Where to Take Engagement Photos in Sacramento? William Land Park!

Sacramento?? Absolutely filled with gorgeous places to take engagement photos. So if you’re engaged (congrats!!), as a Sacramento engagement photographer, I know that the struggle is REAL trying to pick out the best engagement photo location that feels both elevated and effortless. But don’t worry, I’ve got you! William Land Park in Sacramento is one of my favorite engagement photo locations for couples who want variety, editorial moments, and a setting that feels calm instead of chaotic. If that’s you, you’ll love it just as much as I do.

William Land Park in Sacramento: Why it Makes the Perfect Engagement Photo Location

I’ll probably never get over William Land Park. It offers several backdrops that are totally unique from each other, all within a short walking distance: gardens, willow trees, water, and subtle architectural moments, and none of them feel busy or overdone. Love that!

Not to mention, it just has a calm, peaceful feeling about it that naturally slows you down. It’s a spot that lets you focus on each other, be romantic, and say, “Oh my God, we’re actually getting married,” which is honestly what your engagement photos should be all about anyway. 

Best Time to Take Engagement Photos at William Land Park

Spring and summer here are insane. Blooming flowers, golden sunsets, and long days make it feel so serene! If you’re choosing one of the spring or summer months to take your engagement photos, I highly recommend going on a weekday to beat the crowds. You’ll also see fewer people the earlier in the day you go, but don’t worry, because as your Sacramento engagement photographer, I plan sessions strategically so we can work around crowds.

What to Wear for Your William Land Park Engagement Photos

The lush, green scenery at William Land Park gives you the opportunity to wear anything you want for your session. So whatever makes you feel gorgeous, wear it, queen! 

Need ideas? You know I’ve got you: 

• The Winona Denim Dress from Altar’d State, paired with pearl earrings and white shoes? Obsessed. 
• You can never go wrong with a white dress, like the Keely Dress from Meshki or the Ivory Cupid Dress from Selkie. The vintage cottage core vibe hits in a place like this every time. 
• Pastel colors, like this blue Jonelle Silk Dress from Reformation, look seriously stunning in a place like this. It’s giving class, it’s giving elegance.

Who Should Take Engagement Photos at William Land Park in Sacramento

As I said before, there’s a spot that will fit your vibe here, no matter what, but there are a few styles that really thrive: 

• A vintage garden feel – between the willow trees and the white flowers, there’s something that just screams secret, romantic, whimsical garden here, and I would love a session based on that vibe. 
• A classy feel – timeless elegance along the walkway is toooo good. 
• An editorial feel – there are spaces in the park that are perfect for a modern aesthetic, and adding a classic car, like Lauren and Peter did? 10/10. 

So, if any of these sound like your dream engagement photos, let’s do it!!

Other Engagement Photo Locations in Sacramento That I Love

While William Land Park is incredibly versatile, it’s not the only location I love working in. So if you’re still wondering where to take engagement photos in Sacramento, there are countless gorgeous engagement photo locations in Sacramento that I frequent and am obsessed with. Here are a few of them:

• Hakone Estate and Gardens for classy, editorial moments. See Irene and Minh’s session here! 
• San Francisco City Hall for crazy-beautiful architecture and lighting that feels actually heavenly. See some romantic AF city hall engagement photos I captured! 
• Mt. Tamalpais, because obviously. See all the jaw-dropping views in Lacey and Micah’s session.
• Half Moon Bay: my fave beach for the coastal girlies! Don’t miss Deema and Bilal’s session for all the inspo. 
• At the Golden Gate Bridge for the couples who want their engagement photos to be a moment. If that’s you, you’ll LOVE Joanne and Matthew’s photos! 
• Filoli Historic Homes and Gardens. It’s iconic, stunning, and perfect for editorial shots. I’m obsessed with Eri and Benji’s engagement photos here. 

Lauren and Peter’s Engagement Photos at William Land Park in Sacramento

These two were a couple with a vision, and I was so here for it. I mean, the classic car, the locations, the outfits?? Love. And not to mention, these two were so adorably in love. You can see it in every photo. The small moments, the hand squeezes, the quiet laughter, their easy closeness… It all made their gallery feel so genuine and romantic!

We hit the park at sunset, and it was so beautiful!! There was something about the way the light was reflecting through the trees and on the water that made it feel extra special and romantic. 

Grace Thao | Sacramento Engagement Photographer

At the end of the day, your engagement photo location should feel like you. So whether that’s one of the spots I mentioned here or somewhere totally unique, I’d love to help you find it! You can inquire here about booking me as your Sacramento engagement photographer. I’m so excited to be a part of your love story!!