Family Photos on Beach in Monterey

When you are in Monterey and want family photos, my first suggestion is always going to be the beach. Not only is it gorgeous, but it’s the perfect environment for your kids to have fun at their session. They get to run around with their shoes off for a bit and poke around at the shells and seaweed. I mostly suggest Monterey, Pacific Grove and Carmel beaches, as many are accessible, walk-on beaches with protected areas that are safe for kids to play.

If you have a younger child who you are hoping to not eat fistfuls of sand (I’ve been there with my daughter), I have other forest or field locations to suggest if you prefer that look. When planning your family trip to Monterey, Carmel, Pacific Grove or Pebble Beach, it’s best to book your family session in the morning when there are no crowds out on the beaches. Bonus if it’s a weekday.

I also offer generational family shoots. If you are traveling with the grandparents and your siblings, this is the perfect way to capture everyone. These extended family sessions still capture each individual family unit, as well as grandkids with the grandparents, siblings together, etc. Reach out to plan your Monterey family photography now!