Locations to Consider
Green Hill Park (Salem/Roanoke): Meadows and mountain vistas.
Camp Bethel (Fincastle): Rustic buildings, tall established trees, pond with bridges and open fields.
Vic Thomas Park (Roanoke): Located behind Black Dog Salvage, this area has unique structures, metal covered bridges, and tall grass fields.
Explore Park (Roanoke/Botetourt): River access, trails, and mountain scenery.
Carvin's Cove (Hollins): Trails, woods, and an evergreen tree lined path that leads to a water overlook with a sandy beach and stunning mountain views.
Cherry Blossom Trail (Daleville): Gorgeous spot offering tall trees, wooden bridges, large rocks, and a stunning water feature.
Arboretum at VWCC: Beautiful cultivated gardens with a variety of backgrounds.
Walrond Park (Hollins): Established park offering wooden raised boardwalk trails, lovely forest views, and pretty afternoon light.
Abandoned Building in Buchanan: Location is off the side of rt 11 right before you get to north star heading to Buchanan.
Hollins University: College vibes with willow trees, small ponds, interesting architecture and large open fields.
Greenfield Recreation Park: Near the baseball fields there are evergreen pines and a mountain view overlooking farmland (toward the road, view from the walking track).
Downtown Roanoke: Historic architecture, graffiti murals, train station, and market area.
Hotel Roanoke (Roanoke): Historic hotel with gorgeous indoor and outdoor formal shoot areas, including a trellis covered bridge and courtyards.
Sunnybrook Venue (Hollins): Historic home and event venue boasting manicured grounds, a large willow tree, and cobblestone accents.
Elmwood Park Downtown Rke: Vibrant downtown setting with fountains and cherry trees in the spring. Benches and grassy areas.
Fincastle (Botetourt): Quaint, historic town square with old buildings and charm.
Roanoke College (Salem): Unique architecture, open fields, mature trees, and paver pathways.
Mill Mountain Wildflower Trail: Mountain views, wooded trails, and old trees with grassy areas.