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Kalamazoo River Valley Trail Photography for Kalamazoo County Parks

  • Writer: sarahrypma
    sarahrypma
  • Jun 13, 2025
  • 1 min read

Updated: Mar 3

This Kalamazoo River Valley Trail photography session highlights one of Michigan’s most beloved multi-use paths through both ground-level storytelling and sweeping drone imagery.

Drone view of runners on the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail bridge crossing the river, showcasing movement, community, and scenic trail design.

Spanning 24 miles—and eventually 35—the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail (KRVT) connects parks, neighborhoods, and downtown Kalamazoo with a safe, scenic 10-foot wide paved pathway.

Teen runners cross a bridge along the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail, surrounded by American flags and summer greenery in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Close-up of runners’ legs in motion on a curving section of the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail, emphasizing speed, energy, and active trail use.

Whether you're walking, biking, commuting, or just soaking up the scenery, the trail provides space for everyone to move and connect.

Family walking their dog along a flower-lined section of the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail, surrounded by greenery and nature near the Kilgore segment.
Golden retriever walking with a group of people on the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail, captured from a low angle to highlight movement, joy, and companionship.
Drone photo of runners on the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail surrounded by summer greenery, showcasing the trail’s connection to nature and fitness.
Group of teenage boys running across a bridge on the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail, representing youth, energy, and active use of public space.
Drone photo of cyclists and walkers crossing the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail bridge over the river, highlighting community use and scenic infrastructure.
Three older adults biking along the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail, passing curve and caution signs, showcasing the trail’s accessibility and appeal for all ages.
Smiling older man riding a bike along the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail near mile marker 17, illustrating the trail’s accessibility and joyful energy.

As a commercial photographer based in Kalamazoo, I’m always drawn to the moments where people and place meet. For this session, I focused on capturing the different perspective that drone photography offers—showcasing the trail’s natural beauty, community use, and sense of movement from above.


This session is part of a multi-year commercial photography partnership with Kalamazoo County Parks. Read the full story of how this visual archive transformed their marketing →


If you’re looking to tell the story of your public space, nonprofit, or organization through authentic, high-impact photography, let's chat and create something beautiful together.



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