Lao Mai Pond — photo spot in 1260 S Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266, USA
Lao Mai Pond
Small landscaped urban pond offering calm water reflections, reeds, and seasonal waterfowl — good for intimate waterscapes, bird portraits and golden-hour color. Easily accessible from Jordan Creek Pkwy with nearby parking; paved paths and benches make tripod setups simple. Best light: sunrise and golden hour for warm reflections, blue hour for long-exposure moods. Weekday mornings bring fewer people and glassy water; fall and spring deliver peak color and active birds. No entry fee.
Lao Mai Pond
Small landscaped urban pond offering calm water reflections, reeds, and seasonal waterfowl — good for intimate waterscapes, bird portraits and golden-hour color. Easily accessible from Jordan Creek Pkwy with nearby parking; paved paths and benches make tripod setups simple. Best light: sunrise and golden hour for warm reflections, blue hour for long-exposure moods. Weekday mornings bring fewer people and glassy water; fall and spring deliver peak color and active birds. No entry fee.