10 Dreamy Engagement Spots - Orange County
It’s More Than Just a Backdrop
When it comes to choosing the perfect spot for your engagement session, it’s easy to be a little… indecisive.
The location is more than just a backdrop - it’s choosing a setting that resonates with your personalities and relationship.
Whether it’s next to the calming sound of crashing waves, running through an open field with no one around, or on a building overlooking the city lights. Each location tells a story. It’ important to pick out a location that speaks to you and captures the essence of your love towards each other.
Here’s some of my favorite storytelling locations in Orange County:
Thomas F Riley Wilderness Park
Coto De Caza, CA
Run through the tall grass with wind in your hair, and hearts full of love! This Wilderness Park is the perfect spot if you’re looking for that open field, wildlife feel to your engagement session.
For couples looking to get away from everyone and frolic around without a care in the world!
Treasure Island Beach
Laguna Beach, CA
Crashing waves, beautiful sunsets, and a perfect way to cool off! What more could you ask for?
This iconic SoCal beach is used by many photographers because of it’s stunning view and rocky background.
The sun always hits in juuuust the right way to create a golden hour sunset that creates a soft warmth in your photos.
Downtown Santa Ana - Art District
Santa Ana, CA
The Santa Ana Art District gives a fun backdrop for engagement sessions, blending urban charm with artistic flair. Take a stroll through the streets and let your photographer capture moments of you guys exploring the area.
From unique architecture, to trendy cafes. This public side street area allows couples to get creative and and use just about anything as a beautiful backdrop.
USS Midway
San Diego, CA
ALLLL ABOOAARD!! The USS Midway is here and ready for your engagement session.
The USS Midway was the longest-serving aircraft carrier throughout the 20th century. For those looking to add a bit of history into your photoshoot, this might be the location for you.
A harbor-like vibe for those looking for an elegant way to tell their love story. The USS Midway is a historic landmark in the town of San Diego.
You can get pictures with the carrier in the background… or you can use the open waters and fleet of boats as an artistic background to add to your photos.
Quail Hill Trailhead
Irvine, CA
Quail Hill Trailhead is a scenic natural setting located in the heart of Southern CA. It’s beautiful green and golden colors make it a photographer’s dream for editing.
The color and liveliness of the area can depend on the season you’re looking to have your session in, so make sure to check with your photographer if this would be an optimal location for the date range.
Your Local College
Are you guys college sweethearts?
Take a trip down memory lane at the place you both met! This can be a great option for couples wanting a story behind their engagement shoot.
Returning to the place where your love story began allows you to relive those cherished memories and create new ones as you embark on this exciting journey together. This is an amazing opportunity to capture pictures that are much more than pexels on a screen.
Victoria Beach
Laguna Beach, CA
Victoria Beach is a captivating coastal gem along the Southern CA shoreline. The Victorian Tower is an iconic landmark to the people of the town.
The waves crashing against the rocky backdrop create a majestic photoshoot opportunity.
Make sure to bring some shoes! It requires a short journey over the rocks to get to this fairytale location.
San Clemente Pier
San Clemente, CA
The San Clemente Pier offers a unique opportunity to blend stunning natural beauty with happy moments. With its breathtaking ocean views, golden sands, and the serene sound of waves crashing, this location provides a romantic and relaxed setting for your engagement session.
Feel the wind in your hair, and the sand between your toes as you fall in love all over again.
And don’t forget to grab a nice seafood dinner afterwards at the well known “Fishermans” restaurant located right on the pier!
