Here are the 5 best scenic spots for graduation photos in El Paso

Gaby Velasquez, El Paso Times

As members of the Class of 2024, high school graduates in El Paso have many options for capturing keepsake photos.

Cap and gown photos can add a special touch to this milestone celebration. Look for special places to take these graduation selfies. It's a way to capture your mood and showcase El Paso landscapes that are important to you.

With some planning, graduates can create memorable photos of this once-in-a-lifetime event. We guarantee you'll be happy you didn't settle for graduation venue photos.

Here are some unique places in El Paso to say, "cheese!"

Castner Range National Monument

For a desert feel to your photos with the Franklin Mountains as a backdrop, visit the Chihuahuan Desert Nature Trail behind the Archeology and Border Patrol Museum at 4301 Woodrow Bean Transmountain Drive.

El Paso Times All-City Girls Soccer Player of the Year Andress' Bella Morgas sits for a portrait Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Castner Range in El Paso, Texas.
El Paso Times All-City Girls Soccer Player of the Year Andress' Bella Morgas sits for a portrait Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Castner Range in El Paso, Texas.

Downtown El Paso

Take a walk around Downtown El Paso for an urban background. You will find many hidden gems to take portraits, including San Jacinto Plaza, the lights and signs on El Paso Street, in front of the Plaza Theater, or even the historic United States Postal Service building.

El Paso All-City Basketball Players of Year, from left, Americas' Jordan Hernandez, San Elizario's Tori Perez and Chapin's KJ Lewis pose for a photo Thursday, March 31, 2022, at El Paso Street in Downtown El Paso, Texas.
El Paso All-City Basketball Players of Year, from left, Americas' Jordan Hernandez, San Elizario's Tori Perez and Chapin's KJ Lewis pose for a photo Thursday, March 31, 2022, at El Paso Street in Downtown El Paso, Texas.

Red Sands

The desert hills at Red Sands at 15698 Montana Ave. would be a different take on a desert background in El Paso. At sunset, the dunes, with their red-orange color, will pop off in your photos.

El Paso Times All-City Baseball Player of the Year Americas' Stephen Sepulveda and El Paso Times All-City Softball Player of the Year Hanks' Desirae Spearman stand for a portrait, Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at Red Sands.
El Paso Times All-City Baseball Player of the Year Americas' Stephen Sepulveda and El Paso Times All-City Softball Player of the Year Hanks' Desirae Spearman stand for a portrait, Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at Red Sands.

Municipal Rose Garden

Escape the desert landscape and immerse yourself in the vibrant colors of the Municipal Rose Garden at 3418 Aurora Ave. Look for roses that compliment your cap and gown color.

Visitors take a walk around the El Paso Municipal Rose Garden on Friday, April 19, 2024 in Central El Paso.
Visitors take a walk around the El Paso Municipal Rose Garden on Friday, April 19, 2024 in Central El Paso.

Upper Tom Lea Park

Visit Upper Tom Lea Park on Scenic Drive at 900 Rim Rd. to overlook the city. You can also catch the Franklin Mountains. Showcase the city at sunset with its vibrant colors as your background.

All-City Volleyball portraits, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, at Tom Lea Park in El Paso.
All-City Volleyball portraits, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, at Tom Lea Park in El Paso.

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