10 Vermont Locations You Can Elope In

TOP 10 STATE PARKS + FORESTS YOU CAN ELOPE IN VERMONT

 RAE ANN PHOTO | ELOPEMENT & INTIMATE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER | NEW ENGLAND & BEYOND

Your Vermont Elopement Photographer Location Recommendations:

Vermont is full of hidden locations and off the beaten path locations including waterfalls, mountain peaks and lake views! Here are 10 state parks and forests you can elope in Vermont!

Camel's Hump State Park - Located in the Northern Green Mountains and over 21,224 acres of land it is the largest state park in Vermont.

• Access Camel's Hump from Burrow's Trail - 4.7 miles and estimated to take about 4 hours to complete (Hard) but is easier than Monroe

*Dogs must be on a leash

Little River State Park (AKA Waterbury Reservoir)

This state park is located in Waterbury and is one of the most popular state parks in Central Vermont.

Green Mountain National Forest

Lye Brook Falls - This is a 4.5-mile out-and-back trail near Manchester Center.

Bromley Mountain - This is a 5.7-mile out-and-back trail near East Dorset, Vermont.

Elmore State Park

• Mount Elmore - This is a 5.4-mile loop trail near Lake Elmore, Vermont.

Mount Mansfield State Forest

• Bingham Falls - This is a 0.5-mile out-and-back trail near Stowe, Vermont.

• Sterling Pond - This is a 2.1-mile out-and-back trail near Jeffersonville, Vermont. Generally considered a moderately challenging route

CC Putnam State Forest

Stowe Pinnacle Trail - This is a 3.1-mile out-and-back trail near Stowe, Vermont with view of Stowe Mountain resort on a clear day

Mount Philo State Park - This is an easy 2 mile trail with an access road to drive to the top if you don't feel like hiking.

Quechee State Park

• Quechee Gorge - This is an easy 1.3 mile trail

Underhill State Park 

• Mount Mansfield - The Chin via Sunset Ridge Trail - 5.1 miles and estimated to take a little over 4 hours (Hard)

  
  

Mount Ascutney State Park

Mount Ascutney - This is a 5.2-mile out-and-back trail near Perkinsville, Vermont.

What you'll need to elope in Vermont:

1. Marriage License - To get married in Vermont you need to obtain a marriage license from a town clerk’s office. This can be done in any town, regardless of where you plan to marry in the state. Bring valid ID, fill out the necessary forms, and pay the $80 fee and you're all set! The license is valid for 60 days.

2. Choose a Location - Vermont has numerous state parks, each offering unique scenic settings for an elopement. Choose a location that fits your vision, whether it's a mountaintop, lakeside, or forest setting.Park Rules: Each park may have specific rules regarding ceremonies. Contact the park office or visit their website to understand any regulations, fees, or restrictions.

3. Permits - Some parks may require a special use permit for elopement ceremonies, especially if you have guests or plan to set up decorations. The permit fee varies by park.Reservation: If you plan to use a pavilion, overlook, or another specific area within the park, you may need to reserve that space in advance.Here is the page for Vermont state park wedding information

4. Officiant - In Vermont, an ordained minister, justice of the peace, judge, or a one-day temporary officiant (approved by the state) can legally perform your marriage ceremony. Ensure your chosen officiant is available and authorized.

HOW DO WE HIRE YOU AS OUR Vermont Elopement Photographer?

Just head to my contact page and fill out a form or you can email me at raeannphoto056@gmail.com when you're ready to start planning. If you're planning for a weekday there's no rush but if you would like a weekend date, let me know ASAP!