Yosemite Elopement Photographer

Elopements, Vow Renewals & Engagements
in Yosemite National Park

Hi, I’m Carrie —

I’m so excited you’re here and interested in getting married or having your photos taken in Yosemite National Park, one of my favorite places in the world! Hiring me as your photographer means you’ll not only receive amazing photos to remember your day by, but you’ll also have a personal guide to help throughout the planning process. Additionally, I will take the time to get to know you so that I can make your experience as meaningful as possible and capture photos that truly feel like YOU.

Your Yosemite Elopement Photographer!

Recent Elopements and Adventure Sessions in Yosemite National Park

Why Elope in Yosemite?

Yosemite National Park is an incredible and unique place that would be the perfect location for any adventurous couple to get married! From the valley floor surrounded by pines and the granite summits of Half Dome and El Capitan to the epic viewpoints above, and all of the waterfalls, lakes, and trails in between, there’s no shortage of beautiful spots to say your vows and explore on your elopement day. Not only is it a beautiful place for your ceremony and photos, but there’s lots to do in the park and surrounding area so you can truly experience the location you’re marrying in. I’ve fallen in love with Yosemite for it’s incredible views and the endless opportunity for adventure here, but what I love most about it is how many times I’ve been able to share it with couples and capture part of their story here.

Sound like the perfect place for you? Let’s plan your Yosemite elopement together!

  1. Pick a time of year and date

  2. Apply for a special use permit and photography permit

  3. Get your marriage license

  4. Book your vendors

  5. Plan your day!

How to Get Married in Yosemite National Park

These are the basic steps of how to get married in Yosemite National Park! For more detailed info on each step and for other helpful tips click the button below to check out my detailed blog about how to elope in Yosemite.

“Simply put, Carrie Rogers made our wedding day what it was.”

We will forever be thankful for her role on our special day. My husband and I wanted a fun-filled adventure elopement day in Yosemite National Park and Carrie made the day exceed all our expectations. We didn’t know the details of what we wanted in our day (we just knew we loved each other and wanted to be married already!), she helped us during the planning and coordination portion prior and no stone was left unturned. She communicated through the entire process and felt more like a friend than a hired photographer. By the time our day came, she made us both so comfortable in front of the camera. She facilitated the technical side of the elopement: officiating, permits, travel, etc. which took an entire load of stress off. And of course the reason everyone books her — the finished product was absolutely amazing. Her work speaks for herself. Her personality and passion for her couples however, is something you cannot find in most wedding/elopement vendors. Thank you Carrie, you have a special place in the Miller’s hearts.

— Courtney & Klayton

Not Just a Yosemite Elopement Photographer…


BUT ALSO YOUR PERSONAL YOSEMITE ELOPEMENT GUIDE!

Here are some of the things I’ll be able to help with after you book:

  • picking out the best ceremony location

  • help with permit requirements

  • vendor recommendations

  • custom timeline & logistics advice

  • tips on how to make the most out of your Yosemite elopement experience

Plus, lots more! When you hire me, you’re not just getting a photographer - you’re getting your own personal guide to Yosemite and someone who genuinely wants to support you every step of the way!

Yosemite Elopement Pricing

Half day to multi day coverage options
Custom timeline 
Location, logistics, and planning assistance
Online gallery with digital downloads and printing and sharing options
No travel fees

Starting at $7500

Yosemite Engagements & Couples Sessions

I offer adventure sessions in Yosemite starting at 2 hours but you can always add more time to allow us to explore more locations! One of my favorite location combos is to start in the valley and then head up Glacier Point road to one of the viewpoints for sunset!

Starting at $2000 for 1 hour

“From sunrise to sunset, we honestly enjoyed it from start to finish — she made the whole process a fun one..”

When my wife pitched to me eloping, I was all for it but cannot stress how much digging/stressing herself she did to find someone who met her extremely high standards. I’ll never forget when she came across Carrie on social media and said this is the person we’re going with. I honestly was just happy she finally picked someone but the day of our elopement realized she couldn’t have made a better choice. Carrie was so knowledgeable on Yosemite, and clearly has been there plenty of times as she avoided all the crowded areas and got us the best shots. She was extremely fun to have around, and had great energy! We had her from sunrise to sunset, and I couldn’t even tell you how many photos we took. We honestly enjoyed it from start to finish and she made the whole process a fun one. Her attention to detail is unmatched and I can see why my wife chose her and why she’s so good at what she does. Overall I have the upmost confidence there couldn’t have been a better choice than Carrie, and words cannot describe how much we loved the experience, and the aftermath of her work. If you’re looking to do the best photos for your special day look no further.

— Krystina & Ernie

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