This beautiful engagement session in La Push took place at one of my favorite spots on the Washington coast—Second Beach. The stunning hike in is less than a mile of mossy forest leading to a short, steep staircase down to the beach. Right off the shoreline, the views are made even more dramatic by rocky islands and an amazing view of the sunset!

Rosario Beach is one of my favorite spots for engagement shoots on Fidalgo Island, near Anacortes, Washington. It’s part of Deception Pass State Park, and the trails are moderately difficult but relatively short loops with rewarding views. If you love tide pools, island views, and dramatic cliffsides then you should consider visiting Rosario Beach!

Maple Pass is one of my favorite fall hikes in North Cascades National Park. If you’re considering it for your hiking elopement, I recommend starting at sunrise like this couple did. You’ll be able to avoid the busy summer crowds, witness the mountains in the best light, and enjoy cooler temperatures during the hottest months in the PNW.

This short & sweet sunset elopement at Mount Baker was only four hours, but we filled those hours with a stunning ceremony at Picture Lake, a blue hour hike up at Artist Point, and star photos once the night sky grew dark enough to see them. If you're interested in staying out past dark on your elopement, that's always an option!

This elopement took place at Marymere Falls, on the Olympic Peninsula. We started the day at Lake Crescent before hiking down to the falls, then returned to the couple's rental cabin on Lake Sutherland to watch the sunset over a picnic on the dock.

Bellingham has many beaches that make the perfect backdrop for engagement photos! This one, Locust Beach, has a long shoreline with views of the city of Bellingham that shine at sunset and Lummi Island to the north.

This sunset elopement at Artist Point was one of the most beautiful evenings I've ever witnessed at this iconic Washington mountaintop venue! From the moment we met at Picture Lake until we hiked out to Huntoon Point for star photos, the dramatic lighting made every image feel like a fairytale.

The fire lookout at Winchester Mountain might be my favorite location for a sunrise elopement in Washington state! The lookout itself is open to overnight camping on a first-come basis. If you want to hike up at sunrise, it'll only take about an hour to reach the top from the trailhead. Be aware that the road to this trailhead is rough and unpaved, but the views are worth it!

This elopement took place on Cypress Island after sailing across the Bellingham Channel from Guemes Island. It was a traditionally overcast PNW spring day, and the clouds were thick, but rain held off throughout the ceremony, hike, and beach picnic. It was a perfect island elopemen for these two!

Theres no place more beautiful, romantic, or inspiring than the old-growth forests of the Hoh rainforest in Washington state. Part of Olympic National Park, this Washington rainforest is one of my favorite places for couples to elope in the PNW!

This early summer proposal took place at Paradise in Mount Rainier National Park on a typically snowy day in June. The couple, who had traveled up from a warm climate and lower elevation were amazed by the beauty of the Pacific Northwest!

This wedding took place on Earth Day in Cannon Beach, Oregon with a cliffside ceremony at Ecola State Park. The location was perfect for this couple, who deeply love nature and The Goonies (anyone recognize that location from the film?!) Details include the most beautiful floral wedding dress, a stunning sunset, and some incredible Oregon coast nature venues!

This Hoh Rainforest elopement started with a rainy hike through the Hall of Mosses and ended with a beautiful sunset at Ruby Beach. This couple enjoyed the best of the wild PNW and celebrated their relationship in the most authentic way!

A beautiful elopement in Yosemite that began with a sunrise hike to a view over the valley, and ended with a sunset at the base of El Capitan. The perfect collection of inspiration photos for couples who are considering an adventurous wedding or elopement in Yosemite National Park!

Tamarindo is one of my favorite beach towns in Costa Rica! It’s busier than many other places, so take that into consideration, but it’s popular for a reason. The beaches are stunning, endless stretches of beautiful sand. The food is plentiful and delicious, and there are endless unique places to stay. I highly recommend adding Tamarindo to your list of Costa Rica destinations!

Want to elope amongst giant redwood trees in one of the most beautiful old-growth forests on earth? Redwood National Park should be at the top of your list! This northern California elopement location is absolutely stunning, truly wild, and incredibly romantic.

Have you heard of Secret Beach near Brookings, Oregon? Honestly, it’s not such a secret anymore. But this beautiful semi-secluded coastal treasure is still one of the best places in the PNW to enjoy a beautiful sunset (or sunrise) elopement!

This elopement at Picture Lake began at an A-frame cabin in Glacier, WA and ended with a beautiful sunset at Artist Point. It took the best of a Washington summer in the mountain to the brink of a crisp autumn evening. It was a beautiful farewell to warm weather this year.

Mount Rainier National Park is one of the most beautiful and unique locations in the US for engagement photos, proposals, adventure elopements, and weddings. If you love the mountains, this is the place for you!

I’ve photographed quite a few elopements in the North Cascades, and each one is incredibly beautiful in it’s own way. This August elopement has some of the most dramatic sunset colors I’ve ever witnessed!