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10 Places in Utah to Let Your Beauty Run Free

Jul 14, 2025 | By: Brooke Allred

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No filters. No rules. Just you and the land, showing up fully.


Your beauty was never meant to stay indoors.

Don’t get me wrong—I love a good studio glow-up. But there’s something unmatched about standing barefoot in the middle of a wildflower meadow or at the edge of a high mountain lake… and realizing you belong there.

That moment where the world gets quiet and your nervous system finally exhales.
Where your beauty doesn’t feel forced—it just is.

Utah is full of magic. But not the tourist-trap kind. I’m talking soul-shaking, permission-giving, goosebump-inducing landscapes. And every single one of them is a mirror—reflecting your softness, your power, your becoming.

Whether you’re celebrating a new chapter or just craving that “holy shit, I feel alive” moment… here are 10 of my favorite places to let your beauty breathe, bloom, and sing.


1. Manti-La Sal National Forest — Stillness, softness, and space to be.

This one’s home base for me—and for good reason.
It’s peaceful, underrated, and packed with jaw-dropping spots that don’t require crowds or chaos to feel epic.

We’re talking:

  • High-altitude lakes with glassy reflections
  • Secret waterfalls tucked into mossy groves
  • Wildflower fields so open you could scream into them (or twirl until you can’t stop giggling)

If you’re craving quiet beauty, this place holds it with open arms. You get to be the only sound for miles. Just you and the Earth, showing off.


2. Payson Canyon — Wild, lush, and wildly overlooked.

Want waterfalls, rivers, green forest vibes and a soft golden hour all in one place? Payson Canyon is calling.

This spot is pure feminine energy. It’s like walking into a storybook that also happens to understand lighting. If you’re drawn to places that feel alive—this is where you let yourself bloom and be held all at once.

Plus, it’s not overrun like some of the Northern Utah locations, which means your moment stays sacred.

3. Capitol Reef National Park — Layers, texture, and quiet power.

Capitol Reef isn’t as famous as Zion or Arches, but don’t sleep on her.
She’s layered and moody and absolutely breathtaking in a way that feels… earned. Like, “I’ve been through some shit and I’m still stunning” kind of energy.

Perfect for storytelling sessions. Perfect for women who want to honor the mess, the depth, and the rise.


4. Little Sahara Sand Dunes — Wind, movement, and no rules.

You want to feel free? Let’s go to the dunes.

These shoots are all about release. Tossing your hair. Running barefoot. Owning your space in the wide, open wild.

There’s nothing quite like watching the sun kiss your skin while the wind lifts your dress and the sand shapes itself around your footsteps. It’s drama, softness, and soul all in one.

 

5. Moab — Fiery, bold, and made for your inner legend.

Moab is full-on goddess energy.

Red cliffs. Desert textures. Massive arches that make you feel both tiny and powerful all at once. It’s not a subtle location—and that’s why I love it.

Moab is perfect for women who are stepping into their fire. The kind of energy that says, “Watch me.” And trust me… I will.


6. St. George Red Cliffs — Contrast, heat, and that golden glow.

This spot hits every note. Red rock. Soft light. Desert edges. It’s stunning at sunrise and sexy as hell at sunset.

We can go full glam, wild and undone, or soft and mysterious—this location is endlessly versatile and gives serious glow-up vibes without feeling overproduced.


8. Fishlake & Secret Canyons — Fall foliage without the Alpine crowds.

While the Alpine Loop gets all the fame in fall, I’ll take the roads less traveled every time.

Fishlake is a golden dream in October. And tucked-away canyons closer to Central Utah offer aspens, quiet trails, and zero parking wars. Which means we get space to create. To breathe. To dance through the leaves and let the soft light kiss your cheek in peace.


 

9. The Bonneville Salt Flats — Pure, stripped-down presence.

Minimal. Wide open. Silent.

The Salt Flats are what I call the mirror of truth. There’s no backdrop to hide behind—just sky, light, and you. And somehow, it makes you shine brighter.

This location is perfect for portraits that feel ethereal, cinematic, and deeply personal. The kind of photos that make people stop scrolling and whisper, “Damn…”

9. Wildflower Fields in Central Utah — Let yourself bloom.

Every summer, Mother Nature shows off—and I say, let’s join her.

Hidden wildflower fields pop up across Utah’s central mountains in July and August. These sessions are joyful. Feminine. Wild in the most beautiful way.

Want to wear a flowy dress and spin like a girl who remembers her magic? This is your spot.


10. Wherever your soul feels at home.

The truth? The perfect location isn’t the most dramatic. It’s the one that feels true to you.

I’ve photographed women in mountain meadows, sand dunes, lake shores, and dirt roads near their grandma’s house. And every time, what makes the image powerful… isn’t the place. It’s the presence.

So whether you want to feel soft, wild, grounded, or rebellious—we’ll find the view that matches your energy.


Utah is a landscape of emotion!

Bold. Quiet. Soft. Powerful. And so are you.

If you’re craving a portrait session that feels more like a soul adventure than a photoshoot, I’m your girl. I’ve scouted, wandered, and created in all of these places—and I’d love to help you find the one that holds your story best.

Explore the Outdoor Beauty Sessions, or reach out and tell me what part of you wants to be seen right now.

Because you don’t need a filter when the whole damn landscape is cheering you on.

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