Natural Park Settings
Local parks and gardens are a beautiful choice for seniors who want a nature-inspired session. With fields, wildflowers, trails, and seasonal blooms, these spots offer a relaxed and timeless backdrop.
Below are some of my favorite local locations — however, if you have a special place in mind, let me know, and we’ll make it happen!
Boerner Botanical Gardens
Hales Corners, WI
Boerner Botanical Gardens is a beautiful, polished location with seasonal blooms, stone pathways, and well-kept landscapes—great for seniors who want a more classic natural setting.
A Photo Permit and Pre-registration are required.
Lapham Peak
Delafield, WI
Lapham Peak offers scenic trails, wildflower fields, and a beautiful butterfly garden—perfect for seniors who want a natural, outdoorsy feel. With open meadows, shaded paths, and seasonal blooms, it’s a peaceful spot full of variety.
An annual state park sticker or daily vehicle pass is required for entry.
Minooka Park
Waukesha, WI
Minooka Park is a stunning county park featuring wooded trails, open fields, tall grasses—and a sandy beach by a calm pond. It’s an ideal setting for senior sessions, offering a natural, relaxed backdrop with seasonal wildflowers and varied landscapes perfect year-round.
An annual county park membership or daily vehicle permit is required for entry.
Ottawa Lake Recreation Area
Dousman, WI
Ottawa Lake is a peaceful spot with a sandy beach, calm water, wooded trails, and scenic docks—perfect for seniors who want a natural, laid-back vibe. With seasonal color and plenty of variety, it’s a beautiful location year-round.
An annual state park sticker or daily vehicle pass is required for entry.
Retzer Nature Center
Waukesha, WI
Retzer is a beautiful spot for senior photos if you love nature and a laid-back vibe. With tall pines, winding trails, and open views of Waukesha, it offers a mix of textures and tones—lush greens in summer and warm golds in fall. It’s especially stunning at sunset!
Free entry and parking available, no permit required.
