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.

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.

When most people think of their elopement day, they first picture typical summer, spring or autumn elopement destinations. But what if you’re not most people? What if a wintertime destination elopement is calling your name?

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.

We met Laura and Drew at the trailhead at 3:30am, and began our hike in the dark with only headlamps lighting the way. Our goal? To reach the Mount Fremont lookout before the sun rose, so they could say their elopement vows with the colorful peak of Mount Rainier lighting up behind them.

Olympic National Park is home to some of the most diverse terrain anywhere in the country, and that’s part of what makes it one of our favorite elopement destinations. If you’re considering eloping in beautiful Washington state, Olympic National Park should be on the top of your consideration list. Take a look at some of the best sights within the park.