Amazing Engagement Locations in Southern California

 

Congratulations on your engagement!

If you live in Southern California, you are fortunate, because there are so many amazing locations its unreal. This guide will help you to narrow down a few locations that might interest you! Its by no means exhaustive, just a few of our personal favs!

These are popular locations located in Los Angeles & Orange County they offer a wide diverse variety of gorgeous views, backgrounds overall aesthetics. Any one of these locations will undoubtedly provide stunning results from your engagement session. It’s also important to point out that this short list is obviously not the only set of beautiful locations in LA & OC but for our style we really prefer locations that have more variety over just one beautiful location. The reason is simple; more variety equals more “looks” for your shoot! Here are some of our picks for engagement locations in Los Angeles & Orange County. 

Malaga Cove, Palos Verdes Estates

Engagement shoot Malaga Cove

Malaga Cove, Palos Verdes Estates is a mediterranean-style beach city. There’s trails, parks and plenty of beautiful coastline.


Griffith Park

Engagement shoot Griffith observatory

Griffith Park is a large municipal park at the eastern end of the Santa Monica Mountains, in the Los Feliz neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, There’s almost limitless possibilities for your session here. There’s mountain views, trails, forest and of course the iconic observatory and its beautiful architecture. Griffith Park is a large municipal park at the eastern end of the Santa Monica Mountains, in the Los Feliz neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, There’s almost limitless possibilities for your session here. There’s mountain views, trails, forest and of course the iconic observatory and its beautiful architecture.


Engagement shoot LA

Downtown LA

Unlimited looks..

If your looking for a more edgy vibe downtown LA might be your style. Such amazing variety around every corner, from the Civic Center, Arenas, shops, coffee spots, or even whole graffiti painted streets, its all here.


Oak Canyon Nature Center

Engagement shoot Oak Canyon Nature Center

Oak Canyon Nature Center is a nature preserve located in Anaheim. Its a city park that spans an 58-acres, comprising three adjoining canyons of the Santa Ana foothills. If your looking for more of a woodsy feel there’s plenty of trails and greenery. Almost feels like a different state. Beautiful light.


Manhattan Beach

Engagement shoot Manhattan Beach

Manhattan Beach is a cool laid-back South Bay community popular with families and outdoor enthusiasts. The Strand bike path winds along the oceanfront between modern mansions and wide stretches of sand lined with volleyball courts. The Pier features a quaint aquarium with amazing views. There are several parks, and a small downtown area with boutiques, brunch cafes, pubs & creative, upscale eateries. The sunsets are incredible!


Pasadena City Hall

Pasadena City Hall

With its Spanish Colonial architecture and lush garden courtyard its no surprise why its such a popular engagement session location. Its beautiful at every angle.


There’s plenty of amazing locations all around LA, Orange County & San Diego

here are few others to keep in mind:

Laguna Beach

The Venice Canals

Arlington Garden

Balboa Park

Arboretum and Botanic Garden of LA County

El Matador State Beach in Malibu

The Viceroy

Glamis Sand Dune


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