It doesn’t just start the morning of your wedding day! Along the way, you’ll get a bunch of helpful resources and guides from us, including a 100+ page guidebook on how to elope, a brainstorming questionnaire, and a custom-built planner with all our hand-picked recs, vendor lists, PNW travel guides, vow-writing resources, and more.

We’re here for you throughout the entire process as your personal ‘elopement consultants’, here to offer advice, answer questions, and inspire you! You can meet with us as often as you need, and if you ever just want to run something by us or get a second opinion, we’re just a message away.

We’ll share our best with you, including our secret hidden gems that stray from the beaten path. With years of scouting and research and hundreds of pages of notes, we’ve got top-notch recommendations on trails, overlooks, ceremony sites, and more in the Evergreen State. Find inspiration on our blog!

We’ve got tons of lists and we know how to look for the best spots to stay, whether you’re on a budget or want to splurge for the best.

P.S. Wait until you book with us to start booking anything else for your elopement! We really love getting to start from scratch and share our best recs, and finding spots for you that are close to our ceremony site.

We’ve got the hookups! Whether you’re on a DIY budget or want to splurge for the best, we’ve got recs for hair & makeup, flowers, private chefs, bakeries, tour guides—whoever else you need to enlist to bring your adventurous dream to reality!

Most public lands require permits to hold your elopement—but don’t worry, we’ll help you figure out exactly what you need and help you apply! If we’re your officiant, we’ll also help with the marriage licensing process, and file your paperwork for you afterward.

Need help with your budget? We’ll provide tips on budgeting and only recommend vendors & activites you can afford, and give you tips on how to save money for your adventure. If you’re more of the DIY type, we’ll have a bunch of resources to share with you for hair & makeup, florals, and more. Plus, save money (and time) by borrowing from our stash of gear, supplies, and decor! (see more below on “Outfitting”!)

We’ll talk logistics and safety, making sure we have alternate plans in case of bad weather. We’ll also help you with your gear & packing lists! We’ve got a bunch of supplies and gear you can borrow like headlamps, lanterns, and trekking poles. And of course the snacks! (see more below under “Outfitting”!)

The little things! We’ll share attire recommendations, talk color palettes & moodboards, and figure out the little details that’ll make your day shine. We’ll also outfit you with decor, picnic goods, and table setting supplies—no additional fees.

On your elopement day, we fill the role of both photographer and day-of coordinator to help your day flow smoothly. If you hire the Crew, we can also help with all elements of setup, tear down, and coordinating! Our goal from day one is to take care of your adventurous elopement experience so you two can simply enjoy every moment.

Staying in the PNW after your elopement? Want recommendations for your honeymoon? We’re happy to share our recommendations for Seattle and all across the Pacific Northwest!

Or… want us to plan your trip and honeymoon for you? Check out our all-inclusive elopement & honeymoon travel planning packages!

“Ashton went above and beyond to help us plan the whole day when we had NO idea where to begin. For the planning aspect alone, Ashton is worth every penny. He will wildly exceed your expectations and do everything in his power to make the best day of your lives somehow even better. 5 stars is not enough, Ashton deserves all of the stars in the sky! Thank you, Ashton! We love you!!”

— KIKKI & PEYTON

If you are considering eloping, Wilderpines is who you want to go with. Ashton and Tess helped us plan everything down to the smallest detail. They spent their time getting to know us and made sure this was going to be the most magical day of our lives. It was that and MORE. We had to adjust our plans a smidge, and they were so accommodating to that.

They seriously thought of EVERYTHING. Kenzie's dad happens to be 20 years sober (which was mentioned ONCE during our online consultations), and somehow, a mini bottle of non alcoholic champagne ended up at our table during our beach dinner. Dad also got really cold, and Ashton had a electric hand warmer.

When we received our gallery of photos and wedding film, we were absolutely blown away! The shots, the color, the candid moments... everything we dreamed of. And the film, wow. DALE!!!! You have us sobbing every time we watch it! We cannot recommend Wilderpines enough!

— KENZIE & CHLOE

“Ashton & Tess were incredible throughout the planning phase. They were on top of all the nuances of an adventure elopement and kept us up-to-date, including national park rules and requirements, road and weather conditions, leave no trace principles, contingency plans, and more. As adventure elopement planners, Wilderpines is top notch and exceeded our expectations.”

— MONICA & NIC

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Choosing Wilderpines for our elopement was the best decision we made. My husband and I didn’t have many concrete ideas for our elopement— all we knew was that we wanted to be in Olympic National Park. From our first meeting with Ashton, we knew we’d made the right choice. Ashton was so warm, welcoming, knowledgeable, and incredibly talented. From the guides Ashton provided to all the follow-up chats leading up to our wedding day, Ashton took our small ideas and helped us plan the perfect day.

On the day itself, Ashton went above and beyond. Not only did he capture every special moment, but he also provided much-needed hot coffee at 6 a.m., bandaids for when a choice to jump off a rock was made, committing to get into Lake Crescent when we decided to jump in, and to so many many memorable moments he made with us during our day. Ashton is seriously so talented, a wonderful planner, and we seriously walked away feeling like we have a new friend in our life, which was the icing on top of the cake for our perfect day. Thank you so much!

— CASEY & JARRETT

“Choosing Wilderpines was hands down the best decision we made for our big day! Ashton and Tess were experts when it came down to planning our hike, location, ceremony, and all the really small details a bride and groom may forget! They made the whole process of eloping so much easier and were so great with working to accommodate both of our families in our ceremony. The photos... ABSOLUTELY BLOWN AWAY! I have no words! I was so amazed that they captured our day so beautifully and I am just so in love with all of our photos!!! I cannot recommend Wilderpines enough, 10/10!

— SAMI & JOHN

“Our dreams came true because of the effort Ashton invested in the lead-up, so all we had to do on the day of our ceremony, was enjoy the day of our ceremony. If I didn't know it were real, I would say that Ashton is too good to be true. But he is. Ashton is the BEST. 1,000,000 out of 5 stars.”

— MICAH & TRISTIN

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Our elopement experience was surreal, magical and the exact mood we were going for. Ashton took the most gorgeous photos that we will treasure forever, but he did so much more than that. Right from the start he was a helpful planner, our “elopement BFF”. We had some airport troubles that threw a wrench in our original plan, but he was there with backup plans A, B and C. He was our officiant, offering sweet words and brought our vision to life. I can’t imagine our wedding being this special without his expertise. I am so grateful we booked with Wilderpines. If you are looking for your nontraditional, fairytale moment, this team should be at the top of your list.

— SAM & GARRETT

“I cannot recommend Wilderpines enough! It can be overwhelming to think about where to even begin planning an elopement, and daunting to think about then spending that much time in front of a camera. But Ashton helped to make the entire experience fun and easy and comfortable, and we could not have asked for a better guide through this whole thing.”

— KATE & RYAN

“The two biggest things we wanted to convey to anyone thinking about Wilderpines: 1. The video is 1000% worth it. 2. Having both Ashton and Tess there will be the best decision you ever make. Our photos and video are absolutely stunning and something we will love forever. The experience and environment Ashton and Tess created for us was far more meaningful and impactful than any captured moment.”

— TORI & MADDY

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Working with Ashton was an absolute pleasure. Planning our elopement was seamless thanks to his attentive approach—he truly listened to our ideas and was open to incorporating them into the vision for our special day. Ashton went above and beyond, even venturing into some challenging areas to capture the perfect shots. His dedication and passion for his craft really shone through, and it made all the difference in our experience. Overall, the entire process was stress-free and enjoyable. Ashton made us feel comfortable and confident every step of the way. We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer to document such a special moment in our lives. Highly recommend!

— JAMES & JESSICA

From day one, Ashton was phenomenal! He spent time getting to know us and what we were looking for in our elopement to make the day just right for us. Ashton was able to help guide us not only to a location, but also in the days schedule, tips for things to bring along, and many other helpful items we didn't even think of. I was in awe of all the extras Ashton came prepared with. Whatever was needed, just kept coming out of his bag, just like Mary Poppins!

Ashton's eye for photography is true art and you will not be disappointed. He has a great eye for capturing the right lighting and the right angles. My husband and I are not photogenic or comfortable in front of a camera at all. Ashton gave great directions and made us feel comfortable in front of the camera, so much so, at points we forgot he was there. Our biggest request for our elopement day was for our day to be as stress free as possible. Ashton made our dream of a stress free wedding happen!

— ASHLEY & COLIN

We had an absolutely amazing experience working with Ashton and Wilderpines! From the very beginning we were well taken care of and valued as people. Their communication is stellar and every single detail was planned and thought through for our special day. On the day of our elopement Ashton went above and beyond to make things comfortable and magical for us. It was just like having a friend spend the day with us and take our photos. I would 10/10 recommend Wilderpines to anyone I know looking for an easy, intimate, magical, stress-free elopement/wedding day. Thank you Wilderpines!

— KAYLEY & JOE