If you’re skipping a traditional wedding, you may have some questions about eloping with family and friends. Hint: There’s no right or wrong way to do it — it’s all about YOU!

If you have your heart set on saying your “I Do’s” in a national park, this guide is just for you! Find everything you need to know about planning a national park elopement here, including Mal’s personal favorite parks and recommendations.

Preparing for your adventure elopement and wondering what you should pack? This comprehensive elopement checklist has you covered!

Does your elopement vision involve cascading waterfalls, dreamy old-growth forest, or a moody coastline with rolling fog and unique rock formations? How about vast sand dunes, one of the deepest, bluest lakes in the world, or red rock canyons in the high desert? If the answer is “yes” to any of these, eloping in Oregon may be a perfect match.

If once-in-a-lifetime adventures through some of the world’s most epic and unique landscapes sound appealing, a Hawaii elopement is perfect for you. With geography ranging from pristine beaches and steep sea cliffs to lush rainforest and the world’s tallest mountains, Hawaii is literal paradise on Earth. This comprehensive guide dives deep into everything you need to know about planning your adventurous Hawaii elopement. Aloha!

If you’re looking for epic natural landscapes, amazing weather, and plenty of outdoor adventures for your elopement, Arizona is the perfect destination for you! With incredible geographic diversity ranging from colorful deserts and red rock formations to rugged mountains and snowy alpine forests, Arizona truly has something for everybody.

It’s not difficult to understand why Colorado elopements are wildly popular. If you’re into epic nature, outdoor recreation, or adventure, there’s no better elopement destination. With landscapes ranging from soaring mountains to massive sand dunes, endless backcountry trails to fill your days, and laid-back marriage laws, there are countless reasons to elope in Colorado.

Sedona is one of the best places in the country if you're looking to add some adventure to your elopement. Amongst the red rocks and inspiring formations of Arizona’s desert landscape is Cathedral Rock. Cathedral Rock’s epicness is no secret, as it’s one of the most popular vistas and thrilling hikes in the area.

Here’s 3 things to know about if you want to elope in Rocky Mountain National Park!

For couples looking to elope along the Oregon coast, this might be one of the most scenic options! As one of the 7 wonders of Oregon, the John Dellenback Trail is one of the most unique areas I’ve discovered!

There are so many good spots in Oregon to elope that it’s hard to choose wrong. But Central Oregon has the mountains, forests, and deserts! All of this diversity makes it the perfect elopement location no matter what backdrop you are hoping for!

Garden of the Gods + Great Sand Dunes National Park and how this couple made the most of BOTH of these epic locations on their wedding day

Trade the chapel for a yurt! Let’s adventure somewhere near Aspen for your elopempent!

Oregon is a Super Rad State for Elopements in the Fall Here's the scoop on how to elope in Oregon. In this guide, I cover what you need to know about this state’s best fall elopement locations plus all the logistics so that we can start planning your wedding adventure here!

ELOPING IN COLORADO IS TOTALLY EPIC AND EASY! Here's the scoop on how to elope in Colorado. In this guide, I cover what you need to know about eloping here so that we can start planning your wedding adventure!