Colorado photo shoot locations *Lily Lake*

Colorado photo shoot locations

Lily Lake is one of my very favorite Colorado photo shoot locations that I have scouted out over the last few years. I have shot there more this year than in the past and when a couple asks for my opinion as to where we should do a shoot, Lily Lake is always one of the suggestions! It is absolutely breathtaking! You can tell form the photos above how lush it is! There are trees and bushes off all shades of green, along with tall grass that blows with the wind. Not to mention, an amazing view of Longs Peak!! It is magical and one of the best Colorado photo shoot locations (in my opinion!).

During the summer months it can be a popular place for picnics and hiking and the parking lot can fill up fast. However, I have never felt crowded or uncomfortable shooting there with people wandering around. It is a nice sized lake with a walking trail around the entire thing and has some hiking trails that branch off of it. People tend to be very respectful and kind about not getting in the way or bothering the couple. There is a parking lot right across the street as well with lot of space! It’s easy to maneuver and I have never had complaints from couples about accessibility. It’s a location that allows for capturing the true beauty of Colorado without having to hike a few miles (which can be difficult for a bride in heels!).

Lily Lake is apart of Rocky Mountain National Park, so if you plan to shoot here for the first time I would research/contact the park about any guidelines.

Below are some of my favorites from a few weddings/shoots I have done recently at one of my favorite Colorado photo shoot locations!

AND in the fall time… OH MY GOSH! It’s incredible!! Fall if my favorite season of the year for many reasons, one being the gorgeous color that the aspen leaves turn…

and there is in fact a lake, at Lily Lake! 🙂 along with other hidden treasures! The possibilities for locations within this one Colorado photo shoot location are unending! Each time I shoot here I am discovering new spots!

Don’t miss a recent post I did on another one of my favorite Colorado photo shoot locations – a new spot I found in Rocky Mountain National Park

Check back soon for another awesome location!