Why I Love Albion Basin for Family Pictures

Why I Love Albion Basin for Family Pictures

Albion Basin is one of the most breathtaking photography locations in Utah.

Growing up in Utah gives you a special appreciation for the mountains. As a kid, I spent winters sledding and skiing in Little Cottonwood Canyon, and some of my favorite memories were made at Alta Ski Resort. These days, I still love the mountains just as much, but now I get to experience them through the lens of my camera.

After more than 13 years as a Utah family photographer, Albion Basin remains one of my favorite places to photograph families. There is something truly magical about this location. Every summer, usually from late July through mid-August, the basin comes alive with colorful wildflowers, lush greenery, and sweeping mountain views. The cooler temperatures, fresh mountain air, and incredible scenery make it one of the most sought-after locations for family pictures in Utah.

One of my favorite things about Albion Basin is that every session feels a little different. The wildflowers change from year to year, the light is always beautiful, and the mountains create a stunning backdrop in every direction. If you’re lucky, you may even spot one of the area’s famous moose from a safe distance—something my families always get excited about!

Family Photography at Albion Basin

Albion Basin is especially popular for family photos, maternity sessions, senior portraits, and couples photography because it offers so much variety within a relatively small area. The combination of wildflower meadows, mountain peaks, evergreen trees, and golden evening light creates timeless images that never go out of style.

One thing to keep in mind is that Albion Basin’s wildflower season is short, and parking can fill quickly during peak bloom. That’s why I always recommend booking your session early if you’re hoping for photos during the height of wildflower season.

Whether you’re updating your family portraits, celebrating a new baby, documenting a maternity journey, or simply wanting beautiful photographs with the people you love most, Albion Basin provides one of the most stunning backdrops Utah has to offer.

Looking for an Albion Basin Family Photographer?

I’d love to help you create beautiful, genuine photographs that capture this season of your family’s story.

Wildflower season only lasts a few short weeks each year, and Albion Basin sessions are some of the first dates to fill on my calendar. If you’re interested in family pictures, maternity photos, or senior portraits at Albion Basin, contact Truly Photography to reserve your session.

We’d LOVE to work with your family! Please contact us to book your session! To view more of our work, follow us on Instagram.

How to Get to Albion Basin

Albion Basin is basically the worst kept secret for Utah Photographers. Not everyone knows how to get there, but once they figure it out, it’s their go-to location for July/August sessions. Getting to Albion Basin is honestly pretty simple. Albion is a ski run at Alta Ski resort. Durning the summer months, when the snow melts it’s a beautiful trail area. To get to Albion Basin head up Little Cottonwood Canyon. Alta Ski Resort is basically at the top of the canyon. You’ll know you’re near it because you will come to a little booth in the road. Sometimes there is a worker in it and sometimes it’s not, but usually the worker will ask you why you’re going up the trail and then will give you a few directions.  Then, you’ll head on to a dirt road and head up the trail to Albion. You’ll start seeing wild flowers and then it’s just a race for parking. Pretty much wherever you can park is where you’ll hangout for the night. But you can’t go wrong, it’s all so beautiful.

The Cost to Get up the Summer Road to Albion Basin

As of June 2019 Alta Ski Resort will be charging a $8 per car fee to get up the summer road to the top of the basin. There will be no ski lift this year.

We’d LOVE to work with your family! Please contact us to book your session! To view more of our work, follow us on Instagram.