Rowena Crest in the Columbia Gorge is one of the prettiest and easiest places to elope at. It’s super easy to get to, you don’t have to hike to get stunning views and it’s perfect if you have older guests. Rowena crest is also only about 1.5 hours away from Portland, Oregon and about 30 minutes from Hood River. Which is perfect if you decide to get ready at an airbnb closer.

Marla + Daniel chose to elope during the pandemic last year in 2021. Eloping has always felt like them and I love that they never felt teh pressure of having a bigger wedding. They got ready at a hotel in Hood River and had their first look there, before heading over to Rowena Crest with their families. This day was beyond sweet and perfect in every way. The flowers bloom beautifully in the beginning of May and I love how it made their elopement, that much more magical. When you scroll through the images of their day, you’ll see all the sweet quiet moments they were able to enjoy with their families. I am also obsessed with how unique Marla’s dress was, while it was simple, the back was so sexy and stunning.

Photos: Catherine Marie Taylor

Florist: Jill Mason at Starflower

HMU: Marina Haynes

You might have seen my other elopement (2019) + engagement (2019) that I did a couple of years back.