Get Married in Yosemite National Park: The Best Places

Are you dreaming of having an EPIC adventure elopement in Yosemite National Park? Well I got you covered. Below I will go over some of the best places to get married in Yosemite National Park whether you are including guests or just the two of you.

1. Glacier Point

Glacier Point is perhaps one of the most iconic views in the whole park. Half Dome makes the perfect backdrop for all of your photos. This is the perfect location for those beautiful sunrise photos as you can see from the photos above. This is a very popular location for to get married in Yosemite as there’s a dedicated amphitheater.

The Glacier Point Amphitheater can accommodate up to 50 people and monitoring is required for ceremonies with 35-50 guests. It’s a very accessible location with paved paths for anyone with handicap needs. The best time for your ceremony is early in the morning and consider doing a sunrise first look before your ceremony to capitalize on the beautiful light.

Aside from the ceremony location we can hike along the trail and capture multiple views along the Panorama Trail. It’s such a fun experience exploring in your wedding attire and finding beautiful locations to take photos. Please keep in mind that this is a popular location and you will most likely have people around you but don’t let that stop you because it’s popular for a good reason.

Here’s an example of a Sunrise Glacier Point Elopement.

2. Taft Point

Taft Point arguably has the best sunset views in the entire park. With roughly a mile hike out to the cliffs it’s not too hard to access. The hike also helps keep more people away. There’s also beautiful woodland locations to take photos along the way for breaks.

The cliffs have tons of space to explore and take photos aside from the iconic spots. To get the most privacy at Taft Point, I recommend planning to elope during the weekday and avoid holidays. Safety is going to be a top priority here as the cliffs can be dangerous. I will make sure not to put you anywhere you are uncomfortable with. Don’t worry because you can stay 10-15 feet away from the cliff edges and still get those dramatic photos. Taft Point is best suited for a couple with no guests on their elopement.

Here’s an example of a Taft Point Sunset elopement.

3. Sentinel Dome

Although I haven’t captured an elopement here yet, Sentinel Dome is a great alternate option to Taft Point. Sentinel Dome is a 2.2 mile roundtrip hike with wide open views of Half Dome and the Yosemite Valley. It’s a less popular location compared to Taft Point so you will have more privacy. The hike starts at the same location as the Taft Point parking lot. This is best suited for an elopement with no guests.

4. Tenaya Lake Beach

Tenaya Lake is the perfect option to get married in Yosemite if you love alpine lakes. Mountains surround the lake and the views are stunning at sunrise. I haven’t captured an elopement here yet, but I can assure you it’s a place you will want to consider. It’s a fairly private location and very accessible. The walk from the parking lot to the beach area isn’t too far.

It’s not open year round so make sure the roads are accessible. They usually are open from May through October but that depends on the snow. Tenaya can accommodate up to 50 people.

5. Other Locations to Consider to Get Married in Yosemite

Yosemite has a lot more locations you might want to consider that I haven’t captured yet. There’s some beautiful woodland areas amongst Sequoia and Redwood trees. You can also get married in the valley with El Capitan as your backdrop like the photo above. Here’s a list of some of those locations.

• Washburn Point
• Cascades Picnic Area
• Swinging Bridge Picnic area
• Sentinel Beach Picnic area
• Mariposa Grove
• Tuolumne Meadows Lodge area
• Tuolumne Grove
• Merced Grove

You can find more information on all these locations here.

Final Thoughts on the Best Places to Get Married in Yosemite National Park

I hope this helps you decide on which of the best places to elope in Yosemite National Park are the best for you. The park is massive and has so many amazing places to explore. If you’re up for an adventure, I’m always willing to explore anywhere.

If you’re ready to chat more about how I can help you capture those dreamy Yosemite photos and help you create an unforgettable experience, fill out the inquiry form below. You can also go here to contact me. I can’t wait to hear from you!