Washington Elopement Packages
Simple, stress-free all-inclusive elopement packages in Washington
Washington Elopement Packages
Simple, stress-free elopement experiences anywhere in WA
Let us handle the logistics.
Our approach:
Less is more.
Eloping doesn't have to be complicated.
Most wedding advice tells you to add more: more vendors, more details, more expectations.
But it can be simpler than that — a joyous, intimate adventure with your love, somewhere beautiful.
The same thing you might two do on a day off — just with a little more paperwork, a little more planning. (Both things we can help with, by the way.)
“But shouldn’t we ____?” Only if you want. Only if it’s important to you.
Grab a $15 bouquet from Pike Place Market. Or go without — let the alpine meadows be your blooms. Wear the same hiking boots you’ve been wearing in for a decade. Do your own makeup. Or skip it entirely.
Say heartfelt words, from the heart. Cry. Kiss. Let your dress get dirty. Smell the wildflowers.
We’ll help with the details and the planning — you two just focus on the experience.
How to elope:
1. Get out in nature.
2. Say "I Do".
We’ll handle the rest.
Our approach:
Experience First.
Photos second.
Photographs are meant to serve the experience—to serve the moment. Not the other way around.
Your wedding day is not a photoshoot.
Yes, your photos are important. But the heart of your elopement is your experience. This is a chance to slow down, be present, and spend quality time together — not perform for the camera.
The best photos come from truly great experiences — exploring, connecting, saying your vows in a way that actually feels like you. Great photos help you remember that feeling.
Our approach is low-key and supportive: gentle direction, freedom and space for spontaneity, creating a mix of natural portraits, landscapes, details, and candid moments that tell the story of your adventure — without it feeling like a production.
Not a photoshoot — an adventure worth photographing
Meet the Photographers
Wilderpines is a small Seattle-based team of elopement photographers helping couples escape the wedding world and elope in the wild landscapes of Washington — from Mount Rainier and the North Cascades to Olympic National Park and beyond.
Together, we’ve photographed 180+ adventures, officiated 80+ ceremonies, and helped couples plan everything from sunrise solo hikes to multi-day mountaintop adventures.
We’ll bring our local expertise and leave-no-trace awareness to help plan the day, handle the logistics, and document the experience so you can stay present for what matters most: getting married somewhere beautiful in a way that feels like you.
Where we go for adventure elopements
Washington has SO much to offer for adventure elopements — snow-capped mountains and alpine meadows blooming with wildflowers, lush rainforests covered in moss and ferns, roaring waterfalls and rivers, and rugged, moody coastlines that go on for miles. We’ll go anywhere in Washington, but here are our favorite elopement locations:
North Cascades + Mt. Baker
Our favorite alpine area: rugged, remote, iconic. Turquoise alpine lakes, lush forests, world-class mountain views. Options for hiking elopements + accessible ceremonies at Artist Point, Heather Meadows, Picture Lake, and more. Aim for July-Oct for best alpine conditions, or consider a winter elopement if you want to snowshoe.
Olympic National Park
Incredible diversity of scenery: mountains, forest, coastlines, rivers, lakes, waterfalls, all in one park. Lake Crescent, Hoh Rainforest, Hurricane Ridge, Ruby Beach — just a handful of our favorite spots. Great options for “just us” elopements or small groups. Many spots are accessible year-round, including the coast and rainforest — moody Twilight vibes, anyone?
Mount Rainier National Park
Great for hiking elopements + group ceremonies. Great diversity: mountains, meadows, forests, waterfalls. Sunrise, Tipsoo Lake, Paradise have lots of great hiking trails and accessible overlooks. Aim for July-Oct for clear alpine access, or winter wonderland elopements in Feb-Mar.
How this works
What it’s like to elope with us & how we help you plan
1. Pick a date + location together
Most couples don’t have an exact date or location picked out yet — that’s totally fine. Let’s hop on a call, and I’ll ask some questions and share recommendations based on what you’re envisioning.
Once we’ve got a date picked out, I can send over a contract to make things official!
2. I’ll share my resources with you
Right after booking, you'll get access to my full planning resource library — 150+ pages of Washington-specific guides, templates, and tools I’ve written and refined over hundreds of elopements.
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Planning checklist
Preferred vendor recommendations list
Timeline guide + activity ideas
Washington travel guides
Budget & itinerary templates
Guides for attire, hair & makeup, DIY tips
Ceremony guides + vow writing tips
Marriage license + name-change guide
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In the beginning I'll send you a brainstorming questionnaire to get your thoughts flowing, and to help me make personalized recommendations for what you’re looking for.
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Personalized suggestions based on your vision, the season, and how far you want to hike/travel
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I'll let you know what's required and walk you through the process. Most national parks require one; most national forests don't.
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Personalized suggestions that fit your vibe (and budget)
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I’ll craft a timeline that puts you in the right places at the right times — best light, fewest crowds, without feeling rushed.
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We'll have Plan A, B, and C ready. If we need to pivot, I’ll take the lead so you're not making decisions on the fly.
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I’ll help you find the perfect spot: secluded, stunning, accessible if needed. If I'm officiating, I'll craft a ceremony personalized to you — readings, rituals, symbolic touches — and help you through the paperwork too.
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We'll talk through what to pack vs. what to borrow from our Trading Post (adventure gear, picnic supplies, lanterns, umbrellas, simple décor and more)
3. We plan your day together — support at every step
I’m here to support you through this entire process — from the idea stage through to final prep.
4. The adventure begins!
My day-of philosophy: your experience always comes first. The best photos come from truly great moments — not the other way around.
Candids, portraits, details, landscapes, quiet moments, and everything in between
Portrait time woven throughout your day, not crammed into a block
Gentle, movement-based direction — prompts when helpful, space when it's not. No stiff posing.
We slow down, explore, and let the day unfold naturally
The result: A gallery that feels lived-in, timeless, and deeply personal — rooted in real experience, not a performance.
Washington Elopement Packages & Pricing
What’s Included
Adventure Experience
Every elopement fully designed around you — your pace, your landscape, your vision. Coverage from 6 hours to multi-day treks, anywhere in Washington. We’ll help you find the perfect location. Come as just the two of you or bring along up to 10–30 guests depending on your coverage.
Photography
Gorgeous photos of you and your love in wild places. Natural, gently guided portraits, candids, landscapes, and details to tell the full story. You'll get sneak peeks to share right away, followed by a full edited gallery of high-resolution images. No photo caps, unlimited personal printing rights. Fine art prints, albums, and wall art are also available through our print shop.
Planning Support & Local Expertise
We know the ins and outs of Washington — the hidden gems, the permits, the fickle weather patterns — and we put all of it to work for you. From the get go, you’ll get access to our planning resource library of checklists, vendor lists, travel guides, and more. Plus we’ll meet to talk through locations, custom timelines, lodging suggestions, permit guidance, and backup plans to make sure we’re prepared for our adventure.
Officiating
For just-the-two-of-you elopements, complimentary officiant services are included. Your ceremony can happen anywhere, anytime, with a script customized to you. I’ll also walk you through the marriage license process and file your paperwork after the ceremony.
Outfitting
Borrow what you need from our Trading Post — hiking gear, picnic supplies, lanterns, décor, and more. Everything is sustainable and reusable, so you're not buying things you'll only use once. Especially handy if you're flying in from out of town and want to pack light.
Multi-Day Elopements
For couples who want the best of both worlds. Day 1 can be spent celebrating with loved ones, then day 2 can be totally yours to explore and enjoy that full “just us” adventure, or experience two totally different locations. 12+ hours of coverage is totally flexible over the two days, so you can customize it exactly how you want it.
Starting at $10,400
Full Day Elopements
A full day of adventure means your full story is captured. Set out on a hike or visit multiple scenic locations, bring a few guests or elope totally on your own — a full day means full flexibility. Coverage from 8-10+ hours including an option to split your time between sunrise and sunset, for the best light and fewest crowds.
Ranging $6,400-8,200+
Half Day Elopements
An intimate adventure with time for ceremony, celebration, a little exploration, and incredible portraits without feeling rushed. 6 hours of coverage is perfect for couples who want to keep it low-key, just the two of you out in the wilderness together.
Starting at $4,800
Creative Add-Ons
Postcards
A custom-designed postcard from the place you got married, made from one of your photos, in the style of vintage national park postcards. Unique, nostalgic, tangible proof – you really did that.
Super 8 Film
Documentary-style analog video captured on our vintage Super 8 cameras — timeless, dreamy, instantly nostalgic. A little imperfect, but that’s the point.
“Ashton went above and beyond. Not only did he capture every special moment, but he also provided much-needed hot coffee at 6 a.m., bandaids for when a choice to jump off a rock was made, committing to get into Lake Crescent when we decided to jump in. So many memorable moments he made with us. We seriously walked away feeling like we have a new friend in our life, which was icing on top of the cake for our perfect day. Thank you so much!”
— Casey & Jarrett @ Olympic
“They were incredible throughout the planning phase. They were on top of all the nuances of an adventure elopement and kept us up-to-date, including national park rules and requirements, road and weather conditions, leave no trace principles, contingency plans, and more. As adventure elopement planners, Wilderpines is top notch and exceeded our expectations.”
— Monica & Nic @ Mt. Rainier
Don't take it from us...
From past adventurers
“We had an absolutely amazing experience! From the beginning we were well taken care of. Their communication is stellar and every single detail was thought through for our special day. On the day Ashton went above and beyond to make things comfortable and magical for us. Like having a friend spend the day with us and take our photos. 10/10 recommend Wilderpines to anyone looking for an easy, intimate, magical, stress-free elopement day. Thank you!”
— Kayley & Joe @ Mt. Baker
Ready to get started?
Here’s how this works
1. Get in touch
Get in touch below and tell us what you’re dreaming up — even if it’s just “we want to elope somewhere beautiful!”
2. Schedule a call
We can get to know each other, talk through ideas and next steps, and answer any questions you have. Not sure when or where yet? We’ll help you choose.
3. We’ll take it from there
We’ll guide you through the whole process, from picking a date/location to getting your gear list together, with resources, inspiration, and advice at every step.
Get in touch
Still early in the process? No problem — that’s my favorite place to start.
Tell me the kind of experience you’re looking for. I’ll help with the details.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Peak season (June thru Oct) – 9-12+ months recommended
Slow season (Nov thru May) – 6-9 months
We occasionally take on last-minute elopements (within ~1-3 months) — feel free to reach out for availability.
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Absolutely! I love helping couples pick the perfect spot – I’ll share recommendations based on scenery, accessibility, privacy, logistics + travel needs.
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Hiking is totally optional. Around half our elopements include hiking — others feature scenic drives, cozy cabins, boat rides, picnics, or barefoot beach ceremonies.
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Depends on your location. We’ll help walk you through the process and make sure you have what you need.
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Officiant – For “just us” elopements we offer complimentary officiating! If you’re inviting guests, we have a list of amazing pros you can hire, or resources to share if you want a loved one to perform the ceremony.
Witnesses – You’ll need two to sign. No guests? No problem. We’ll find friendly strangers on the trail or pop into the visitor center before we file. If we’re not officiating, we can be a witness.
We’ll talk through all this during the planning and make sure you have what you need.
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Guests — Yes, with some limits. Depending on your location/permits and what package you have, bring up to 10-20. For multi-day packages you can bring up to 30.
Pets — Most national forest lands allow pets; most national parks do. We’ll help you figure out what’s allowed and what’s safe for your furry companion.
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This is the Pacific Northwest — we’re ready for it. Rain, fog, snow, sun: we embrace it all. That said, if weather becomes unsafe or inaccessible (wildfire, closures, etc.), we’ll pivot with a solid backup plan. Contingency planning is built into what we do.