SOME OF OUR FAVORITE LOCATIONS

Here is some useful information for locations throughout New Mexico

White Sands

Drive time from Rio Rancho: 4 hours (Travel Fee Applies: $0.67/Mile Roundtrip)

Easy walking

Elena Gallegos Open Space, Albuquerque Foothills


Drive time from Rio Rancho: About 35 minutes

Parking lot is next to location, no long walk necessary.

Woman in a flowy red floral dress stands in golden field during sunset with mountains in background.
A couple shares an intimate moment together while standing in a brown autumn field at sunset.
Family portrait of six people posing together against a desert mountain backdrop.
Romantic portrait against mountain backdrop during sunset.
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A family of four poses together in a desert field with mountains in the background at sunset.
Candid family moment captured against rugged mountain landscape at sunset.
A happy family sitting together in tall golden grass during sunset.
Couple sitting together on rocks during golden hour surrounded by wild grass.
A couple holds hands while walking in front of rugged mountain terrain during golden hour.
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Couple embracing in a golden field during sunset with dramatic lighting.

Cienega Picnic Area / Sulphur Canyon

Cibola National Forest (other side of the East Mountains)

Easy Walking

girl posing for photography in meadow
girl posing for photography on road
girl posing for photography on wood fence

Old Town Plaza

In Albuquerque

Easy Walking

Couple in red attire sharing romantic moment against wooden pillars.
A couple in coordinated purple and burgundy outfits stand close together on a porch with twinkling lights in the background.
A joyful wedding moment captured at sunset with a delicate floral crown and romantic embrace.
Couple walking together on leaf-covered path near gazebo during fall.
Couple dancing together on a patio with festive lights in the background.
A romantic wedding embrace on a staircase with black railings and red chili pepper garlands decorating the columns.
A couple sits together on a white bench surrounded by autumn trees in a park setting.
A bride in a white dress showing her engagement ring while sharing a romantic moment under glowing string lights.
A romantic couple embraces on outdoor stairs decorated with hanging red chili ristras.
Couple standing near ornate gazebo surrounded by autumn trees.
A couple in complementary white and purple outfits embrace while smiling in front of an ivy-covered wall.
Couple walking together under colorful market lights and signage.
Romantic couple moment against rustic adobe wall with vintage lanterns.
A romantic couple embraces in front of an orange building with decorative wreaths and an arched doorway.
A couple shares a romantic moment at sunset in front of an ornate wooden gazebo decorated with lanterns.

Los Poblano's Open Space

In Albuquerque

Easy Walking

A family posing for photography at Los Poblanos Open Space in albuquerque
A family posing for photography at Los Poblanos Open Space in albuquerque
A family posing for photography at Los Poblanos Open Space in albuquerque

Casa Rondeña Winery


In Albuquerque/Los Ranchos

Easy Walking

Facility charges extra to photograph at the location

Las Conchas


Drive time from Rio Rancho: About 1 Hour 20 Minutes (Travel Fee Applies: $0.67/Mile Roundtrip)

Easy Walking

a couple posing for engagement photography in new mexico in valles caldera
A couple walks together on a snowy trail through evergreen woods on a winter day.
A couple embraces while standing in the snow, wearing cozy winter outfits with blue jeans and warm tops.
a couple posing for engagement photography in new mexico
a couple posing for engagement photography in new mexico
a couple posing for engagement photography in new mexico
a couple posing for engagement photography in new mexico

Downtown Albuquerque


Drive time from Rio Rancho: About 35 minutes

Easy walking throughout the City

Alameda Open Space, Albuquerque

Drive time from Rio Rancho: 20 minutes

Easy walking

Eagle Nest, NM

Located high in the scenic mountains of Northern New Mexico, Eagle Nest provides a stunning setting for portrait photography. With its tranquil lake, lush forests, and breathtaking mountain vistas, it offers a variety of picturesque backdrops for capturing timeless images.

Drive Time from Rio Rancho: 3 Hours

(Travel Fee Applies: $0.67/Mile Roundtrip)

A proposal moment unfolds on a hilltop overlooking a serene mountain lake during sunset.
A proposal moment captured outdoors in a desert landscape with mountains in the background at sunset.
Close up of hands displaying engagement rings while couple shares intimate moment in soft lighting.
A couple embraces in a joyful lift pose against a scenic mountain landscape with golden grass in the foreground.
Two people holding hands stand together against a scenic mountain lake backdrop during golden hour.
A couple embraces while smiling outdoors with mountains and a lake in the background during golden hour.
A couple embraces outdoors against a scenic mountain lake backdrop during golden hour.
Close up intimate portrait of a happy couple about to kiss with warm lighting and shallow depth of field.
A romantic couple sharing a kiss against a scenic mountain backdrop at sunset.
A happy couple shares a tender moment while walking together in a mountainous landscape.
A happy couple laughs and embraces outdoors while wearing cozy sweaters on a winter day.

Cimarron Canyon, NM

Nestled in the rugged mountains of Northern New Mexico, Cimarron Canyon offers breathtaking backdrops for portrait photography.

Drive Time from Rio Rancho - 3.5 Hours

(Travel Fee Applies: $0.67/Mile Roundtrip)

A couples poses in Cimarron Canyon for engagement photography
A couples poses in Cimarron Canyon for engagement photography
A couples poses in Cimarron Canyon for engagement photography
A couples poses in Cimarron Canyon for engagement photography
A couples poses in Cimarron Canyon for engagement photography

Gilman Tunnels

Drive time from Rio Rancho: 1 hour

Easy walking

(Travel Fee Applies: $0.67/Mile Roundtrip)

Albuquerque Botanical Gardens

Drive time from Rio Rancho: 30 Minutes

Easy walking

$25 Permit required for photography on the property

Willow Creek Trail - Rio Rancho Bosque

Drive time from Rio Rancho: In Rio Rancho

Easy walking

A mother and daughter posing for family photography
Family posing for family photography
Family posing for family photography

Paseo del Norte/2nd Street

Drive time from Rio Rancho: 20 minutes

Easy walking

Veterans Memorial Park/Water Wise Garden

Drive time from Rio Rancho: In Rio Rancho

Easy walking

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