Olympic National Park Elopement Photographer

Your Elopement Shouldn’t Be A Photoshoot

Sounds like I shouldn’t say that, right?

Posing for the perfect photo is overrated. I prioritize your experience above everything else, resulting in photos full of raw emotion and real, heartfelt moments.

I help create all inclusive elopements for couples who what to elope in Washington without dealing with the stress of planning a wedding.

So you can show up on your wedding, with your minds and hearts at ease, and be fully present in experiencing your dream wedding day!

Let's Plan My Dream Elopement!

About Your Olympic National Park Elopement Photographer

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Hello! My name is Doug McCulloch, Founder and photographer for Sea to Summit Photography.

I’m an Olympic National Park elopement photographer based in Washington State. Although there are several National Parks in Washington for couples to elope in, Olympic National Park is one of my favorite places for couples.

Nothing beats beautiful mountain tops, mossy forests, and the breathtaking coast along the Olympic coast.

I grew up hiking around this area and finding all the secret gems that makes this location a perfect wedding and elopement spot.

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I’LL DO ALL THE WORK FOR YOU.

Imagine the freedom of having a wedding that is about you and doing something authentic, all while not having to worry about ANY of the planning or stress leading up to that moment.

Here’s how I make it happen:

1. We get to know each other to truly understand your vision and learn more about your dream wedding day

2. Research and location scout the perfect elopement location

3. Research and get quotes from lodging options in the area. Help with airport recommendations, reservations. You name it, and I’ll help you!

4. Provide trusted local elopement vendor recommendations, help with reaching out to them and obtaining quotes

5. Provide all-day support, frequent zoom meetings, and check in texts leading up to your wedding day so you have nothing to stress about

6. Create a personalized timeline for your wedding day

7. Capture and document your day in a way that focuses on your experience without sacrificing stunning photos

Let's Do This.

Experience First. Photos Second.

Washington elopement couple smiling during their rainforest elopement

Instead of spending all day non-stop posing, creating fake intimate moments to get “that perfect shot”, I prioritize your experience above everything else.

Because what I DO want to capture are these moments:

When you say something silly to your partner
When you start to ugly cry during your vows
When you open up and get to be yourselves as you enjoy the scenery together.

Photos full of raw emotions that you can’t help but feel the moment that was captured.

By putting your experience first and photos second, I will be able to capture those magical, perfectly captured moments.

Sounds Like My Jam, I'm In.

Blue Hour Olympic National Park elopement couple portraits

Olympic National Park All Inclusive Elopement Packages

There are infinite possibilities on what your elopement would look like in ONP. Whether you want the Olympic Mountains, the Washington Coast, or the lush Hoh Rainforest as your landscape, you seriously cannot go wrong with any location!

But planning for an elopement is stressful, I get it. I truly believe that many couples chose to elope to ditch the stress of planning a wedding (among other amazing reasons to elope).

That’s why I have created a (damn near) all inclusive elopement packages for you.

All Inclusive Washington Elopement Packages

Olympic National Park Elopement Location Ideas

The Washington Coast

Olympic National Park elopement couple playing with water

With its rugged cliffs and sandy beaches, the Washington Coast offers a stunning location to have your elopement in!
Whether you choose the rocky bluffs of Cape Flattery, the sandy shores of Ruby Beach, or the dramatic sea stacks of Rialto Beach, I will be there to capture and document every moment during your wedding day.

The Hoh Rainforest

If you’re looking for lush greenery and want to step into a world straight out of a fairytale, consider having a Hoh Rainforest elopement.

Nestled within the heart of Olympic National Park in Washington, the Hoh rainforest is filled with unruly greens, misty fog, and awe-inspiring ancient trees that have stood tall for centuries.

You’ll get all of the Jurassic Park Vibes, but none of the dinosaurs.

Wedding couple walking along the rainforest for their Hoh rainforest elopement at Olympic National Park

Olympic National Park Elopement Resources & Inspo

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What Couples Have to Say

"Doug is wonderful to work with and he has patience no matter the circumstance. From the moment we met him in person, in a robe and hiking boots at the Hoh Rainforest, he had a changing tent in hand and was immediately ready for our elopement. He was highly proactive with his timing, hiking the trail before we arrived, to scope out the best spots for pictures and to see how muddy things have gotten after the rain. Doug worked around the weather and when we hiked down to Second Beach for the other half of our photos. We sincerely appreciate the time that he took, the care he put into the photographs, the experience of an elopement and his adaptability to weather and the scenery. Thank you so much!!

Nicole & Jeffrey
"Doug was INCREDIBLE to work with! He found the location for our photos based on what we talked about wanting, and had pre scoped out places in the park to take photos/have a first look and ceremony etc. He led us through the day allowing us to have special alone time, and not worry about a thing. He was quick and clear with communication, flexible and brought firsthand experience as someone who has eloped. We LOVE our photos and would hire Doug again in a heartbeat!"

Bethany & Alex
Doug was such a treat to work with. Being located over 2000 miles away from the proposal destination it was critical to get in contact with a photography professional who knew the area. Doug exceeded all and any expectations that I had for a perfect surprise. Photos, perfect. Destination/location, stunning. Communication, seemless and easy. Doug took the time to meet with me virtually twice to go over any planning needs along with photo destinations and a surprise proposal. If you are planning a surprise proposal or a beautiful elopement, do not look any further than Sea to Summit photography. Doug has you covered. Thank you again for everything that you did to capture our forever moment!

Jacob & Lauren