Summer Elopement in Shenandoah National Park

This summer elopement brought the fog and rain, but it was no match to Julia and Levi’s overwhelming love for one another. They said their vows amongst their closest family and friends under the misty peaks of Shenandoah National Park, where the world felt quiet and infinite.

After their intimate ceremony, we ran around the park taking photos at the best overlooks and soaked up that newly married feeling. In the warmth of their cozy Airbnb, we met back up with all their loved ones to share a meal, stories and their first dance as a married couple. Profound love filled the space that evening and it was incredible to witness.

Looking for inspiration for your own summer elopement in Shenandoah National Park? Keep scrolling to see the magical day these two shared on the mountain.

bride and groom walking hand and hand among the rocks on top of an overlook in Shenandoah National Park

Getting Ready

Julia and Levi got ready at the cutest Airbnb that has 5 bedrooms, located on 4 acres of beautifully wooded property. Bloomer Springs Retreat is the perfect place to celebrate with your family comfortably. The open concept and large windows allow for stunning natural light which is ideal for getting ready photos.

rustic and chic Airbnb nestled in the Shenandoah mountains where the bride and groom got ready

boho, flowy dress hanging up in the doorway of a rustic Airbnb outside of Shenandoah National Park

black and white detail photo of the bride's wooden bouquet sitting in the windowsill with their vow books, elopement shoes, and rings

dusty blue and eucalyptus wooden bouquet

bride putting on her earrings before their summer elopement

mother of the bride helping button up the bride's elopement dress

Julia and Levi got ready in separate rooms at Bloomer Springs without seeing each other. After Julia put on her flowy, boho elopement dress they opted for a private first look outside the cabin. I love when couple’s choose to do first looks, it is one of my favorite moments of the day!

first look with the groom, groom wearing a dusty blue tux with wooden florals for his boutonnière

first look with the groom wearing a dusty blue suit and eucalyptus green tie

close up photos of the bride and groom holding hands

Intimate Ceremony on the Mountain

Julia and Levi kept their ceremony intimate with only their closest friends and family attending. After a short hike to their destination, they held hands and exchanged their vows in the misty rain. The fog was heavy behind them which added a magical component to their ceremony.

intimate summer elopement on Crescent Rock Overlook in Shenandoah National Park

groom seeing his bride walk up to him on the overlook in Shenandoah National Park

summer elopement in Shenandoah National Park

bride and groom holding hands during their summer elopement in Shenandoah National park

bride and groom exchanging rings in the rain

bride and groom holding hands as the officiant says a prayer in the rain over their marriage

first kiss as husband and wife in the rain

bride and groom after their first kiss on the mountaintop of Shenandoah National Park

Sunset Portraits around Shenandoah National Park

After their intimate ceremony, we ran around the park exploring overlooks and being present in the moment. As the mist swirled around the mountaintops, it felt as though the world had slowed down, enveloping them in a dreamlike serenity. The stillness of the afternoon was broken only by their laughter and soft words. As they explored the overlooks, hand in hand, savoring the quiet joy of being newly married.

rings sitting on Shenandoah National Park map guide

bride and groom looking at the mountains as the fog sets around them

Cozy Airbnb Reception

After getting a little muddy and embracing the rain, we went back to their Airbnb and shared a meal together. The love and joy that filled the space was overwhelmingly beautiful. I am so thankful to have been a small part of their intimate summer elopement in Shenandoah National Park.