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Mariela Campbell 5/21/26 Mariela Campbell 5/21/26

How to Plan a California Elopement: The Complete Guide for International and Out-of-State Couples

California has a way of making people want to get married in it. The kind of light that hits the coast in the late afternoon, the way the desert goes gold and violet at sunset, the redwoods that feel like standing inside something sacred — there's a reason couples travel from all over the world to elope here.

If you're planning a California elopement from out of state or from abroad, this guide is for you.

Mariela Campbell 10/8/25 Mariela Campbell 10/8/25

Full-Day Elopements in California and Beyond: Turning Your Wedding Into an Adventure

Whether you’re hiking through Yosemite or saying vows under redwoods in Big Sur, we photograph your day with a mix of digital and film — capturing the real, unposed emotion. Full-day and multi-day elopement experiences across California. 🌲 #BigSurElopement #YosemiteElopement #CaliforniaWeddingPhotographer

Mariela Campbell 1/6/25 Mariela Campbell 1/6/25

Mariela Campbell Photography Your California National Park Elopement Photographer Capturing you on 35mm Film and Digital

Relive your California National Park elopement with Mariela Campbell Photography, with her dreamy 35mm film and digital photography that highlights every intimate detail.

Mariela Campbell 11/30/24 Mariela Campbell 11/30/24

BEST PLACES TO ELOPE IN CALIFORNIA

Dreaming of the perfect California elopement? Discover the best places to say "I do," from the towering redwoods of Big Sur to the dramatic desertscapes of Joshua Tree. Explore hidden gems like Sequoia National Park and the serene beaches of Malibu, each offering breathtaking backdrops for your big day. Whether you envision coastal cliffs, forested trails, or sunlit vineyards, California has it all. Let this guide help you find your ideal location for an unforgettable elopement experience!

Mariela Campbell 9/16/24 Mariela Campbell 9/16/24

Elope in Cambria, California - Elopement Photographer

If you're dreaming of an authentic, intimate, and beautifully captured elopement, look no further than Cambria, California, and Mariela Campbell Photography to ensure you elopement will be cherished forever!

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