C and K’s fall elopement at White Sands National Park was nothing short of epic. Imagine this: a quiet, serene day in the heart of Southern New Mexico, surrounded by endless white sand dunes and big, blue skies. The whole day had a laid-back yet magical vibe, with every moment unfolding perfectly.

This past August, surrounded by the stunning beauty of the Santa Fe National Forest, K and K renewed their vows in a ceremony filled with love and joy. The forest was in full bloom, with wildflowers scattered across the landscape like nature’s confetti. It was as if the entire forest had joined in celebrating their love, adding vibrant colors to an already stunning backdrop!

First, why choose New Mexico for your elopement?

Uhum where do I even start!? Southwest desert vibes, incredible history (hello, Santa Fe is the oldest city in the United states), and crazy-beautiful sunsets. Not enough? There are also rock formations, hot air balloons, and art districts. And lastly, New Mexico is full of wild landscapes similar to the surrounding states—except with half the crowds.

This place is so underrated. But hey, I’d rather keep this place as our little best-kept anyways! Let’s get into the details of planning your New Mexico elopement. 

“Where’s the best place to elope?” A question I frequently get asked and one you may be pondering yourself right now. The best place FOR YOU as a couple is one that speaks to you, is exciting, feels comfortable, and will bring you joy when you look back on it years from now. That can be cascading waterfalls, expansive gardens, tropical oases, or rugged mountains. Maybe culture and architecture is a priority over outdoor adventuring. Or perhaps you already have a time of year in mind and restrictions on how far you want to travel. There are so many factors  – so consider this your destination inspiration. I’ve compiled this list of unique and jaw dropping elopement destinations, with a little bit of everything for everyone. Let’s kickstart your imagination of, “Where is the best place for YOU to elope?”