Naches Loop Lakeside Vows — A Tipsoo Lake Elopement $4,000

Naches Loop Lakeside Vows — A Tipsoo Lake Elopement

  • Mountains
  • Forest
  • Alpine Lakes

This is where alpine stillness meets sweeping mountain views. Your Naches Loop elopement begins near Tipsoo Lake, one of Washington’s most iconic high elevation lakes, with Mount Rainier rising in the distance. We’ll start along the Naches Peak Loop Trail, an accessible and scenic hike known for wildflower meadows in late summer and panoramic ridgeline views all season long. You’ll exchange vows surrounded by open sky, crisp mountain air, and one of the most photographed backdrops in the Pacific Northwest.

After your ceremony, we’ll continue along the loop for relaxed portraits as the landscape shifts from lakeside reflections to forested stretches and wide open viewpoints. The trail offers a gentle adventure without requiring a strenuous climb, making it perfect for couples who want epic scenery without an all day trek.

To close the experience, we’ll return to Tipsoo Lake for a thoughtfully styled picnic. Picture a simple mountain spread, cozy blankets, and time to slow down together while the light softens over the water. Whether you choose sunrise glow or golden hour warmth, you’ll end your day lakeside with boots dusty, hands intertwined, and Rainier towering quietly behind you.

Guest Capacity
Guest Capacity
Just Us Two
Package Location
Package Location
Washington, Mt. Rainier
Hike Distance
Photography Coverage
4 Hours
Elopement Setting & Scenery
  • • 🌄 Naches Peak Loop Trail
  • • 🌊 Tipsoo Lake shoreline
  • • 🌲 Wildflower meadows & Mount Rainier views
Package Style / Vibe
  • • Scenic
  • • Laid Back Adventure
  • • Mountain Picnic Romance
What's Included
  • Photography Included
  • • 4 hours of photography coverage
  • • Guided location selection along Naches Loop
  • • Sneak peek gallery within 72 hours
  • • Final gallery delivered in 6–8 weeks

  • Planning Support Included
  • • Custom 4 hour timeline design
  • • Permit guidance for Mount Rainier National Park area
  • • Picnic location coordination

  • Vendors Included
  • • Recommendations for local florists, hair and makeup artists, and officiants provided upon booking

  • Transportation Included
  • • Photographer travel included within the Mount Rainier area

  • Permits & Legal
  • • Guidance for required Mount Rainier National Park permits
NOT Included
  • • National Park permit fees
  • • Washington marriage license
  • • Picnic food and styling items
  • • Transportation to trailhead
  • • Lodging for couple
  • • Hair, makeup, florals, attire
  • • Officiant services
  • • Additional vendor booking fees
Package offered by:
Kelly Lemon Photography
Kelly Lemon Photography
  • Based In
    Washington
  • Languages
    English + Spanish
  • Time Zone
    PST
Additional Add-Ons
  • Extended coverage beyond 4 hours
  • Sunrise and sunset split coverage
  • Additional portrait stop near Chinook Pass
Availability

Available July through October

Optional Notes & Customization

This package can be customized to reflect your vision. Options include:

  • Extended hiking coverage
  • Upgraded styled picnic setup
  • Second photographer
  • Adventure add ons such as canoe portraits at Tipsoo Lake
Kelly Lemon Photography
Kelly Lemon Photography

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