Photographers Flock To Utah To Set Up Their Tripods At These 13 Gorgeous Spots
By Catherine Armstrong|Published May 28, 2020
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Writer, editor and researcher with a passion for exploring new places. Catherine loves local bookstores, independent films, and spending time with her family, including Gus the golden retriever, who is a very good boy.
We’re continually blown away by the talent of Utah photographers. They produce some truly incredible photos of our favorite places all over the state, and if you’re a rookie who’s ever tried to get a good pic of a waterfall, starry sky, or river, you know just how difficult it can be to excel at the craft.
Whether you’re a photographer who’s new to Utah, or a long-time Utahn who’s new to photography, you might wonder where to start capturing Utah’s natural beauty. Though you’ll find interesting, engaging, picturesque subjects to photograph all over the Beehive State, we have a few suggestions. These 13 spots are all so gorgeous that photographers regularly flock to them. Take a look:
If you're a photographer (or you have a loved one who is), you know that the most dedicated will wake up before dawn to get the perfect shot.
...and sometimes they'll go to great lengths to get just the right angle for their shot. You'll see photographers all over the Beehive State, and these are 13 of their favorite spots.
If you're willing to get up well before dawn, you'll capture a magical sunrise that lights up the red rock. Get there early to claim a spot for your tripod.
Speaking of arches, Utah's iconic Delicate Arch is beautiful year-round, and photographers flock here to wait for the best lighting (and for tourists to get out of the way).
The Wave isn't technically in Utah - it's just over the border in Arizona, but you'll get your permit at the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Visitor Center. Its deep orange colors, and wavy ridges make for some stunning photos.
The vast expanse of the Bonneville Salt Flats calls to photographers, who capture everything from race cars to fashion models posing on the salty landscape.
The beauty of Bryce lends itself well to photos. For the best color, hit the golden hour at sunrise or sunset, when the whole amphitheater lights up with rich, warm colors.
Canyonlands National Park is our most remote park, and the least visited. Much of the park is accessed by dirt roads, and some require four-wheel drive. You'll find yourself far, far away from people, surrounded by jaw-dropping scenery.
While Utah's photographers often gravitate to the southern part of the state, the canyons on the Wasatch Front are also picturesque. Albion Basin in Little Cottonwood Canyon, offers up lush, green forests, emerald lakes, and wildflowers.
Utah is home to the greatest number of International Dark Sky Parks in the world! With 15 parks currently holding the designation, you'll have plenty of place to capture starry skies and the Milky Way. This shot was taken at Balanced Rock at Arches National Park.
Do you love to photograph Utah’s natural beauty? We’d love to see some of your photos in the comments! We also welcome photographers of all skill levels in our Utah Nature Lovers Group, so be sure to check it out!
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