Josh and Alexa’s intimate elopement at Blackwater Falls State Park shows what a calm, intentional West Virginia elopement day can look like — from a private waterfall ceremony to a lakeside picnic with champagne and homemade cake.

Eloping on a glacier in Alaska is unlike any other wedding experience. This Matanuska Glacier elopement guide walks through what the day actually looks like, how glacier ceremonies work, and what couples should know before planning a wedding on the ice.

Erin & Morgan’s Yellowstone elopement in Lamar Valley was full of adventure and spontaneity — from surprise bison encounters to vows along the river trail and a champagne toast at Artist Point. This guide will inspire your own Yellowstone elopement with tips on permits, timing, and the best spots for a truly unforgettable day.

Eric & Teagan’s Orcas Island elopement in Moran State Park was filled with quiet beauty and heartfelt moments — from a first look in the apple orchard to vows overlooking the islands at Little Summit. This guide will help you envision your own San Juan Islands elopement, with tips on permits, ferry logistics, and finding private ceremony spots.

Micaela & Scott’s Shenandoah National Park elopement was the perfect mix of adventure and authenticity — complete with hammocks, a beer toast, and a waterfall cold plunge. This guide will help you plan your own Blue Ridge Mountain celebration with tips on permits, seasons, and the best ways to make your day uniquely yours.

Nathan and Mackenzie’s Redwoods elopement shows how an intentional, multi-location day can unfold naturally—from quiet forest vows among towering redwoods to a relaxed coastal celebration. This guide walks through planning a Redwoods elopement in California, including choosing between national and state parks, building a meaningful timeline, and designing an experience that feels connected to both nature and each other.

Samantha and Shane’s sunset elopement in Joshua Tree National Park shows how desert landscapes can create a calm, deeply intentional experience. This guide walks through choosing ceremony locations, planning around sunset light, budgeting for a national park elopement, and designing a day that feels grounded rather than rushed.

A winter elopement on the snowy Yakima River bank. With magnificent river views only a short walk from their cabin for a private ceremony. Intimate celebrations back at their cabin in front of the fire place with cheesecake and their puppy.

Considering a garden elopement in Los Angeles? This Pasadena elopement at Storrier Stearns and Arlington Garden breaks down what the day actually looks like—from navigating garden rules to choosing flexible ceremony locations.

Intimate elopement in Joshua Tree at a mid-century modern style Airbnb. A fun filled elopement day with harsh light portraits, delicious food prepared by a private chef, fire side ceremony, and a champagne toast at sunset.

Intimate Joshua Tree Elopement in March at Cap Rock with only the bride and groom, their officiant, and I celebrating their love in the desert. We walked among the rock formations and iconic Joshua Trees until the sky started turning hues of blue, purple, and pink before hiking back to our cars.

Simple elopement at Moran Point in Grand Canyon National Park with a ceremony and portraits at Grandview Point.

Lake Tahoe Elopement with a small hike to the top of Eagle Rock with expansive views of Lake Tahoe for their ceremony and couples portraits at the river at the bottom of the mountain.

Hiking elopement in the Blue Ridge Mountains on Roan Mountain in Tennessee. Rebecca and Greg got ready at their yurt Airbnb in North Carolina and then headed out to hike to their ceremony location on Roan Mountain, Tennessee.

Early morning elopement in Sedona with a first look at the bride + groom’s Airbnb followed by a jeep tour. An off-road journey to their ceremony location at 7 Sacred Pools, enjoyed the geology at Devil’s Kitchen sink hole, and took in the views at Airport View Overlook.

Sunrise LGBTQ+ elopement story in one of Arizona’s beautiful state parks, Picacho Peak, near Tucson, Arizona. Cassie and Kenzi hiked to the top of a mountain as sunlight just started to break over the horizon, exchanged hand-written vows, and shared their first dance on a mountain top surrounded by Arizona’s native saguaro cacti.

Intimate evening elopement in Saguaro National Park. The bride and groom wore all black wedding attire and had a stunning contrasting bouquet with purples, blues, pinks, and whites.

Intimate two-person elopement on Orcas Island at Moran State Park with three hikes! A picnic at Cascade Lake, vows at the top of Mount Constitution, and an adventure down to Cascade Falls. Topping the night off with dinner, drinks and dessert at a local farm-to-table restaurant on the water.

An elopement ceremony at a secluded cabin situated on a riverbank with absolutely insane mountain views. Quick photo-op with a vintage Chevrolet Cougar before heading into Mount Rainier National Park for a little adventure and champagne spray.