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WANDERING PEAKS

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Kaeli and Jackson are the kind of people who, instead of dreaming about a grand ballroom, envision a quiet, mossy path beneath towering redwoods. For them, a big wedding just didn’t feel right—they would much rather put that kind of time, energy, and money into something that truly speaks to who they are. They wanted […]

Secret Beach and Redwoods Elopement

November 20, 2024

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Emily and Jesse blended deep family roots with a sense of adventure for their redwood forest elopement. They traveled from Chicago to bring their love story to life beneath the towering giants of Jedediah Smith Redwoods. Their elopement was even more special with its connection to their parents’ stories—Jesse’s parents eloped in Mexico, and Emily’s […]

Redwood Forest Elopement | Emily + Jesse

November 20, 2024

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Trillium Lake is the perfect location for a canoe elopement! This tranquil spot has incredible views of Mount Hood in the background on a clear day but can be equally amazing in the rain. Taryn and Darrell had their sunrise ceremony at Trillium Lake in late September, spent the morning paddling around the lake, and […]

Trillium Lake Canoe Elopement | Mount Hood National Forest

March 12, 2024

Couple holding lanterns during their canoe elopement at Trillium Lake near Mount Hood Oregon