It’s no secret that I love to shoot elopements, especially in my lovely home state of Utah! Elopements are the perfect solution to the overwhelming pressure of a traditional wedding day. Having lived in Utah almost my entire life, I’ve been to my fair share of weddings — we tend to have a lot of them here. They’re often big, overblown affairs that are perfectly suited to each couple, or rather, their families and all involved in the planning process. An elopement is more about the two of you, and your relationship and what’s important to you, rather than the latest trends in tablescapes.

Elopements are a beautiful adventure for couples who are wanting to start their journey together in a uniquely personal and epic way. Most couples that choose to elope crave a day that reflects who they are and what their relationship is. Couples who choose elopement are usually ones that value a true experience they can remember forever. If you are a couple who envisions your elopement to be one where you are running around in the waves, getting your dress dirty, hiking through the rain, dancing in a cave, and exploring new places, the Oregon Coast is the perfect location for your elopement.

The Oregon Coast is one of the most beautifully adventurous locations the west coast has to offer. With quaint and funky small beach towns, hidden coves, beach caverns, mountainous landscapes, and the rough and rocky beaches, this place is nothing short of perfect for an adventurous elopement. Here are my three favorite places for elopements on the Oregon Coast.