The Best United States Elopement Locations for Non-Traditional Couples
If you are considering eloping, but want a location that is as epic as your love story— I GOT YOU! Here are my bucket-list elopement locations that are too cool not to consider. If you’re looking for a photographer to do these locations justice, I might be your girl.
Cannon Beach, Oregon
Cannon Beach is one of my personal favorite places on Earth. Nestled in the Pacific Northwest, Cannon Beach is more than a coastal gem—it's a gallery of rugged sea stacks and the iconic Haystack Rock, making it an unconventional yet serene elopement choice. Oregon’s coast is the best spot for a moody, cinematic elopement. You can get some inspo from this elopement I photographed at Cannon Beach.
2. Antelope Canyon, Arizona
Imagine exchanging vows in a world of swirling sandstone, bathed in ethereal light beams. Antelope Canyon in Arizona is a dreamlike slot canyon that'll add a touch of magic to your elopement.
3. The Wave, Arizona
Dive into a landscape that feels like a surrealist painting come to life. The Wave, with its undulating sandstone formations, offers an extraordinary canvas for your love story.
4. Havasu Falls, Grand Canyon
For a secluded and picture-perfect ceremony, Havasu Falls in the Grand Canyon boasts a stunning turquoise waterfall surrounded by red rocks—an oasis in the heart of the desert.
5. Maroon Bells, Colorado
Surrounded by snow-capped peaks and mirrored alpine lakes, Maroon Bells in Colorado offers a breathtaking and intimate setting for your mountain-inspired elopement.
6. Taughannock Falls, New York
Escape to the Finger Lakes region and discover Taughannock Falls, where a waterfall plunges into a gorge, creating a natural cathedral of awe-inspiring beauty.
7. Olympic National Park, Washington
Explore the diverse landscapes of Olympic National Park—from lush rainforests and alpine peaks to rugged coastlines, it's a playground for couples seeking variety in their elopement backdrop.
8. White Sands National Park, New Mexico
Step into a surreal world of endless white dunes at White Sands National Park. The soft curves of the sand create a dreamy and minimalist setting for your intimate ceremony.
9. Joshua Tree, California
Unleash your wild side in Joshua Tree National Park. Stark desert landscapes, Joshua Trees reaching for the sky, and unique rock formations set the stage for a bohemian-inspired, psychadelic elopement. This is one of my
10. Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah
Step onto the vast expanse of the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah, where the reflective salt crust creates an otherworldly setting for a unique and minimalist elopement. If you’re lucky, you’ll get rain and a super reflective backdrop to take your elopement photos to the next level.
Each of these destinations offers a canvas as unique as your love story. Whether you're drawn to the dramatic canyons, ethereal waterfalls, or the calming sound of waves meeting the shore, the USA has a multitude of offbeat elopement spots waiting to be your perfect backdrop. Dare to be different, and let your love story unfold in a place as extraordinary as your journey together.
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