Kentucky is full of beautiful lands and incredible waterways that make picture perfect postcards. Amateur and professional photographers alike can find their Zen spot almost anywhere in our incredible state. Not only is the land beautiful, but every 3 months or so it begins to change with the season. Each change is literally a landscaping metamorphosis. The colors blend and change from vibrant bursts of spring colors, to summer shades of vivid green. Afterward we are blessed with autumn’s shades of gold, orange and reds, and finally dark brown, gray, and white during the winter.
Here are 10 amazing picture taking paradises in Kentucky:
- Woodford County
David Cornwell This little road that runs by Pisgah Presbyterian Church property in Woodford County offers a perfect country scene. The well maintained fence line is a perfect contrast to the crisp colors of the grass and trees.
- Markland Locks and dam
USACE This area in Warsaw County offers plenty of beautiful image opportunities with lush forestry and flowing waters. It’s easy to get lost in the beauty of the surroundings, and photographs almost always turn out memorable.
- Carr Creek
UsArmy COE This gorgeous spot in Kentucky offers visitors a peaceful paradise to relax and enjoy the serenity of nature. Photographers will find an amazing array of scenic variety, enabling them to share beautiful memories of the forest and waters.
- Daniel Boone National Forest
Doug Kerr The Natural Arch in McCreary County offers an excellent position to capture miles of nature. Each season offers a new landscape that is truly picture perfect.
- Cumberland River
David Amsler Cumberland is renowned for its beauty and relaxing environment. The area offers a wide variety of trees and plants, along with wildlife. Bad photos are almost impossible in this photographer and nature lover’s paradise.
- Bernheim Forest
Bob Stovall My Grandmother would travel yearly from Alabama to drive through this beautiful park during the fall. The lush forest is an amazing palette of colors all year round, but the autumn can give the woodlands an almost fiery appearance. This is a true paradise for photographers from the lakes to the trees.
- Cumberland River Gorge
David Amsler This beautiful location along the river offers some stunning opportunities for photographers, amateur and professional. The serenity of the river and the beauty of the surrounding area make it a perfect place to relax and take nature photos.
- Red River Gorge
James Thompson Any one of the natural bridges and arches located in Red River Gorge make an excellent viewpoint for scenic images. Every season provides an amazing view from all angles. Photographers become completely surrounded by nothing but beauty from all directions in the Gorge. Actually, the entire park is a scenic photographer’s paradise.
- Land Between the Lakes
US Forestry Service The Land Between the Lakes is a famous area of Kentucky, and perfect for both amateur and professional photographers. The entire lake is surrounded by gorgeous forests and plant life. Some of the wildlife is pretty easy to capture as well, at least on film.
- Nolin Lake
Shannon Tompkins This serene area of Nolin offers a variety of views where the autumn colors are bursting. Anywhere along the water, photographers will find a calming feel and an endless array of willing naturesque models.
These wonderful spots in Kentucky offer picture-perfect spots to relax. The land inspires visitors to create and keep memories all around our state during different seasons. Why? There’s nowhere in the world like Kentucky… Which of the above is your favorite spot to take pictures? If not one of these, then where? Tell us in the comments below!
David Cornwell
This little road that runs by Pisgah Presbyterian Church property in Woodford County offers a perfect country scene. The well maintained fence line is a perfect contrast to the crisp colors of the grass and trees.
USACE
This area in Warsaw County offers plenty of beautiful image opportunities with lush forestry and flowing waters. It’s easy to get lost in the beauty of the surroundings, and photographs almost always turn out memorable.
UsArmy COE
This gorgeous spot in Kentucky offers visitors a peaceful paradise to relax and enjoy the serenity of nature. Photographers will find an amazing array of scenic variety, enabling them to share beautiful memories of the forest and waters.
Doug Kerr
The Natural Arch in McCreary County offers an excellent position to capture miles of nature. Each season offers a new landscape that is truly picture perfect.
David Amsler
Cumberland is renowned for its beauty and relaxing environment. The area offers a wide variety of trees and plants, along with wildlife. Bad photos are almost impossible in this photographer and nature lover’s paradise.
Bob Stovall
My Grandmother would travel yearly from Alabama to drive through this beautiful park during the fall. The lush forest is an amazing palette of colors all year round, but the autumn can give the woodlands an almost fiery appearance. This is a true paradise for photographers from the lakes to the trees.
This beautiful location along the river offers some stunning opportunities for photographers, amateur and professional. The serenity of the river and the beauty of the surrounding area make it a perfect place to relax and take nature photos.
James Thompson
Any one of the natural bridges and arches located in Red River Gorge make an excellent viewpoint for scenic images. Every season provides an amazing view from all angles. Photographers become completely surrounded by nothing but beauty from all directions in the Gorge. Actually, the entire park is a scenic photographer’s paradise.
US Forestry Service
The Land Between the Lakes is a famous area of Kentucky, and perfect for both amateur and professional photographers. The entire lake is surrounded by gorgeous forests and plant life. Some of the wildlife is pretty easy to capture as well, at least on film.
Shannon Tompkins
This serene area of Nolin offers a variety of views where the autumn colors are bursting. Anywhere along the water, photographers will find a calming feel and an endless array of willing naturesque models.
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