Wildflower Hiking Elopement with Guests at Mt. Rainier
Field Notes: Mt. Rainier National Park — August 2024
Location & Permitting — Mount Rainier National Park
Hair & Makeup — Anne Timss
Rings — Staghead Designs
Flowers — Pike Place Market, Seattle
Photographer & Planner — Wilderpines Elopements
Want to elope at Mt. Rainier? Here's what you need to know:
Get in touch with a local photographer/planner — The first thing you'll want to do is secure your photographer! Even if you don't know exactly where or when you want to elope, it's good to reach out as early as possible. Many elopement photographers (like us) also double as your planner and can help you with the logistics along the way. They'll be able to help you pick a location and help you pin down a date! I highly recommend looking for someone local who knows the ins and outs of the area, including those hidden gem spots like this one. Plus, that often means no extra travel fees!
Elope on a weekday — Weekends can be overwhelmingly crowded pretty much anywhere you go in the region, especially in the busy season (April through October), so I highly recommend picking a weekday for your elopement. You’ll end up with less crowds and a far more intimate experience.
Permits — You'll need a special use permit to elope at Mt. Rainier National Park. You'll also need a national park pass, and in the busiest summer months, you will likely need a timed entry reservation to enter the park.
Seasonality — Mt. Rainier has a lot of super high elevation areas which are not always accessible or free of snow. Picking a date in mid-July though mid-October grants you the best access to most trails. Aim for mid-July through mid-August for the best wildflower blooms! The park is technically open year round if you don't mind strapping on some snowshoes and getting out there outside of peak season, which can also be a great way to beat those crazy summer crowds.
Leave No Trace — Please make sure to leave no trace as you go out for your wedding adventure. Don't leave any litter or decorations, stay on existing trails, and be respectful of other park visitors. Eloping in the wilderness is a privilege, not a right!
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If you’re dreaming of an adventure elopement in the Evergreen state, get in touch and let’s make some magic!
XX LOVE, ASHTON
🌈 LGBTQ+ OWNED & INCLUSIVE | BASED IN SEATTLE
