photos because they were classy, edgy, and unlike any of their friends’ photos! Not to mention, the most ADORABLE bar with all the plants and disco balls! They do require permission and a release form to do photos on their property, so make sure your photographer obtains this ahead of time.
4. Devil’s Punchbowl
More like punch me, i’m dreaming! This incredible cave is located on the Oregon coast and is so breathtaking, it’s impossible not to get good photos. Pictures don’t even do it justice, so you just need to book a shoot here and see for yourself. Go at low tide, and crawl over the rocks to a place that not a lot of people know how to get to. Also, make sure to get out before high tide. This is for the adventurous, the risk-takers, and the mermaids who absolutely want their hard work to pay off in photo form.
5. Mt. Hood Lavender Fields
Last but not least, here is an option for those who still want stunning photos but don’t quite want to hike across a beach or over boulders. The Lavender fields bloom every spring near Mt. Hood, and can be an incredible sight. Especially with Mt. Hood towering in the background, I guarantee that nobody will have photos like you. Most lavender fields are also U-pick, so take some home after your super stressful day of laughing and loving!
I’m always, always on the lookout for new places. I’ll probably write several more blog posts to inspire and quench your travel bug, so keep your eyes peeled!