The Wild Coast Blog

Wedding & elopement planning tips, location guides, inspiration, and advice for creating your perfect adventure!

The below blogs are more informational. Check out the photo galleries page for a glance into my work if you just want to see photos!

Planning & Inspiration Jenn Maurer Planning & Inspiration Jenn Maurer

How to Elope in Yosemite

Yosemite Elopement Guide | A photographer's guide to eloping in Yosemite National Park - everything you need to know about timelines, permits & planning for your Yosemite elopement. Say vows in the valley, at the base of a waterfall, or overlooking El Capitan or Half Done at Glacier Point or Taft Point. Connect with a Yosemite Elopement Photographer & plan your Yosemite elopement!

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Elopements & Weddings Jenn Maurer Elopements & Weddings Jenn Maurer

How to Elope at White Sands National Park

White Sands National Park Elopement Guide | Your guide to planning a wedding or elopement in White Sands National Park - everything you need to know about timelines, permits, and how to get to the park. White Sands is a bit different than other parks in how they handle weddings, but this guide fully prepares you for your celebration in this unique environment!

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Planning & Inspiration Jenn Maurer Planning & Inspiration Jenn Maurer

Elope in Alabama Hills

Alabama Hills Elopement Planning Guide | Everything you need to know about planning an elopement in the Alabama Hills & having a fun desert wedding in the wild granite fields outside Lone Pine, California. This is one of my favorite landscapes on earth & desert lovers are sure to have a magical time getting married at the base of Mt. Whitney!

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Planning & Inspiration Jenn Maurer Planning & Inspiration Jenn Maurer

How to Elope in Hawaii

Hawaii Elopement Planning Guide | Everything you need to know to elope on the garden isles – Permits, location suggestions, and even some local history. Fact: You don't need to be a Hawaii resident to get married on the islands, but you do need a local officiant & a Hawaii marriage license.

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