Montana elopement
photographer & Videographer
Venture to Elope
We are a husband + wife photography and videography team based in Montana and the Pacific Northwest.
We currently live in Bozeman, Montana, and it’s absolutely incredible! We might be biased, but Montana is easily our favorite elopement location. There are so many beautiful places to get married here from the most epic National Park to quieter National Forest land. We want to help you find the perfect place for your Montana elopement adventure!
Not only are we here to document every special moment for you, but we are also here to be your friends who help, guide, value, and respect you. It’s our mission to build a relationship with you and help make your Montana wedding an experience you’ll never forget!
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We're hannah + Adam
Montana’s natural beauty is unmatched.
Montana is a beautiful outdoor elopement location with over 30 million acres of public land available to explore! Not only do you have Glacier National Park, but you have countless State Parks and National Forests with incredible alpine lakes, rushing rivers, stunning waterfalls, and overall great views.
We absolutely love documenting elopements in Glacier and all throughout Montana. The weather is incredible year-round, whether you’re looking for a stunning winter wonderland or a sunny summer day.
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As an experienced elopement photo + video team, we’ve learned a lot about how to plan the best Montana elopement.
Montana adventure elopement planning
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How to spontaneously adjust a timeline based on unexpected weather changes.
Exactly what time of day to have your ceremony for the best lighting.
How to create epic Plan B and C options, just in case.
Precisely how much time your day needs without making it feel overwhelming.
What to pack for unpredictable weather in the mountains.
The best ways to make anyone feel comfortable in front of our cameras.
Some of our favorite Montana elopement locations
Glacier National Park
When you think of Montana, Glacier National Park probably springs to mind first, and for good reason—it's jaw-dropping beautiful! We eloped in Glacier National Park in the summer of 2022. It’s a super special spot for us, and we love being able to explore it with our couples!
Galcier Elopement
Bitterroot Valley
& National Forest
Picture this: a 96-mile valley that's not just a backdrop for the hit TV series Yellowstone, but also offers breathtaking views of the Sapphire Mountains. Encompassing 1.6 million acres, the forest is named after the beautiful bitterroot flower, which bursts into bloom with delicate pink or white flowers each spring. A nature lover's paradise.
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Bozeman, Montana
Bozeman, Montana, our hometown, takes the cake for the most diverse location in Montana. You can opt for a chic elopement downtown, a hiking elopement in the mountains, or even horseback riding amidst the wildflowers near South Cottonwood trail. The world is your oyster.
Paradise Valley, Montana
Paradise Valley perfectly captures the essence of the American West. It's mostly ranchland, nestled alongside the Yellowstone River between two stunning mountain ranges. The views are truly out of this world thanks to these surrounding peaks, including the iconic Emigrant Peak.
Bozeman session
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We have limited availability for Montana elopements in 2025 and 2026. Contact us today to book!
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Western Couples Session in Big Sky Country
Western Boho Montana Elopement in Glacier National Park
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Bozeman, Montana
Glacier National Park
Bozeman, Montana
$6,500
up to 4 hours of coverage
$8,500
up to 8 hours of coverage
Mini day
Full Day
$10,000
up to 12 hours of coverage
This package is best for couples who are looking for a shorter day, including your ceremony and maybe some epic sunset portraits!
This package is best for couples who are looking for a longer day that maybe includes a 4-5 mile hike or multiple short adventures! This is our most commonly booked package for adventure weddings and elopements.
This package is best for couples who want to split coverage between 2 days! You can split up to 18 hours between 2 days however you'd like, whether that's a backpacking trip or coverage of your elopement and part of your honeymoon!
This package is best for couples who are looking for the maximum coverage in a day. Think: sunrise ceremony and an evening at a unique Airbnb with sunset + star gazing photos!
$12,000
up to 18 hours of coverage
overnight
Sunrise & sunseT
Photo + video pricing packages
Small Wedding and Elopement Adventures
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"Seriously, BOOK THEM! You will not regret it. From the moment we met, we instantly because friends. They made our elopement day magical and so easy from beginning to end. We laughed all day and didn’t want to leave.
They planned our whole day from beginning to end and made sure we stayed in schedule to get all the pictures and places that we wanted. The best part… their work is OUT OF THE WORLD! So freaking good! The pictures and video are beyond amazing. I would 120% recommend using them for all your photos!"
- Leah + Laramie
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Eloping in Montana
frequently asked questions
What is the best time of year to elope in Montana?
Summer is the most common season for elopements here in Montana. Not only are locations (like the Going-to-the-Sun Road) open, but you have access to so many hiking trails and forest service roads. It's warm and there's awesome things to do, like rock climbing, paddle boarding, and overnight backpacking. The biggest consideration, though, is that summertime will be the most crowded season. Everyone takes vacations, and is out exploring! So, keep that in mind when planning your wedding.
Montana has very short shoulder seasons, meaning that spring isn't super long here. It's usually just a weird limbo between the snow finally melting and summer starting. While we don't recommend eloping in the springtime for most elopement locations in Montana, it can be awesome for lakes and waterfalls due to the fresh snowmelt!
Fall similarly to spring is very short. But in Central Montana locations, you can see vibrant fall colors at the end of September to the beginning of October.
If you haven’t experienced a crazy winter before, be prepared! Montana has about 6 months of not being able to see the ground due to feet of snow. The temperatures range from 20 degrees to well past 0 degrees. But don’t be fooled, there are tons of things to do during the winter months! We recommend skiing or snowboarding at Big Sky or Whitefish, taking a snow tour through Yellowstone, or trying ice fishing.
What do I need to legally elope in Montana?
Marriage License
You will need to obtain a marriage license from a county clerk’s office. You do not need an appointment, but the offices are usually open Monday-Friday from 8am to 5pm MST. The license will be issued the same day and can be used immediately or within 18 days. Both partner’s need to be present with valid forms of ID. The license is $53.
Legal Wedding Ceremony Information
For a legal ceremony, you need two witnesses and an ordained minister to perform the marriage. You must be 18 years or older to get married in Montana, and you are not required to be a resident.
Permits
Each National Park, Wilderness Area, State Park, and National Forest has different rules about wedding ceremonies. For example, Glacier National Park has designated ceremony locations throughout the different sections of the park, and you are required to obtain one even if you don’t have any guests. But other areas in Montana don’t require a permit unless you have a lot of guests. We help each of our couples reach out to the right resources and obtain proper permits!
What day of the week is best in elope in Montana?
We always recommend a weekday if you want to avoid the crowds, and have a more private elopement. We also recommend the shoulder seasons (spring and fall), and avoiding any holidays or long weekends!
Where should I stay in Montana?
- The Cargrill-Earl Guest House at Erik’s Ranch
- Minimalist Ski Chalet in Whitefish
- Meadowlark Treehouse
- Tiny Home in Livingston
- Carriage House Cabin in Bozeman
- Classic A-Frame in Whitefish
- Clark Farm Silos in Kalispell
- Sage Lodge
What transportation options are available?
Where To Fly Into
- Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)
- Glacier Park International Airport (FCA)
- Missoula International Airport (MSO)
- Billings Logan International Airport (BIL)
- Great Falls International Airport (GTF)
Closest airports to popular Montana destinations + driving time:
- Glacier National Park: FCA; 30 minutes
- Bozeman: BZN; 15 minutes
- Flathead National Forest: FCA; 40 minutes
- Lolo National Forest: MSO; 1 hour
- Beartooth Mountains: Yellowstone Regional Airport (YRA); 2 hours
- Yellowstone National Park: YRA; 1 hour
Elopement resources
Do you need help planning your elopement?
Post Elopement Celebration Ideas
Planning An Out Of State Elopement
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Your Elopement Checklist
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