THE PERFECT SETTING FOR YOUR STORY
OUR LOCATION GUIDE
We know finding the perfect location for your photos can feel overwhelming. That's why we've curated a list of California's most stunning locations. Our guide includes our favorite spots offering the perfect mix of natural light and scenic views, each chosen to make you look (and feel) amazing.
Strands Beach Dana Point
No pets allowed, Steep Stairs, No Public Restroom, Street Parking
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Downtown Laguna Beach
Pets allowed, No Public Restroom (Restaurant access only), Paid Parking (Meter and Lot), 5 minutes drive from Crescent Bay Beach
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Treasure Island Laguna Beach
Pets allowed, Public Restroom available, Paid Parking (Meter and Lot) and some parking can be found in the neighborhood, 8 minutes walk to the beach
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Crescent Bay Laguna Beach
Pets allowed, Public Restroom available, Parking can be found in neighborhood but very limited, 5 minutes drive from Downtown Laguna Beach
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Crystal Cove State Park
(North Side)
No Pets allowed, Public Restroom available, Paid Entrance
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Crystal Cove State Park
(South Side)
No Pets allowed, Public Restroom available, Paid Entrance
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Balboa Island
Pets allowed, Public Restroom available, Paid Lot Parking
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Little Corona Del Mar
Pets allowed, Public Restroom available, Parking can be found in the neighborhood but very limited
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Carbon Canyon Regional Park
Pets allowed, Public Restroom available only at the beginning of the trail, Paid Entrance, 10 minutes easy trail hike to the Redwood Grove
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San Clemente State Beach
Pets allowed, Public Restroom available, Paid Parking, 5 minutes drive from Downtown San Clemente
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Downtown San Clemente
Pets allowed, No Public Restroom (Restaurant access only), Paid Meter Parking
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Quail Hill Irvine
Pets allowed, Public Restroom available, Free parking
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Irvine Regional Park
Pets allowed, Public Restroom available, Paid Entrance
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The Mission at SJC
No Pets allowed, Public Restroom available, Paid Permit
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Noguchi Garden
Pets allowed, No Public Restroom, Paid Parking
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Downtown Santa Ana
Pets allowed, No Public Restroom (Restaurant access only), Paid Parking (Meter and Lot)
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Downtown Orange
Pets allowed, No Public Restroom (Restaurant access only), Paid Parking (Meter and Lot)
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Downtown Fullerton
Pets allowed, No Public Restroom (Restaurant access only), Paid Parking (Meter and Lot)
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Bluff Trail Palos Verdes
Pets allowed, No Public Restroom, Parking can be found in neighborhoods but very limited
Mileage Fee: $30
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Malaga Cove Palos Verdes
Pets allowed, No Public Restroom, Free Parking
Mileage Fee: $30
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Pasadena City Hall
Pets allowed, No Public Restroom, Paid Meter Parking, May need a photo permit.
Photo Permit Required for Weekdays session (Business Hour) & Elopement: $80
Mileage Fee: $50
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Old Town Pasadena
Pets allowed, No Public Restroom (Restaurant access only), Paid Meter or Structure Parking
Mileage Fee: $50
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Caltech, Pasadena
Pets allowed, No Public Restroom
Mileage Fee: $50
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Burlington Arcade, Pasadena
Pets allowed, No Public Restroom (Restaurant access only)
Mileage Fee: $50
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Art District
Pets allowed, No Public Restroom (Restaurant access only), Paid or Street Parking Available
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Elysian Park
Pets allowed, No Public Restroom, Free Parking
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Disney Concert Hall & The Broad
Pets not allowed, Restroom is inside Disney Concert Hall, Paid Meter Parking
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DTLA
Pets allowed, No Public Restroom (Restaurant access only), Paid Parking (Meter and Lot)
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Santa Monica Pier
Pets allowed, Public Restroom available, Paid Parking (Meter and Lot)
Mileage Fee: $70
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Venice Canal
Pets allowed, No Public Restroom, Paid Parking Meter or Street Parking
Mileage Fee: $75
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Abbot Kinney, Venice Beach
Pets allowed, No Public Restroom (Restaurant access only), Paid Parking Meter or Street Parking
Mileage Fee: $75
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LACMA
Pets allowed, Public Restroom available, Paid Parking (Meter and Structure)
Mileage Fee: $50
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Griffith Observatory
Pets allowed, Public Restroom available, Paid Parking, Free Street Parking available
Mileage Fee: $55
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Beverly Hills
Pets allowed, No Public Restroom (Restaurant access only), Paid Meter or Structure Parking
Mileage Fee: $50
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Malibu Creek State Park
No Pets allowed, Public Restroom available, Paid Entrance, Hiking is required to get to the photo spot and the Trail can be pretty steep
Mileage Fee: $105
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Point Dume & El Matador Beach
No Pets allowed, No Public Restroom, Very Limited Parking
Mileage Fee: $100
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Torrey Pines, San Diego
No Public Restroom, Open Parking Lot
Mileage Fee: $55
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Sunset Beach & Balboa Park, San Diego
Mileage Fee: $80
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Downtown San Diego
Pets allowed Outside, No Public Restroom (Restaurant Access Only), Paid & Street Parking Available
Mileage Fee: $100
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Joshua Tree National Park
Pets allowed on some trails, Public Restroom, Park Paid Permit Required, Paid Entrance
Mileage Fee: $250
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Palm Spring
Pets allowed, No Public Restroom (Restaurant Access Only), Paid & Street Parking Available
Mileage Fee: $125
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