A guide to the best local photoshoot spots in the Cherry Hill area
The Barclay Farmstead
http://www.cherryhill-nj.com/barclay
(209 Barclay Lane Cherry Hill, NJ 08034)
FEATURES:
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federal style farmhouse with refurbished outbuildings
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Restored herb garden
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nature trails with access to Cooper River
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large community garden
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children’s playground
PROS: great location for every season -
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in the summer the community garden provides a colorful backdrop for photos (especially when the sunflowers start to bloom!)
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with springtime comes the budding of the pink white magnolia trees
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in fall the treetops glow bright yellow and orange
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in the winter the white snow contrasts the brick-red farmhouse beautifully
CONS:
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water settles here - if it’s rained at all within the past week or so be sure to wear water-resistant shoes!
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No public restrooms! Make sure you take care of business before headed to this site, or you’ll have to choose between a bright blue port-a-potty and a colonial-era wooden outhouse
FUN FACT: this location is a verified historical landmark and serves as a living history museum complete with tour guides in 17th century period costumes - tours are free for Cherry Hill residents!
Laurel Acres
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Laurel-Acres-Park/151620331533720
(1045 S Church St, Mt Laurel Township, NJ 08054)
FEATURES:
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central fishing pond surrounded by paved walking paths
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pavilions with picnic tables and seating
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two children’s playgrounds with handicap-accessible equipment
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sports facilities, including multiple baseball and soccer fields and a volleyball court
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enclosed and non-enclosed dog park
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restrooms
PROS:
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Access to restrooms! Wooh!
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Great for little ones, with seating areas and equipment for when they could use a break from the paparazzi
CONS:
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Fairly heavy foot-traffic
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Limited shade
Croft Farm
https://www.cherryhill-nj.com/Facilities/Facility/Details/Croft-Farm-39(100 Bortons Mill Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034)
FEATURES:
- Nature trails connecting with Borton’s Mill trails, the Hopkin’s Pond trails and extending all the way to the Cooper River Park trails in Pennsauken
- Sports facilities including soccer fields
- Art Center
- Little Free Library
- Tables and seating areas
- Restrooms
PROS:
- with all the trail connections, there are dozens of miles of forest to capture
- The Arts Center and surrounding repurposed farm-buildings provide a beautiful rustic backdrop
CONS:
- Many sections of the walking trail are a little too close to the road for comfort
Crows Woods Loop
https://www.facebook.com/crowswoodsgardens/
(Crows Woods Loop, Haddonfield, NJ 08033)
FEATURES:
- Nature trails
- Community gardens
- Sports facilities
- Nature Reserve
PROS:
- Great spot for birdwatchers!
- Vibrant wildflowers and the vast community garden are great backdrops for spring/summertime sessions
- A light, short trail - great for quick sessions and kids
CONS:
- While I personally see this as a pro, lots of off-leash dogs on the nature trails can pose a challenge for photoshoots
Cooper River Park
http://www.camdencounty.com/service/parks/cooper-river-park/
(N Park Dr, Pennsauken Township, NJ 08109)
FEATURES:
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Children’s Playground
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Pavilions and picnic areas
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Nature and biking trails with access to Cooper River
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Sports facilities including softball fields, a cross country track, volleyball courts, the Camden County Golf Academy, and a miniature golf course
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The Camden County Boathouse
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The Cooper River Yacht Club
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Jack Curtis Stadium
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Indoor Restrooms
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Memorial Groves and Biofilter Wetland
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Sculpture Garden
PROS:
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Capture boat launches on the Cooper River with the Philadelphia skyline on the horizon!
CONS:
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Relatively crowded compared to the other locations in this post
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