How to Get Dreamy Engagement Photos During Your Sequoia Elopement Weekend
Soooo, you’re eloping in Sequoia National Park, first of all, heck yes!! Something most couples don’t think about: when you're traveling to a destination like Sequoia for your elopement or intimate wedding, you probably won’t have many (or any!) photos of you two together in the park before the big day! That's where a day-before or day-after session comes in, and it will put the cherry on top during your elopement weekend!
I photograph a lot of couples who are traveling in from out of town, and I hear the same thing all the time: “We didn’t get engagement photos in Sequoia because we live too far away.” Which I totally get! BUT that doesn’t mean you have to skip those dreamy Sequoia engagement photos…
If you’re already making the trip, you’re here! Let’s make the most of it with a bonus session that’s less about the timeline and more about the experience!!
What Is a Day-Before or Day-After Engagement Session in Sequoia National Park?
It's exactly what it sounds like, a relaxed photo session either the day before or the day after your elopement. No tight timelines. No fancy outfits required (unless you want them). You can wear something comfy, explore through the giant trees, check out your ceremony spot, or even have a quiet picnic together. It’s a calm, meaningful way to soak in the scenery while capturing memories that aren’t rushed!
Whether you're flying in from out of state or road-tripping from the city, a Sequoia National Park engagement session gives you a chance to slow down, connect with your photographer (hi, that's me!), and get beautiful, natural photos in the park before the big day pressure sets in, or after, once you're officially married and floating on that just-got-hitched high.
And bonus? You get even more epic photos in Sequoia.
Why Couples Love These Sessions
You’re already here. You’ve made the effort to travel to Sequoia for your elopement. Why not take full advantage? We can hike to a quiet lookout, catch sunset at Beetle Rock, or wander through the forest together. Engagement photos in Sequoia National Park give you something extra special to look back on.
You get those Sequoia engagement-style photos in the place you're getting married. Most couples don’t get that if they don’t live nearby, but a day-before session makes it totally possible.
You’ll feel way more relaxed. You get time to connect with your photographer (hi, that’s me!) and shake off any camera nerves. This makes your elopement day feel smoother and more fun.
It’s like a bonus adventure. Want to plan a cute picnic? Jump in the river? Grab some cozy shots at your cabin? A Sequoia engagement session after your elopement is the perfect way to capture that just married bliss!
Ideas for Your Sequoia Day-Before or Day-After Engagement Session
There’s no one way to do this. Your day-before or day-after session could be:
A golden-hour hike near Crescent Meadow or Little Baldy
A sunrise stroll through the trees before the crowds roll in
A cabin morning with coffee, blankets, and snuggles
A preview of your ceremony location- great for visualizing the day and calming nerves!
A laid-back picnic with views of the Sierra Nevada
Sequoia National Park Engagement & Proposal Photography: I get it!
Whether you're looking for a Sequoia engagement photographer, Sequoia proposal photographer, or someone who just gets how important your experience is, not just the photos, you’re in the right place. I’ve spent years exploring these trails and helping couples create intentional, adventure-filled days that are true to who they are.
Your elopement doesn’t have to be a one-day thing. With a day-before or day-after engagement engagement session in Sequoia, we get to tell the full story, from the nervous excitement, to the emotional highs, to the pure bliss afterwards.
Ready to Capture More Than Just the Ceremony?
Whether you’re dreaming of cozy engagement photos in a cabin, an adventurous hike before your ceremony, or a post-elopement golden hour session in the forest, I’ve got you. As a Sequoia National Park engagement and elopement photographer who grew up exploring these trails, I don’t just take you to the popular spots, I help you experience the park like a local.
Your photos should feel like you, not a checklist, and that starts with a connection. When you work with me, you’re getting more than a photographer. You’re gaining an adventure buddy, a laid-back guide, and someone who genuinely cares about making this weekend unforgettable!!
📸 Let’s start planning and create something beautiful together in one of the most epic places on Earth!!
