Elopement Inspiration & Planning Resources

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Planning a wedding or elopement in Yosemite means choosing vendors who understand the nuances of the park. The the seasons, the rules, and the unexpected things that pop up in the mountains. Whether you’re dreaming of an intimate Yosemite elopement or a celebration with a few loved ones, this guide will help you connect with […]

Yosemite National Park

November 8, 2025

Your Complete Guide to Yosemite Wedding Vendors

A couple exchanges vows overlooking Yosemite Valley.

Yosemite has more grandeur than any “traditional” wedding venue around. For just $150 bucks, you can get married at one of the most stunning Yosemite wedding locations in the world- surrounded by granite cliffs, waterfalls, and golden light. I’m a Sierra Nevada local and grew up right outside Yosemite National Park. I love sharing all […]

Yosemite National Park

November 4, 2025

Yosemite Wedding Locations | A Local Photographer’s Guide

A bride and groom kiss in the dark at Taft point on their wedding day.

Lauren & Grant hosted a carefree, summer Yosemite Elopement that included all their favorite people. The ceremony took place at the Glacier Point amphitheater, which boasts an iconic view of Half Dome. Following the vows, the group headed back towards Yosemite Valley, to peaceful Cathedral Beach, where they shared a catered picnic brunch.  These two […]

Yosemite National Park

October 24, 2025

Joyful Summer Yosemite Elopement

A groom kisses his bride at sunset on a cliff at Yosemite National Park.

Yosemite is one of the most visited National Parks in the world, and for good reason. It’s stunning, with unbeatable views and photo ops- perfect for a small wedding or Yosemite elopement. So should you host your wedding in Yosemite? As a Sierra Nevada native, here’s my honest photographer’s take on planning a Yosemite elopement. […]

Yosemite National Park

October 16, 2025

Should you elope in Yosemite?

A bride and groom see each other for the first time on their wedding day, in front of Half Dome, in Yosemite National Park.

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