The Front Range-So Many Choices!
Denver Metro Area
Denver Zoo
How to get there:
Zoo Entrance |
N39.7512° | W104.9495° |
The zoo entrance is located on 23rd Avenue between York St. and Colorado Blvd. Directions.
Photo Ops: 
The Denver Zoo houses a large collection of animals. The trick is to create photographs that don't look as if they were taken at the zoo.
Denver Botanic Gardens
How to get there:
Garden Entrance |
N39.7322° | W104.9598° |
The Denver Botanic Gardens is at located 1005 York Street. Directions.
Photo Ops: 
Wonderful opportunities for flower and butterfly photos. The displays change throughout the seasons as different flowers come into bloom, so it is deserving of several visits throughout the year.
Butterfly Pavilion
How to get there:
Butterfly Pavilion |
N39.8858° | W105.0662° |
The Butterfly Pavilion is located at 6252 West 104th Ave. Westminster, CO. Directions.
Photo Ops:
An opportunity to get great closeups of a multitude of different butterflies. Monopods only, no tripods. Arrive at opening time to avoid crowds.
Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater
How to get there:
W. Alameda Parkway Entrance |
N39.6797° | W105.1977° |
| Red Rocks Park Road South Entrance | N39.6542° | W105.1983° |
Red Rocks Park is located near Morrison, Colorado, 15 miles west of Denver. Directions.
Photo Ops: 
Visit at sunrise to get great lighting on gorgeous red rock formations and the chance to sight wildlife in the area.
Roxborough SP
How to get there:
Roxborough Dr. |
N39.4483° | W105.0698° |
Photo Ops: 
The park is filled with dramatic red-rock formations and a host of wildlife ranging from black bears to mule deer. Hike the trails to capture one of the many beautiful views.
Colorado Springs Area
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
How to get there:
The Zoo |
N38.7723° | W104.8530° |
Located in southwest Colorado Springs on the side of Cheyenne Mountain, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is situated just above The Broadmoor Hotel. Directions.
Photo Ops:
Located in Colorado Springs, it is less visited by people here in the Denver area, but a great location for animal photos.
Garden of the Gods
How to get there:
Park Entrance |
N38.8778° | W104.8693° |
The Garden of the Gods is located at 1805 N 30th Street (at Gateway Rd.) in Colorado Springs. Directions.
Photo Ops:
Garden of the Gods Park has a wealth of creative photo opportunities. You can take great photos from the Gateway or Balanced Rock parking lots or hike some of the many trails for even more possibilities.
Pikes Peak
How to get there:
To reach the toll road, Exit I-25 at exit 141 (SH 24), going west toward the mountains, then take the Pikes Peak Toll Road exit and follow the signs to get to Pikes Peak.
Photo Ops:
With a toll road that goes to the summit at 14,110 feet, The photo opportunities are endless. Wildfowers, wildlife, and mountain vistas to name a few.
At the top, the north side of the summit offers the most dramatic views, with a sharp drop off into the aptly named Bottomless Pit. Start there, walk to the far side near the High Altitude Research Station for a look at the Continental Divide, and end at the viewing platform on the south side.
Foothills and Beyond
Eldorado Canyon SP
How to get there:
Park Entrance |
N39.9317° | W105.2960° |
Eldorado Canyon is located about 5 miles southwest of Boulder. Directions.
Photo Ops:
Located just outside of Boulder, rock climbers from around the world come to assail the steep canyon walls with the scenic South Boulder Creek at their base. Try some of the trails. Get some photos of the climbers.