Pope Farm Conservancy
Middleton, WI
105 acres of rolling hills, prairie restorations, and seasonally, massive sunflower fields. Wide-open pastoral beauty.
Permit Information
Status
Permit requirements vary - see details
Cost
Ticketed during events
Details
Small portrait sessions generally OK. Sunflower season often requires ticketed entry. Contact: Middleton Parks (608) 821-8370.
Rules & Restrictions
Sunflower event is TICKETED and sells out fast. Plan months ahead.
Best Times to Shoot
Best Times: Late July-August: Sunflower bloom (confirm timing annually). Golden hour: Prairie glows beautifully. Fall: Autumn colors on rolling hills.
Insider Tips
Arrive early during sunflower season (crowds + parking). Rolling hills create natural depth. Bring wide-angle lens for field shots.