You deserve a beautiful and stress free elopement. And although elopements tend to be less stressful that traditional weddings, it still has the potential to be a bit chaotic. As a Jackson Hole photographer I have captured over a hundred weddings and elopements in the Grand Tetons and have a number of elopement timeline examples to help you plan a stress free elopement!
![jackson hole photographers captures groom kifting his bride up and kissing her at their sunrise session for their elopement](https://jocilynbennett.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15641/2021/08/KassandraChad-Wedding-GTNP2021-228_websize-1024x684.jpg)
Mini Elopement With Guests Timeline
This elopement timeline offers a simple and beautiful evening. I love it for multiple reasons, first being that it starts so late in the day. You don’t have to wake up early and feel rushed to get ready. Which reduces a lot of stress, especially for the bride!
4:30pm – Meet Up @ Hotel (Bride rides with me Groom Follows)
5-7pm First Look, and photos around the park
7:30pm Meet Guests at Ceremony Location
8:00pm Sunset Ceremony & Group Photos
9:00pm Sunset photos
9:30pm Head out to the after party at the Cowboy Bar
![jackson hole photographers captures bride adn groom holding hands during their outdoor ceremony for their Grand Teton wedding with the forest in the distance and the mountains towering over](https://jocilynbennett.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15641/2021/11/JamesKatrisha-TetonElopement-2021-440_websize-684x1024.jpg)
![jackson hole photographers captures bride and groom holding hands and exiting their outdoor ceremony for their grand teton wedding in the woods with their family and friends cheering for them](https://jocilynbennett.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15641/2021/11/JamesKatrisha-TetonElopement-2021-587_websize-1024x732.jpg)
![jackson hole photographers captures bridal portraits with bride and groom standing together at a lake in the Tetons and smiling as the bride holds a lush bouquet](https://jocilynbennett.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15641/2021/11/JamesKatrisha-TetonElopement-2021-792_websize-684x1024.jpg)
Two Day Elopement Weekend
If you are looking for a weekend long celebration with your closest family and friends, then this is the timeline for you! Packed with adventures, tours, and so many photo opportunities. I love this option as it gives you such a great experience for your elopement that you will never forget!
-Day One-
10am: Meet at trailhead & Begin Hike
1pm: Arrive at Lake and Relax & Enjoy
2pm: Getting Ready
4pm: First Look & Private Vows
5pm: Photos around the lake
6pm: Dinner and drinks
7pm: Hike out
-Day Two-
12pm: Getting Ready
3pm: First look with dad
4pm: Ceremony & Group Photos
5pm: Cocktail Hour
6pm: Dinner
8pm: Cake Cutting & Dancing
![bride and groom holding hands together in JAckson HOle's forest as the groom looks at his brides lace white wedding dress](https://jocilynbennett.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15641/2021/12/NikoLauren-Wedding-195-684x1024.jpg)
![bridals in the woods of JAckson HOle with the bride and groom sharing their private vow to oneanother for their Spring wedding](https://jocilynbennett.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15641/2021/12/NikoLauren-Wedding-199-1024x684.jpg)
![black and white image of bride and groom in the woods of Jackson Hole during their elopement](https://jocilynbennett.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15641/2021/12/NikoLauren-Wedding-214-684x1024.jpg)
Sunrise Schedule
For my early risers, I definitely recommend a sunrise elopement timeline. This is the perfect option for warm glowing sunrise images! In addition, you will have the rest of the day to explore Jackson Hole and truly take in the local area.
3am – Hair & Makeup
5am – Travel Time
6am – First Look/Ceremony & Exploring/Photo Session
8am – Optional Second Location of Exploring/Photos
10am – Brunch/Celebration
![jackson hole photographers captures bride and groom holding hands and walking through a grassy trail next to a river in the Grand Tetons](https://jocilynbennett.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15641/2022/04/KassandraChad-Wedding-GTNP2021-159-1024x684.jpg)
![woodland wedding photo with groom holding his bride as the sun shines through the trees overhead](https://jocilynbennett.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15641/2022/04/KassandraChad-Wedding-GTNP2021-413-684x1024.jpg)
![sun shining over bride and groom as groom embraces brides face and sets his forehead on top of her head](https://jocilynbennett.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15641/2022/04/KassandraChad-Wedding-GTNP2021-432-1024x765.jpg)
Sunset Schedule
If you still want the glow of the sun on the horizon, but aren’t willing to wake up before the sun comes up, then consider a sunset schedule! As a Jackson Hole photographer I love these session because they provide such a stunning warmth to your images.
1pm – Hair & Makeup
3pm – Travel/Buffer Time
4pm – First Look & Exploring/Photo Session
6pm – Ceremony & Portraits
7pm – Sunset Exploration/Photo Session
9pm – Head back to town
![bride and groom holding hands and walking through the woods in the Tetons while the sun shines through the trees onto them captured by Jackson hole photographers](https://jocilynbennett.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15641/2022/07/JustinDana-Elopement2022-269-684x1024.jpg)
![bride and groom embracing and kissing in the mountains woods captured by Jackson Hole wedding photographers](https://jocilynbennett.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15641/2022/07/JustinDana-Elopement2022-107-1024x681.jpg)
![groom leaning down to kiss his bride on the cheek as she looks up to him and smiles in the woods captured by jackson hole photographers](https://jocilynbennett.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15641/2022/07/JustinDana-Elopement2022-158-684x1024.jpg)
Full Day Hiking Adventure
One of the best parts of getting married in Grand Tetons has to be the amount of hiking available! Whether you are looking for an hour long rigorous hike, or something more light and relaxing. I know the perfect spot to take you. This elopement timeline option is great for the adventurous couple!
8am – Hair & Makeup (optional) Wearing hiking attire
10am – Travel to the trailhead/Buffer Time
11am – Start Hiking
2pm – Estimated Arrival to Destination
3pm – Get Ready (full hair and makeup or just touch ups)
5pm – Ceremony & Sunset Exploration/Photo Session
7pm – Eat & Celebrate
8pm – Hike out with headlamps
10pm – Make it to the trailhead
![bride and groom sitting together on a rock at Delta Lake cuddling as the groom kisses the brides forehead](https://jocilynbennett.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15641/2022/08/AmandaEthan-DeltaLake2020-153_websize-1024x684.jpg)
![Jackson Hole wedding photographer captures bride and groom at a lake in the mountains for the Jackson Hole wedding as they embrace one another](https://jocilynbennett.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15641/2022/08/AmandaEthan-DeltaLake2020-30_websize-684x1024.jpg)
![Jackson Hole wedding photographer photographs bride and groom kissing with the Teton mountains behind them](https://jocilynbennett.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15641/2022/08/AmandaEthan-DeltaLake2020-149_websize-1024x684.jpg)
Two Day Schedule
Above all, I want your elopement to perfectly fit your needs! This two day schedule is an example of a more customizable day. And of course you can customize any of the above schedules as wel!
*Day One (Just the two of you)
4pm – First Look & Exploring/Photo Session
6pm – Private Vow Sharing
7pm – Sunset Exploration/Photo Session
9pm – Head back to town
*Day Two (Ceremony & Celebration with guests)
Choice between Sunset, Sunrise, Split Day or Custom Schedule.
Ready to book your Jackson Hole wedding photographer? Reach out and let’s chat!
![grand teton wedding with bride and groom holding hands and looking to the mountains at sunset for their wedding portraits by jackson hole photographers](https://jocilynbennett.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15641/2022/08/MaryTanner-Elopement2022-277_websize-598x1024.jpg)
![groom dipping his bride backwards at Schwabacher Landing with the Tetons in the distance captured by jackson hole wedding photographers](https://jocilynbennett.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15641/2022/08/MaryTanner-Elopement2022-546_websize-1024x684.jpg)
![jackson hole wedding photographers photographs bride and groom kissing at Schwabacher Landing in the Tetons for their Jackson Hole wedding](https://jocilynbennett.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15641/2022/08/MaryTanner-Elopement-86_websize-684x1024.jpg)