You’re ENGAGED! Or maybe just dreaming about the future, and that’s so fun too! After providing this list to my Orange County based wedding couples many times over, I’ve finally decided to make a comprehensive list that can live here on the internet forever 😉 Here are some of my favorite locations for Orange County engagement photography sessions.
It is important to be mindful that many locations will require a photography permit. This is something to discuss individually with your photographer.
I usually encourage my couples to schedule their session for a weekday, if possible. Weekdays equal less crowds, which makes a huge difference, especially at very popular locations like certain beaches and hiking trails.
Locations below are organized by setting type. I hope this may be helpful to you in planning your dream engagement session! If you’re still looking for a photographer, an engagement session is included in all of my wedding collections. The best way to reach me is via my contact form!
For more popular locations for engagement photos in Southern California, check out my favorite Los Angeles engagement session locations here.
Parks, Mountains, Trails
+ Thomas F. Riley Wilderness Park
+ Quail Hill
+ Jeffrey Open Space Trail
+ Santiago Oaks Regional Park
+ Huntington Beach Central Park
+ Santiago Oaks Regional Park
+ Carbon Canyon Regional Park
+ Lake Forest Eucalyptus Grove / Cerrano Creek
+ Newport Beach Vineyards
Beach & Water
+ Little Corona Beach
+ Woods Cove
+ Treasure Island Beach / The Montage
+ Crystal Cove
+ Duffy Boat Rental in Lido Marina Village
+ Victoria Beach
+ The Back Bay
+ Heisler Park & Beach
Urban
+ Old Town Tustin
+ Old Town Orange
+ Disneyland (if you can get me in, I’m game!)
+ Lido Marina Village
+ Santa Ana Train Station
+ The Camp
+ Anaheim Packing House
+ Noguchi Garden
+ Orange County Performing Arts Center
+ Los Rios Street
Gardens
+ Fullerton Arboretum
+ The Mission San Juan Capistrano
