Taylors Falls Photographer

Do you photograph weddings, portraits and families in Taylors Falls?

Where do you take portraits in Taylors Falls?

Portraits in Taylors Falls lean on Interstate State Park, the Folsom House, the Angel Hill Historic District, the Dalles of the St. Croix riverfront. Whether you're after something classic or more editorial, I map the day's schedule around the light so you get the best fifteen minutes at each stop — and with the drive built into the timeline rather than bolted on.

Which cities near Taylors Falls do you cover?

I photograph weddings, engagements, and portraits across the St. Croix Valley. These are the Taylors Falls-adjacent Minneapolis–St. Paul suburbs I cover most often — every city links to a dedicated local guide.

• St. Croix Falls, WI
• Shafer
• Franconia
• Center City
• Lindstrom
• Minneapolis
• St. Paul

Also serving the wider Twin Cities metro — view all Minneapolis–St. Paul locations.

Local details

What licences, permits and park rules apply in Taylors Falls?

Taylors Falls is in Chisago County, where the County Recorder's office issues marriage licences, and Minnesota DNR rules govern ceremonies, photos and parking at Interstate State Park in town.

Where do you get a marriage licence in Chisago County?

The Chisago County Recorder's office issues marriage licences in two steps: complete the eMarriage application online, then both of you appear in person with valid government-issued identification, allowing 30 minutes (the Government Center closes at 4:30 pm). A supplemental application for one person is accepted only in a hardship situation approved by the Recorder's office staff. The fee is $125, or $50 with a statement from a person authorized to provide premarital education, and the licence is valid for 6 months and only in Minnesota. Source: Chisago County — Marriage

What DNR rules apply to wedding photos and ceremonies at Interstate State Park?

Minnesota state park rules require a filming or photography permit when a shoot may disrupt other visitors, uses a prop, set or compensated models, needs entry to closed areas or access outside regular hours, or involves a drone; the listed exemptions are news coverage and visitors taking photos for their own personal use. Applications start with the park supervisor, and review can take up to 30 days. It is illegal to consume or display intoxicating liquor in Minnesota state parks. Source: Minnesota DNR — State park rules

Can you reserve a picnic shelter at Interstate State Park?

Interstate State Park has an open shelter and an enclosed, accessible stone shelter, both with a fireplace and electricity, and you reserve either one by calling the park office at 651-539-4500. The park is open daily from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m. Source: Minnesota DNR — Interstate State Park

Do wedding guests need a vehicle permit at Interstate State Park?

Vehicles entering a Minnesota state park need a state park vehicle permit, which costs $7 for one day or $35 year-round. If your group has ten vehicles or more, each can buy a one-day permit at the $5 group rate; contact the park at least 24 hours before you arrive, and note that group permits expire at 10:00 p.m. on the day of purchase. Source: Minnesota DNR — State park vehicle permit

Checked against each authority’s own page in September 2026. Fees change — confirm before you budget.

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