Fall family photos at Kathryn Albertson Park in October.
The Best Places in Boise for Family Photos
Boise Photo Locations
[Complete Guide]
You can't go wrong picking a spot for photos in the Treasure Valley. From the bridges, lakes, rivers, amazing fall colors to the abundance of hills and valleys-there is so much to choose from. Whether you're looking for snowy mountain vibes, spring flowers, hills covered in golden summer grasses, or the reds oranges and yellows of autumn, it's all here near Boise!
Check out some of my favorite locations in and around Boise that I've found from years of exploring the amazing diversity of this beautiful area. I'm here to help you choose the most scenic spot for your photos.
the best places for photos NEAr Boise are...
- The Boise Foothills
- Bogus Basin
- Boise Greenbelt
- Downtown Boise
- Kathryn Albertson Park
...and much more info below!
Boise foothills near Military Reserve in September. A personal favorite spot year round.
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT PHOTOS IN BOISE
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- For Fall Photos (September-mid October) Monday-Thursday Will Tend To Work Best
When the leaves start changing in Boise, you can practically hear the camera shutters starting to click. This tends to be PEAK photo season around here. Plan ahead sure to book your spot earlier than you think you need to and try to make a weekday work if you can so the location will be less crowded.
2. An Hour Or So Before Sunset Is Best For Lighting for Photos Year Round
I usually recommend the hour before sunset as my ideal time to take any kind of photos. The light is soft and glowy and during summer this helps that the evening is cooler. The only exception is if there are tall buildings or trees around your location, or if you pick a popular destination that will have lots of other people around at that time. If you want your photos in mid-November- this may mean the ideal time will be around 4:30pm!
3. Wear What You're Comfortable In
With few exceptions, if you feel good about what you're wearing it will come across as looking good in the photos. Coordinating colors, cute shoes, and fun accessories are all fantastic- but the main thing is that the outfit looks like YOU and YOU love it! Generally for women I would say a garment that has some movement like a flowy dress photographs beautifully, but I really encourage everyone to show up in what they fell comfortable in.
4. Pick a Date Between Spring and Early Fall for Best Weather
Weather in Boise can be unpredictable during spring and fall. If you're looking for clear skies and no freezing temps, the end of May to mid-October has fairly reliable sunny skies. March and April can get rain, but more often the temperature tends to be chilly and windy. From late October to November, it tends to rain and cool off quickly in the evenings.
Where to have photos taken in Boise
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Boise Foothills
Bogus Basin
About a half hour drive from downtown Boise. Full of forested mountain trails, these trails are typically snowy from October- April. There are trails that open during the summer, but if you're looking for snow photos, you can easily stop on the drive up and scope a scenic spot. A short hop off the road up there can be all you need for amazing snow photos. Beautiful views of Boise and the valley below and filled with tall pines and rocky views, this makes for very scenic photos year round. Be sure to check the road conditions and trail conditions before you head up there. Most of the trails don't open until the snow is melted and the mud is dried.
Boise Greenbelt
Downtown Boise
From freak alley to the top of a parking garage high-rise (I really like the parking garage here), there are so many options around the heart of the city. Mural walls and photogenic coffee shops dot the city streets. Art sculptures on sidewalks, modern and classic buildings, make this a great spot if you're looking for an urban vibe. Very walkable, and easy to get to.
Kathryn Alberston Park
