Heisler Park cliffs
Garden paths above the coves and the most photographed bluffs in the county. It fills fast at golden hour, so arrive early.
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Elopements & small weddings
Elope on the Orange County coast
Two to twenty guests, a bluff over the Pacific and the right twenty minutes of light. Scouting, permits and timing handled.
How it works
Small wedding, full attention
An elopement is short, so every minute counts. You pick the feel and the guest list. The location, the permit check, the backup spot and the exact time to be standing on the bluff are planned for you.
Coverage runs 2 to 4 hours: the vows, a few family photos, portraits at golden hour, and dinner or a toast if you want one.
- Location scouting matched to your guest count
- Permit check for every spot on the timeline
- Sunset-timed portraits
- Witness signature for your license if needed
- Full edited gallery and sneak peeks within a week
- Add-on: a short film of the vows
Elopement spots
Quiet places on a busy coast
Headlands and harbor
High trails over the Pacific and calm harbor water below. Great for elopements that want room and quiet.
Balboa and the harbor
Boats, docks and the Balboa ferry for an old-Newport feel. Little Corona in Corona del Mar adds tide pools and rock arches.
Pier and Spanish Village
White walls, red tile roofs and the pier below the bluff. A classic Southern California look.
FAQ
Elopement questions
Where can we elope in Orange County?
Popular spots include Heisler Park and Victoria Beach in Laguna, the Dana Point headlands, Little Corona in Corona del Mar and the Old Orange County Courthouse in Santa Ana. Location suggestions come with your date, guest count and the look you want.
Can you help with the officiant and license?
You get a checklist for the California marriage license and a short list of local officiants. California requires one witness for a public license, and your photographer can sign as that witness.
Do we need a permit for photos at an Orange County beach or park?
Some cities and state parks require a permit for professional photography, and the rules differ by location. Permit requirements are checked for every spot on your timeline before the wedding day.
Do you shoot weekday elopements?
Yes. Weekdays are the easiest time to get a quiet beach and a less crowded overlook.
Check your date
Planning to elope?
Spring and fall Saturdays book first. Send your date and venue and you will hear back within one business day.