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Accessible Trails in Washington State for an Elopement
You don’t have to hike a steep mountain to get amazing backdrops for your elopement ceremony. These locations are easily accessible whether you are inviting your grandparents or young kids or you just don’t feel like lookin’ all sweaty on your wedding day!
Roundtrip: 5 miles
Elevation Gain: 310 feet
Pass Required: Discover Pass
Dogs Allowed
There are lots of places to park your car with a short walk to the beautiful viewpoints of deception pass. You can walk down the steps to get to the beach or you can take this trail where half mile in you will reach Rosario Beach.
Roundtrip: 2 miles
Elevation Gain: 150 feet
Pass Required: Northwest Forest Pass
Dogs Allowed
Located off the Heather Meadows Recreation Area at the Mt. Baker Ski Resort, this trail is suitable for people of all ages including little kids. It’s a great trail that can be accessed in the winter as well (snowshoes recommended)
Roundtrip: 2 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 feet
Pass Required: Northwest Forest Pass
Dogs Allowed
Handrails are present for the most of this hike making it accessible for young kids and older adults. This trail will lead you to the most beautiful falls and is accessible year around.
ADA Accessible
Roundtrip: 1 mile
Elevation Gain: 10 feet
Pass Required: Northwest Forest Pass
Dog Allowed
This chair is accessible for wheelchairs as well as strollers. This trail is great for every kind of hiker and loops around a beautiful pond. This location has grown increasingly popular over the years as a top elopement destination so plan accordingly!
Roundtrip: 2 miles
Elevation Gain: 70 feet
Pass Required: Northwest Forest Pass
Dogs Allowed
After a half mile, this trail branches and one direction leads you to steep mountain trails but if you continue straight it will lead you to the picture perfect and clear Rainy Lake!
Stephanie Keegan
I’m an adventure elopement and wedding photographer based in Seattle and the surrounding Pacific Northwest. I focus on capturing love in beautiful places while sharing a passion for the outdoors. Rock climbing, backpacking, hiking – I love it all!
Hey! I'm Stephanie.
I'm an adventure elopement photographer based in the Pacific Northwest. My job is to help couples craft and document their dream day in the outdoors.
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