Want astoundingly beautiful mountain views for your portrait session? Try Lost Gulch.
Why Lost Gulch Shines for Portrait Photography
Mountains as far as the eye can see
This location is a popular spot for portraits, as well as sunset watchers, and it is easy to see why. The views go on for miles and miles of mountains peaks. The location can make you feel like you’re on the top of the world. The sunset seems to wrap around you and highlights the mountains in a magnificent light.
Short Walk
The lookout is right there off the parking lot. You really don’t have to go far from your car at all to get the best views this location has to offer. Unfortunately, it is not the most accessible walk. It is pretty rocky and can be icy. But is a very short one.
Why This Location Might Be For You
I’d recommend this location for you if:
you want magnificent mountain views.
you want an epic sunset location.
you don’t want anyone to second guess that you’re in Colorado.
you can handle the rocky terrain. In some cases, there are boulders you need to make it around to get to the primary lookout.
you’re okay with being flexible with small children. The primary lookout isn’t good for young children, but as you can see in the image to the left there are other options when small children are involved.
you’re prepared for some wind. It can get quite gusty at this location
you’re okay driving on windy roads. It is at the top of Flagstaff Mountain.
you are flexible with switching location midway into your session. The mountain views are amazing here, but this location is a one trick pony. It can easily be paired with Chautauqua though.
Quick Location Facts
Very short walk, but does have rocky terrain and can be icy in cold months so I don’t give this location a good accessibility rating
OSMP permit required, which is included in all Sara Herkes Photo sessions.
No bathrooms available on site
Snow and ice should be expected in colder months
45 minutes from Denver, 17 minutes from Downtown Boulder, 43 minutes from Longmont, 90 minutes from Greeley, 90 minutes from Fort Collins, 70 minutes from Estes Park, 75 minutes from Castle Rock, and 60 minutes from Aurora.
Sara Herkes is a maternity, newborn, family, and senior photographer based in Longmont, CO. She serves the the Denver Metro Area, the Colorado Rockies, and the Northern Front Range and captures your pregnancy amidst the Colorado wilderness. Learn more about her services here.
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