Location Scouting – St. Jacobs, ON

This is the first in a series of posts where I will share some of my favourite locations for your photo sessions!  If you’re willing to make the drive to St. Jacobs, it provides a lovely location as a backdrop for your maternity, engagement or family photo session.  Below are three of my favourite spots.

Mill Race Trail Head

Front Street location

This location is very close to the parking lot, you just head West down Front Street from King Street.  Parking is on the right hand side before the road bends and becomes Isabella st.  The trail head here starts with a rustic picturesque bridge and walking trails along the river.  It’s a very natural setting where we can use trees, the bridge, and have water in the background.

Below are some images (iPhone – with a matte filter) to give you an idea of what this location is like followed by the map:

Woolwich Trails

East side of St. Jacobs

This is a lovely spot that’s a bit more open, with a large field, closer access to the river to use as a backdrop and a winding trail.  Parking is available in the large lot at the end of Albert St. East.  You just head East on Albert street from King Street and follow the sign’s for Bus/RV parking.

Three Bridges Dam

West side of town

This is a beautiful spot for images as well that has lots of lush greenery and a small water fall from the dam.  It’s located a few minutes drive West from the village; we find it easy to head West down Henry St. from King Street, Turn right at the stop sign onto Three Bridges Road and just follow that along around a bend.  There will be parking on the right hand side just before you get to the bridge.

Any of these locations provide a nice backdrop for natural images, and then if you have time, spend a bit of time wandering through the village or grabbing a bit to eat.  The bakery is amazing and full of yummy breads, treats and pies.  There are so many quant little shops and a toy store with everything you can imagine it truly is a special place to visit.

Thanks very much!

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