14 Amazing Places In New York That Are A Photo-Taking Paradise
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Lea Monroe
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For many of us, a major part of why we love exploring our state is to be able to look back on those scenic memories and to share them with others. Whether it’s just taking a few fun shots with your phone or getting serious and bringing your actual camera along for the adventure, everyone loves capturing the scenery of New York. So, are you looking for a new place to photograph? Then here’s your solution. These 14 amazing places are a complete photo-taking paradise:
Hundreds of stairs, historic natural wonders, and unbelievable waterfalls? What more could we ask for?!
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Not only is there so much to experience and keep yourself busy within the heart of Albany, there's also plenty to photograph. From The Egg to the New York State Museum, you'll find yourself feeling small.
Shutting down for good in October 1979, the station was up and running for 50 years. The historical building has beautiful characteristics and can often come across a bit eerie. Some believe the abandoned building has become the home to many ghosts, offering haunted tours throughout October. But no worries! There's plenty of other tours offered and ways you can volunteer during the daytime hours where you'll find yourself less creeped out, and more in awe of what once was.
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When taking a trip to the art center it's not unusual to see almost every visitor with a camera hanging from their neck. 500 acres of land are available to explore, featuring works of art that will keep your eye glued to your camera.
With an area of over 800 acres featuring endless scenic spots within the urban park, it's hard not to stop and take, well...a million pictures. Castles, bridges, gardens and more, make sure your cameras are charged up!
A historic park featuring grounds and gardens that would be fit for your favorite Disney character, this gem of Canandaigua is a must-see.
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Everyone has their favorite high peak to revisit and look back on, with some of New York's highest elevations, there's truly nothing like the scenery at our summits.
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Whether you're out on the lake or just enjoying it from the shores, there's no denying what beauty can be captured here. Beautiful waters and undeniably romantic sunsets will drain your phones and cameras of any battery life they once had!
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If its historical value wasn't enough to peak your interest, how about the fact that it's just so incredibly picturesque? Something much more than your ordinary green grass and blue skies photo, what you'll capture at Griffi Park will steal your heart.
With so many waterfalls in New York, all having their own special features, its hard for us to not want to spend all of our free time photographing them.
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Located in Cold Springs, this garden is dripping with magic. Not only will you be able to capture the lush greenery of our state, you'll have the opportunity to photograph some of our wildlife too.
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We love our outdoor playgrounds! Whether you're taking a quick hike during the day or camping out to capture the night sky, you won't go wrong with exploring the Catskills.
The hike up Overlook Mountain not only allows you to photograph nature, but ruins as well! The remains of an abandoned hotel will greet you on your hike up to the mountain top, creating a unique place to stop and rest.
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Park your car and walk straight ahead until you're at the pier on Seneca Lake where you can get beautiful shots of the water and surrounding wildlife!
What are your favorite places in New York to photograph?
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