Getting Married in Zion National Park is a dream come true

Here are a few things to think about as you prepare to work on your vows.

In my experience all personal vows come in three basic forms but are usually a combination of two or three of these:

Love Letter= How much, what, and why I love you;

Story of a Journey= The physical and emotional journey you have been on both personally and as a couple;

Your national park elopement is the place for you each to open your hearts and be vulnerable. Your words carry even more meaning during a private elopement. Personal vows are more timeless if you have hired a professional photographer and even more so if you have hired a professional videographer.

2 Ways to Find the Perfect Location

The location scout/location coordinator will need to have vast knowledge of all National and State Parks, Forest Service lands, Bureau of Land Management, as well as private and other local public lands. Your professional will need to be versed in the application process for all locations.  Some photographers include this as part of their services. Make sure you ask your photographer what services they provide. The cheapest option is not always the least expensive after you factor in all services provided or not provided. Outland Officiant has a very affordable package that includes location scouting.

Getting married in Zion National Park

One of the most popular National Park to get married in is Zion National Park. It has iconic views that can not be beat. Because it is so popular, and they have had consistent record-breaking number of visitors some extra planning will be needed. Check the park’s website, www.nps.gov/zion/ when planning but also check it several times leading up to your wedding. Between rockslides, COVID 19 protocols, and the park shutting the front gate due to crowds, you will want to know the current situation.

Another great way to stay up on what is going on in the park is to follow the park’s Instagram account, @zionnps. In addition to up-to-date information, you will see great photos and interesting facts about Zion National Parks plants, animals, and history. Cannot recommend it enough.

Who gets the marriage license? Where do they get a marriage license? Do we need one if we are eloping in Zion National Park?

Yes, you will need a marriage license to get married in Utah. This is how.

Marriages licenses are applied for by the couple. This should be done one to four weeks before the wedding. Couples will apply for them at a County Clerk’s Office. A license from any county in Utah can be used anywhere in Utah.