The Pacific Northwest is home to some of the most diverse landscapes anywhere in the world, so it’s no surprise that this has quickly become one of the most popular areas in the world for adventure elopements! If you’re ready to trade in the traditional wedding-planning fuss for an unforgettable experience, here are some amazing elopement destinations within driving distance of Portland, Oregon that will leave you and your partner in awe.

Congrats! If you’re here, you’ve likely already realized that your happiness and experiences on your wedding day are paramount, and maybe that means an elopement is right for you. So how do you plan a totally unique, entirely personal, unforgettable elopement day experience?

Mount Rainier leaves an impression on everyone who visits, and for Ryan & Linda, it was also the only place they knew they were meant to elope. Come along on their sunrise hiking elopement with epic mountain views on one of our favorite trails in Washington.

If you are feeling called to celebrate your wedding or elopement in beautiful Pacific Northwest, this list is for you. Get married near the mountains, beaches, forests or rivers that make the PNW so special, and celebrate in style. These are venues perfect for an intimate wedding or elopement. Some are nestled in their own private oasis, or situated perfectly near the PNW’s most famous destinations.

From the word go, we knew that Claudia and Zach were our people. Come along on a beautiful, Leave No Trace friendly, sunset hiking elopement within Mount Rainier National Park.

Eloping couples often know what they want to experience on their day, but aren’t sure how everything fits together. We’ve determined some of the biggest factors to consider to make sure your elopement timeline flows well!

If you’re looking for a magical indoor location to escape the winter chill, you have to consider a tropical greenhouse elopement. E & J reached out to me just two weeks before their intimate elopement celebration at the end of February. When they decided it was time to tie the knot, they wanted a carefree, intimate celebration with just a few close family members.

Adventure lovers, read on. This Arizona adventure session remains one of our favorite winter hikes to date. Complete with jeep trails, iconic Sedona landmarks, and a hidden cave at sunset.

The Cascade mountain range is always going to feel like our spiritual home. With tall volcanoes, alpine meadows, and dense forests…Trevor and I just can’t get enough of the fresh air and BIG views that these Washington destinations have to offer. We were dying to photograph an epic Mount Baker hiking elopement for a while […]

For a few weeks every year, the trails at Mount Rainier National Park explode with vibrant and fragrant wildflowers of all shapes and sizes. With over 260 miles of maintained trails, it’s totally possible to find a quiet & beautifully lush portrait location if you know where (& when) to go.