So you want to know how to elope in Great Sand Dunes National Park. Welcome to the blog perfect for you. As a full service planner and photographer I help my clients plan their dream wedding day so that can enjoy a stress free day. When you visit the park you will understand why it makes my top 5 national parks I have visited. Let’s jump into all the deets from the night sky to adventurous activities to consider for your elopement day.

The stars aligned and now we’re at the start of your planning experience for your elopement or intimate wedding. We can’t talk about how to elope in Great Sand Dunes National Park without talking about the stars. Speaking of the stars, the night sky in the area is stunning and a international dark sky! My recommendation is to plan around the new moon for the least amount of light. If you and your partner are super into the stars and galaxies consider astrophotography!

When considering how to elope in Great Sand Dunes National Park you will absolutely need to consider the season. Whether you want to experience the cold or the heat planning your ceremony times around sunrise or sunset is extremely recommended. Additionally, depending on the amount of visitors and the national park there may be a permit required for your ceremony. At the time of writing this blog there is a $200 permit fee to get married in the park.

Great Sand Dunes National Park is what brought you here. You should also think about what you would do for your Great Sand Dunes elopement. To answer this, think about you and your partner’s adventure level. Do you want to backpack into the Sand Dunes and stay the night or do you want a luxury airbnb to go back to with your private chef? You can go see a waterfall nearby or even sand board down the dunes while you’re here.

Whatever you decide you want to do for your wedding day I am here to support you in that journey. Figuring out how to elope in Great Sand Dunes National Park can feel a little overwhelming. As a full service elopement planner and photographer I am here to help you through it all. My couples choose me so that they can enjoy a stress free wedding day. So let’s chat and start planning your epic elopement.