Wedding Couple on rolling hills at Sunset Hill Wedding Barn in Center Lake, Michigan

How to Elope in Michigan

March 5, 2025

The Ultimate Guide for Adventurous Couples If you’re dreaming of an intimate, scenic wedding day, eloping in Michigan might be the perfect choice. With its diverse landscapes – from rugged shorelines and lush forests to charming small towns – Michigan offers countless breathtaking elopement locations. Whether you’re looking for a cozy cabin ceremony, a beachside […]

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The Drakensberg Mountains. Cathedral Peak from Cathedral Peak Hotel in South Africa.

The Drakensberg Mountains are located in eastern South Africa right on the border of the country, Lesotho. With their breathtaking and unique cliffs, lush valleys, and vast skies, are the perfect backdrop for an adventurous elopement. Driving through the mountains is like driving through scenes from The Lord of the Rings. Whether you’re dreaming of […]

Eloping in the Drakensberg Mountains

February 21, 2025

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A bride and groom stands in the pine trees at Stony Creek Metropark. The groom twirls the bride as she swooshes her dress around.

Elopement at Stony Creek Metropark

February 12, 2025

If you’re looking for a stunning and intimate place to elope in Michigan, Stony Creek Metropark in Shelby Township is a perfect choice. With its lush forests, open grassy fields, and scenic lake, this 4,461-acre park offers a breathtaking backdrop in the middle of suburbia for your elopement day. One of the most beautiful places […]

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Engagement Session of the soon to be bride and groom at the Nichols Arboretum on University of Michigan's campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan

Non-National Park Elopement Locations You’ll Love National Parks have become a popular place for couples to elope in. They’re gorgeous locals with jaw dropping protected landscapes. If you’re dreaming of an intimate elopement in Michigan but want to avoid the crowds of National Parks, you’re in luck! Michigan is full of stunning, lesser-known locations that […]

Michigan’s Hidden Gems to Elope In

January 31, 2025

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Couple walking on beach holding hands at Sleeper State Park in Caseville, Michigan

The Myths of Elopements

January 29, 2025

Elopements, what is an elopement? As the Merriam-Webster dictionary states that the way people are using the term of “elope” is changing and the way people define the word elopement is different than “to run away and secretly get married”. It’s important to know that there is no shame in an elopement. An elopement is […]

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Overlooking the Lake of the Clouds at The Porcupine Mountains in Ontonagon, Michigan

The United States is home to diverse landscapes, making it a prime destination for an adventure elopement. Whether you’re dreaming of saying your vows in a desert, by a roaring waterfall, or atop a mountain, there’s a perfect spot waiting for you. Here are some top USA destinations for an epic adventure elopement. Yosemite National […]

Top USA Destinations for an Epic Adventure Elopement

January 28, 2025

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Eloping in Detroit

January 23, 2025

How to Elope in Detroit: Your Ultimate Guide! Are you dreaming of an intimate, stress-free wedding with just the two of you, right in the heart of the city? Eloping in Detroit offers a perfect blend of urban energy, historical charm, and stunning backdrops for unforgettable moments. As an elopement photographer, I’ve seen firsthand how […]

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Overlooking the Lake of the Clouds at The Porcupine Mountains in Ontonagon, Michigan

Why choose to elope on a weekday? Some may not realize, but the best time to elope is during the week. A lot of the time, it’s just you and your significant other sharing your vows with a couple vendors. We are on your schedule and not your whole group of family and friends, so […]

Why Choose to Elope On a Weekday Instead of the Weekend

January 21, 2025

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