California and Colorado Elopements

Danny and Julian’s Elopement on the Cliffs of Big Sur

There's nothing quite like Big Sur For an elopement wedding, nothing rivals the jagged cliffs overlooking Big Sur's rocky coastline. It was in this place of natural beauty that Julian and Danny chose to exchange their vows and commit themselves to one another as a married couple this past April.…

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How to apply for a wedding permit in California

Do you need a permit to get married on the beach in California? In most cases, yes you do. Most beaches in California are under state governance and require a permit for weddings of any size. Ditto the situation for California state parks--almost all of which do require a permit…

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What to Wear for a Winter Elopement in Colorado

Everything you need to know about what to wear for an outdoor elopement in the Colorado snow Full disclosure if I sound a little whiny with this post. Here's the thing: I've lived in Colorado since 1995 and prior to that, I lived in Vermont. So, I know snow. I…

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How to Choose the Best Date for an Elopement

Choosing the Best Date to Elope (for you!) You've found each other; the question has been popped; and the decision to go small for your wedding has been reached. Even your families are supportive of the two of you eloping or having a micro-wedding. Phew! The hard part's over. Not…

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Why you DON’T want to elope at Sapphire Point Overlook

Update - 2024 The Sapphire Point reservation system has been unavailable for new reservations from last quarter 2023 until first quarter 2024. As of May, 2024, The Forest Service has redesigned the reservation page with an updated venue platform (as well as new limitations for the site--see below). The site…

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