ADVENTURE YOSEMITE ELOPEMENT | NEIL & LA
Yosemite adventure elopement at Taft Point during sunrise.
At the end of June, Neil and La flew in from Ohio and ditched the traditional wedding blueprint for something that felt way more like them. No audience. No pressure. Just the two of them, a sunrise hike, and Yosemite waking up all around them.
Their Yosemite elopement was slow, quiet, and full of intention. They didn’t need anything flashy—just space to breathe, say their vows, and start forever in a place that felt sacred.
Their Yosemite Elopement Timeline
4:30 AM – Hike to Taft Point
Headlamps on. Boots laced. We started in the dark, making our way through the trees to get to the cliffs before sunrise. These two were down for the adventure from the start—and the hike? Worth every step.
5:00 AM – Vows with a View
Taft Point at sunrise is unreal. You feel tiny and held at the same time. Neil and La shared private vows with El Cap glowing across the way and nothing but wind and morning light around us. No noise. No distractions. Just them.
6:00 AM – Drive into the Valley
We packed up and made our way down into Yosemite Valley, warming up as the sun came out. They snacked in the car, changed into lighter layers, and had that post-vow glow that just hits different.
7:00 AM – Bridalveil Fall Portraits
Water mist, golden light, and La barefoot on the rocks. Need I say more?
7:40 AM – El Cap Meadow Magic
We ended in the meadow—wild grass swaying, El Cap towering in the background. They ran around, laughed, danced in the field, and took in the last quiet moments of their morning together.
Why a Yosemite Adventure Elopement?
Because it strips away the noise. Because waking up early to hike with your favorite person beats being stuck in a ballroom. Because your wedding should feel like you—not a performance.
Neil and La didn’t want to “host.” They wanted to experience. Yosemite let them do just that. And sunrise? It gave them the entire park to themselves.
Tips for Planning Your Own Yosemite Adventure Elopement
Sunrise is the move. Cooler temps, no crowds, and golden light that feels fake (but it’s not).
Layer up. Even in June, mornings up at Taft Point are chilly—pack jackets and gloves.
Snacks are essential. Fuel up before and after the hike. Granola bars = sacred.
Permits are a thing. I help all my couples figure this part out. It’s not hard, but it matters. You can find more information here. You don’t need a park pass if we enter the park prior to park hours (so that’s a plus).
Think experience first. Your elopement isn’t a photoshoot—it’s your wedding day. Make space for quiet, joy, and spontaneity.
Dreaming up your own Yosemite adventure elopement?
I’m here to help you build it—start to finish. Photography, location scouting, permits, timeline planning—I’ve got you. Let’s craft something that actually feels like you two. Check out packages here and let’s shoot your love’s next adventure.
