Finding affirming elopement vendors shouldn’t be exhausting. This curated list features queer and LGBTQ+ affirming elopement vendors across Washington who show up with care, respect, and intention. Every vendor is vetted for inclusivity and values, so you can focus on planning a day that feels safe, meaningful, and true to you.

Trying to figure out the best time of year to elope in Washington? This guide breaks down every season, month, and tradeoff so you can choose what actually fits your priorities, not just what looks good online.

Planning an outdoor elopement comes with responsibility, especially in fragile places across Washington State. This complete Leave No Trace guide breaks down how to ethically and intentionally elope outdoors, covering permits, trail etiquette, wildlife, social media sharing, and how to protect the places you love.

Everything you need to know about eloping in Washington in 2026 - from seasons and locations to permits, costs, and what your day can really look like.

Everything you need to know about how to get legally married in Washington State — from applying for your marriage license to choosing an officiant and finding witnesses. This simple guide walks you through every step.

Planning an elopement with no officiant? This guide walks you through writing your own elopement ceremony script, with ideas, sample scripts, and creative ways to make the moment meaningful.

If you and your partner are dreaming of an intimate elopement with jaw-dropping mountain views, a fire lookout in Washington might just be the perfect spot. These historic structures sit high above the tree line, offering panoramic views of rugged peaks, alpine lakes, and endless sky. Whether you’re after an adventurous day hike or a romantic overnight stay, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know about eloping at a Washington fire lookout—without having to trek too far!

Picture this: You and your boo have a love of riding on the various ferries around Washington, not only as an alternative type of transportation, but to enjoy the sights and experience as well! There’s nothing quite like sipping coffee atop a ferry deck on a cool morning while watching the shore behind you disappear, is there? You think to yourselves “what if we spent part of our elopement day on the ferry?!” Whether that be having your actual elopement ceremony on the ferry deck itself or taking a few portraits of the two of you all dressed up in your wedding outfits between elopement locations, you absolutely can incorporate a Washington state ferry into your wedding day.

If you’ve never taken a ferry in Washington state, add it to your bucket list friend!

If you’re someone who has been dreaming about eloping (or has just learned that eloping is an option nowadays!) but are nervous about being able to find a beautiful location that meets your accessibility needs, this post is for you.

I firmly stand behind the belief that everyone should have access to the outdoors to recreate. Full stop. Whether that’s just to explore somewhere new, to immerse yourself in all nature has to offer, or if you’re planning to elope.

Also, let’s get one thing straight about eloping: You do NOT have to hike to elope! I promise!!

Many couples choose to do a short walk around a beautiful area to take in the scenery without having to strap on hiking boots and get miles and miles away from civilization. There are plenty of locations and trails in Washington that are fairly level and paved or have packed gravel for the majority of the hike. Which means many more folks can access these locations regardless of ability or knowledge about the outdoors!

I’ve put together a list of my favorite ways to make your day memorable, elevated, and beyond anything you’ve ever dreamed of. There are SEVEN ideas here, you don’t wanna skip this one!

If you want an easy-to-get-to elopement ceremony AND all the epic mountain views while actually standing on top of a mountain, this Mount Baker and Artist Point two-day elopement is going to knock your socks off. We had everything from pouring rain, a perfectly clear sunrise, chillier than expected weather, all the way to a cloud inversion where the North Cascades really showed off for us.

Over the last decade or so, I’ve spent a lot of time refining how I run my business and how to do it efficiently. I’m only one person and can only do so much! I’ve trial new apps and software that looks promising, set up accounts on countless sites that seem helpful, and everything in between.

But now that things have been running smoothly for a few years now, I have a pretty detailed workflow that includes software and apps that are easy to use, save me time, and make things super easy on the client side. And I’m gonna break it down for you!!

If you’ve decided that you want to elope by yourselves rather than throw a traditional, large wedding that is basically a giant party for everyone you know, don’t even think for a second it was a mistake. Sometimes it’s a hard decision to make, but sometimes it makes sense right off the bat!

I might be the first to tell you this, but it’s important, so listen up:

You have full permission to plan your elopement however the hell you want

Even if it’s not how everyone else wants to get married, your decision is valid. I’m here to be your biggest supporter!!

Wheeeeeeew, this elopement was notable for quite a few things: Watching the glowing sun go from being hidden behind a North Cascade peak to peeking out as a full sphere over the course of just a few minutes, the lack of any people around us (no seriously, we had 3 hours all to ourselves out there), and being able to see both Mount Baker and Mount Shuksan so vividly from this super secret spot that I love taking couples and their guests.

If you’ve ever even thought about getting married at Mount Rainier National Park, this is an elopement you’re TOTALLY going to want to hear about. From an unbelievable sunrise with no one around to an evening with guests and a campground reception, R+G’s Mount Rainier elopement pretty much had it all.

From iconic peaks to quieter alpine trails, Washington has some of the best mountain elopement locations out there. Here’s how to choose the right one and avoid the common planning pitfalls along the way.

Hello my little adventurers! I wanted to write a blog post that will get sent to all of my couples before their elopement day to make sure they’re getting a 100/10 experience with me, so I compiled this list of the best ways to slow down and really, really relish your time together so that it’s truly remarkable and totally unforgettable.

So you’ve done it: You’ve decided to elope instead of having a big wedding, and now you’re preparing for the big day in every way you can. Because eloping in this meaningful way is still relatively new and underreported on, you might have a hard time finding blog posts like “How to Keep Stress Levels Low on your Elopement Day” or “How to Prepare for Your Elopement Day Hike”, this is where I come in!

After helping dozens and dozens of couples plan their elopement and make it one of THE all-time best days of their lives, I’ve learned a thing or two about what pushes the day towards incredible and unforgettable, and I’m here to share their experiences with you. Everything from managing your expectations when getting married outdoors to showing you how to really relish the day and make it deeply memorable.

So, you’ve just pulled the ultimate romantic move and eloped with your bestie, your favorite person, your forever love. I’m sure it’s been a whirlwind in one way or another! Elopements are definitely less stress than huge weddings, but that doesn’t mean they’re stress free. Your probably thinking….

NOW WHAT DO WE DO?!

Don’t worry, don’t worry. I have some ideas for you!!

I know when I’m planning for something super exciting, I’m so focused on it that I don’t even consider what it’s going to feel like once it’s all said and done, nor do I plan anything for the timeframe immediately after the event. And you might be in that position as well! I’ve put together a few different things to do after your elopement is finished and you’ve head home after the celebrations.

Some of these happen right away, some are in the months after, and some can be done literally any time in the future. So pick a few for now, save a few for later!