

Please know, permits require about four weeks to process, so you won’t want to put off getting this step checked off of your list! But not to worry- I help all of my clients with this step.Īfter you have chosen the general location within Mt Rainier National Park where you’ll be eloping, you can begin booking your amenities! I have worked with couples who book cabins to get ready in and use at a post-elopement reception space. You can access more information about applying for a permit for Mt Rainier National Park by clicking here. Later on in this blog, I’m sharing some of my favorite locations within the park!Īccording to the National Park Service, most special events require a Special Use Permit. I can help you narrow down your options and we’ll create the best timeline featuring your dream locations for your Mt Rainier elopement. When it comes to your adventure elopement, the sky’s the limit when it comes to the location! Do you want to get ready in an a-frame cabin and then say, “I do,” at a stunning overlook? Done! Are you thinking about a deep, moody forest floor for your vows, then hiking to a fire lookout at sunset? I love it let’s do it! When planning your elopement, you’ll want to choose a general location to help with travel logistics and other planning details. Here are some of my common rule of thumbs when choosing the season for your Mt Rainier elopement: According to the National Park Service, “Visitation is at its peak in July and August, when the weather is warm and dry and the wildflowers are blooming.” So, this factors in choosing the day of the week you’d plan to elope. Like I mentioned earlier, Mt Rainier National Park offers year-round access, which means there are plenty of options when choosing a time of year to elope. From national park logistics, weather patterns and uniquely scouted locations, it’s so important to work with a photographer who is well-versed in adventure elopement photography. But, you also want to book a photographer with experience in adventure elopements.


But, truly, this is a really important step in your planning process! Of course, you’ll want photos of your day to treasure for years to come. Psst.I know of a pretty cool adventure elopement photographer who would love to document your day.just saying (lol). If you can check these off, you’re ready for your Mt Rainier elopement! So, I’ve compiled my top to-do’s for my couples into a simple checklist. I love helping my clients with all the need-to-know steps of pulling off an epic adventure elopement.
