Jamie and Ryan’s Yosemite elopement at The Cascades Picnic Area along the Merced River was an absolute dream. With the rushing river, pines, and golden light filtering through the trees, this hidden gem is perfect for adventurous couples. If you're planning a Yosemite elopement, The Cascades offers stunning backdrops for wild, intimate, and breathtaking wedding portraits. As a Yosemite elopement photographer, I know the best secret spots to capture epic moments that feel true to you.

Local Yosemite Photographer sharing all of my favorite places to stay in AND near Yosemite National Park. Here to help you have the ultimate Yosemite experience!

If you are reading this, I am so glad you are here. I hope this guide helps you in some way and that the universe will allow us to cross paths one day. Until then, here are all my favorite places to stay in AND near Yosemite!

Imagine, saying YES, to the love of your life with Half Dome, El Cap, Bridalveil Falls, Sentinel Dome, Cathedral Rocks as your witnesses. And your favorite place with your favorite per imagine, saying yes, to the love of your life with Hector, Elkhart, Bridalveil, Falls, Centennial, rock, and cathedral rocks as your witnesses…in your favorite place with your favorite person.

After months of planning, we pulled off a perfect Yosemite proposal for Sid and Nidhi!