Photography
at Cy-Hope

Before Your Visit

• No reservations are required, and there is no limit to the number of photography groups on property.

• Please review our property closure dates below to ensure availability.

• Cy-Hope is private property—please be respectful of the space and others on site.

• If you’re planning a group session or have additional questions, please email us at Events@Cy-Hope.org.

Requirements for Photography Use

• All photographers must complete our Photography Liability Waiver before their session. (One waiver may be used per session date. A donation is encouraged for each photo shoot and helps us continue maintaining the property.) Please keep in mind that cameras are in place around the property. Our security team may kindly ask to see proof of your completed waiver and donation. If a waiver cannot be shown, we may need to ask you and your party to end your session and leave the property.

Important Guidelines

• Be snake aware: Snakes may be present throughout the property—not just near ponds.

• Parking: Use the large lots on the left side of the road before entering Cy-Hope.

• Our property includes:

• On the right side of the road: from The Alamo to the Backpack Barn.

• On the left side: all ponds, bridges, pathways, and the gazebo.

• Do not block roads, driveways, or building entrances.

• No confetti or other materials that could harm the environment.

• No livestock animals are allowed on the property

• This includes horses, donkeys, goats, etc.

• Vehicle use for photo shoots is allowed, but please do not drive or park on grass or disrupt traffic.

• Our gates are open from 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM.

• Cy-Hope reserves the right to refuse photography use at any time.

Please help us keep our property beautiful and respect the onsite decor and amenities:

• Do not sit on the well house, cannons, barrels, or wheels. This is for your safety as these are not meant to hold the weight of a person. 

• Do not unplug any of the property lights.

• Do not move benches from their original locations.

• Do not climb onto the Alamo’s structures or fences.

Failure to adhere to our rules and regulations will result in you and your party being asked to leave the premises.