When you picture a winter wonderland, what do you see? Snow covering the ground and trees, a few carolers walking the snow-covered streets, beautiful lights and decorations all around town? If you’re a photographer looking for a perfect backdrop for a winter-y scene or looking for your next winter vacation spot that’s Insta-worthy, here are 7 Winter Wonderlands perfect for a photoshoot in the US.
Bear Valley, California | @bearvalleyresortBear Valley, California
A less-crowded destination for snow sports, Bear Valley gets about 30 feet of snow per year, making it an excellent spot for those snowy winter photoshoots.
Camden, Maine | Benjamin Williamson @benjaminwilliamsonphotographyCamden, Maine
The perfect backdrop for your holiday-movie-themed winter photoshoot, Camden is a picturesque New England town that is exactly what you think of when you hear “picturesque New England town.”
Whitefish, Montana | Chuck Haney @chuckhaneyphotoWhitefish, Montana
Named one of the top ski destinations in the world by National Geographic, Whitefish is the perfect snowy backdrop for a nature photographer's winter photoshoot.
Leavenworth, Washington | Afif C. Ramdhasuma @javaistanLeavenworth, Washington
This Bavarian Village in Washington might be the most quaint location on this list. Everywhere you look there’s a perfect shot of an adorable storefront decked with colorful lights poking through a winter-y scene.
Gatlinburg, Tennessee | Adam Gravett @adamgravettGatlinburg, Tennessee
Nestled in the Great Smoky Mountains, Gatlinburg is a quaint town with breathtaking mountain views to spend a weekend taking your best winter engagement photos.
Ouray, Colorado | Jack Brauer @jackbrauerOuray, Colorado
Sometimes referred to as the “Switzerland of America,” you’ll be completely surrounded by winter-y mountain photo opportunities in Ouray, Colorado.
Canaan Valley | @tuckercounty_wvCanaan Valley, West Virginia
This small West Virginia town comes to life in the winter with a multitude of winter sports amidst a scene of Allegheny Mountains.
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