Cannon Beach Elopement Guide and Packages

Elopement Tips, Elopements

If you’re choosing to have a Cannon Beach Elopement then let me be the first to tell you how incredible this location is! As an elopement photographer, I have documented elopement all across the U.S. and the world, and documenting Cannon Beach elopements are at the top of my list. The PNW itself is one of the ultimate places to elope because it’s filled with moss-covered trees, gorgeous cliffs, stunning beaches, and mountains, and the moody weather adds such a fun vibe and can be incredible for images!

Cannon Beach is one of the most accessible locations to get to as well. So, if your choosing to have your absolutely closest friends or family with you on your elopement day then eloping at Cannon Beach will be an even better choice for you! I’ve gone over some of the best places to elope on Cannon Beach, what you can expect, the best time of year to elope at Cannon Beach, and more!

Keep scrolling to see the full Cannon Beach Elopement Guide!

Cannon Beach Elopement

Hug Point

Hug Point is a beautiful location right near Cannon Beach that has gorgeous cliffs and an incredible waterfall right on the beach. How incredibly awesome is that?! The cliffs have caves and rocky ledges all around which make it an incredible spot to say your vows! This location does get busy during the summer, so having a sunrise or sunset elopement here would be best to help avoid crowds!

Haystack Rock

Haystack Rock is definitely the most well-known ‘attraction’ to Cannon Beach and for a good reason! The massive sea stack rock is impressive as you look down the coastline. It’s an amazing location for you to say your vows and get some incredible images of adventuring around the coast! This is by far the most popular spot for tourists especially during the warmer months so again if you’re eloping during the summer a sunrise or sunset elopement would be best. If you’re having your Cannon Beach Elopement during the cooler months then you could get away with a late morning or early afternoon elopement and not have crowds!

Chapman Point

Chapman Point is on the northern tip of Cannon Beach and is one of the quieter spots on the coast since Haystack Rock gets most of the attention. You’ll have beautiful cliffs and rocks all along the coastline as you say your vows! When it’s low tide you’ll be able to get to the tip of the cove where you’ll have extra privacy. You can reach this spot with parking on 5th street or Oak street!

Ecola State Park

Ecola State Park is the perfect mixture of being by a forest, amazing cliffs overlooking the ocean, and the beach! You can see Haystack Rock from certain points and overlook the beach. This is a great location for you to have your ceremony and go exploring through the forest and along the beach afterward. There is a $5 parking fee for the whole day though! There has been some erosion due to the amount of rain received in the area so certain areas are currently closed. You can stay updated on the official state park website. bride and groom eloping at Cannon Beach

Best Time of Day to Have Your Cannon Beach Elopement

The absolute best time to elope at Cannon Beach is a weekday at sunrise or sunset. It’s a popular spot and the weekends can get packed especially during the summer. If you’re having a summer elopement at Cannon Beach then I can’t stress how important it is to have a weekday elopement. Plus, having your ceremony in the morning or evening will give you optimal lighting! You definitely don’t want to be squinting all a day or have harsh light beating off the sand and water.

Also, keep in mind what the tide will look like! During low tide, you’ll be able to reach locations that you won’t be able to reach during high tide. It’s important to go out prepared and as informed as possible!

What Type of Weather to Expect for Your Cannon Beach Elopement

It’s super important to go into your Cannon Beach Elopement with an open mindset and ready to embrace whatever you’re dealt with! The coast isn’t lush and green for just any reason. It’s a very wet and rainy area, but that’s what makes it so beautiful and amazing! The warmest months are July through September so if you want the highest chances of having a sunny day then these are months to elope. However, they are also the busiest months and a lot of tourists will be in the area soaking up the warmer weather and enjoying the views, so just know the chances of privacy are extremely limited.

Of course, the chances of rain are still high during the summer so you just have to ready to embrace whatever the weather is on your elopement day! I always say that there’s no such thing as bad weather with the right attitude.

Special Use Permits on Cannon Beach

When it comes to eloping at any state or national park it’s important to do your research on whether or not you need a permit for your elopement. You most likely don’t need a permit for your elopement on Cannon Beach, but be sure to do your own research and view the guidelines here. bride and groom share a first look on a rainy day

Oregon Elopement

If you’re searching for an Elopement Photographer in Oregon I would love to be a part of such a special day and to help guide you through planning your dream elopement! My goal for every couple I work with is to be more than just a photographer. I am here to help guide you through planning your dream elopement and to help in any way that I possibly can! I will help location scout for you so you can pick the absolute perfect place to say your vows. I will help create the perfect timeline so that you can be stress-free and enjoy every moment of your day. Being stressed out on your day is definitely NOT what I want for you. So, I am here to fix that! Most of all, I will be by your side every step of the way and I will be your friend and support. I have been a part of many elopements so I can guide you on how to plan your dream destination elopement! If you’re searching for a destination elopement photographer I would absolutely love to hear your vision for day and would be so flipping stoked to document your day! You can contact me >HERE< and I am so excited to hear from you!

Cannon Beach Elopement Packages

Starting at $2400

Ranging from partial to full-day documentation
Personalized elopement coordination
Get to know your & your vision questionnaire
Personalized list of locations ideas
Vendor recommendations
Unlimited Zoom calls to nail out the details and logistics
Custom timeline so you can have a smooth and stress-free day
High-resolution images in an online gallery to share with friends and family
All travel fees included to anywhere in Oregon are included

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Courtney was so helpful during the whole process! She helped put together a wonderful day! She really wanted to make sure our wedding was just right for us. She made our elopement perfectly formulated for us, and I can't think of a more beautiful day!

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It felt like we were hanging out with a friend, and we think that helped us enjoy our day to the fullest.
If your dream wedding is an adventurous elopement day, I couldn't recommend Courtney more. She went above and beyond and was such a joy to work with throughout this whole experience.

She made us feel at ease and relaxed. Some wedding photographers are all about capturing posed moments that can be really awkward; that's NOT Courtney's style at all. Not only was she down to do whatever we wanted and go on little side adventures, but she made us feel comfortable.

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Sadye & Matthew

We are SO happy we decided to go with Courtney for our wedding photos! Originally we were supposed to elope in Italy, and she helped a TON with planning things like travel and what our day was going to look like.

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robbie & Aryton

When my now husband and I started planning our elopement, we were confused to the max. We didn’t know where to start or how to go about planning anything. We knew we wanted to get married in Ireland, but had too many options on exactly where. After doing some research of elopements, I was scrolling on Pinterest and came across some BEAUTIFUL photos taken by Courtney!

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Our elopement was an absolute DREAM COME TRUE! I will never be able to thank Courtney enough for making it happen. So for anyone on the fence, swaying back and forth about whether or not work with Courtney on your big day, SWAY NO MORE! You’ve found your person!! My day couldn’t have been any better and my pictures are beautiful and capture the fun we had!!! I can’t wait to work with her again!

Taylor & andrew

"Planning for our day and the day itself would have been completely different without Courtney. We only knew that we wanted to share our vows in the Tuscan countryside and have beautiful photos, and Courtney planned the perfect agenda for that to happen.

She coordinated our timing around sunset, and not only were the photos breathtaking, but the actual evening was too. I remember looking out over the vineyards as the sun set, the view becoming more and more stunning by the minute. There were no moments that felt forced or posed, every shot was comfortable and fun and full of love.

Courtney is such a sweet, kind, fun person and we truly enjoyed spending the day with her. Courtney helped us to turn our dreams into reality, and we hardly had to do a thing. She allowed us to be in control of our day but gently took all of our wants and needs into consideration while making everything happen. Lastly, our pictures are just magical. Courtney is an incredibly talented photographer, and I feel so lucky that we were able to work with her. I would recommend her over and over again to anyone eloping."

Ellie & Zac

"Let. Me. Tell. You. It's not the technical aspects of photography that are the most difficult. It's the human aspect. Remembering that as a Photographer, you may be behind the lens but you are still a human, in front of other humans, in some of the most raw and intimate of moments.

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Shannon & Brandon

"Working with Courtney was an extremely easy experience, seamless, positive and obviously fun. My wife and I went on our honeymoon and wanted to surprise her with a surprise honeymoon adventure session.

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She kept the focus on my wife and me. When we shared our images with friends and relatives, everyone complimented on Courtney's aesthetics and the emotion she was able to capture. I can't thank Courtney enough for exceeding all our expectations with this photo shoot!!"

NINA & JASON

"Pick her -- she's the best! Courtney is amazing! Seriously! If you're thinking about eloping you should snatch her up to capture your day. She makes the entire experience fun and relaxed plus the pictures just blew us away. I will never forget our magical time in Venice and I'm obsessed with the gorgeous photos Courtney took of us. She's so so good!"

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Courtney is not only a talented photographer, but she makes you feel so comfortable even though being in front of the camera can be nerve-wracking! She did such an amazing job with our day and if I had to pick my favorite photo it would take FOREVER, because I love so many! Definitely consider her if you want adventurous and beautiful photos coupled with an amazing experience!

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