Many people are familiar with the blistering heat of Zion's summer busy season, but did you know Zion stays open year round and is a great place to visit in the winter? Zion boasts incredible views year round, but be prepared to have your breath taken away when you see the snow contrasting along the cracks of the tower red rock walls of the canyon. With some preparation, you can experience all the beauty Zion has to offer while avoiding the crowds. Read on for tips on having a Zion National Park wedding in the winter!

Located 45 miles from the bustle and shuttles of Zion's main canyon, Timber Creek Overlook offers an incredible view of the Kolob Canyons making it an excellent choice for small elopement ceremonies. This location is ideal for couples who are looking for a sweeping vista and don't mind a little hike to get there. It's less ideal for couples who want quick access to the rest of Zion or have accessibility concerns. If you're considering this location for your Zion elopement ceremony, read on for the ultimate guide to Timber Creek Overlook elopements!

The question of tipping, who should I tip and how much should I tip, is a continual topic of angst in our house. I hate not knowing for sure what's expected of me, especially when working with a high ticket item. So I figured I'd lend some clarity and lay down some ground rules for any couples who want to work with us.

The Temple of Sinewava, nestled amidst the narrowing canyon along Zion National Park's Virgin River, offers a beautiful and intimate setting for small wedding ceremonies. This location is ideal for couples who want a classic Zion location for their ceremony and have a small group. While it's less ideal for couples who prioritize privacy and don't want to ride the shuttles. If you're researching which wedding location in Zion National Park is right for you, read on for the ultimate guide on Temple of Sinewava weddings!

The Zion Lodge Lawn, surrounded by towering sandstone cliffs and majestic cottonwood trees, offers a breathtaking backdrop for a wedding ceremony. This location is ideal for couples who want to get married inside the National Park with a larger group and also want amenities close by. It's not an ideal location for couples who want privacy and those who don't want to stay at the Lodge. If you're researching which wedding location in Zion National Park is right for you, read on for the ultimate guide to planning a Zion Lodge Lawn wedding from a local!

Imagine standing beneath one of the only perpetual waterfalls in Zion National Park for your intimate wedding ceremony! This little oasis in the desert is an ideal location for couples looking to have their ceremony inside the National Park and still get a little bit of privacy. It's less ideal for couples who want to celebrate with more than just a handful of people. If you're researching which wedding location in Zion National Park is right for you, we've got you covered! Here's the ultimate guide to getting married at Menu Falls from a local photographer!

Jen and Dan were drawn to the beautiful desert scenery and possibility for adventure for their Multi Day Southern Utah Elopement.

Few occasions call for a custom suit more than your wedding! When you need a high quality custom suit, look no further than Sartoro. Andrew's custom green suit was the perfect fit for his Colorado Mountain Elopement photos near Ouray, Colorado

As avid explorers of Zion National Park, it was quite the experience to see and photograph Zion from above. Rachael and Lee chose to spend multiple days with us in the Utah desert celebrating their elopement.

Tori and Levi ventured out through the Utah desert for their elopement, and were lucky enough to experience a storm in the desert. We went to several locations, including Lake Powell and Horseshoe Bend to give them the full Utah experience!

Stacy and Daniel opted for a multi-day adventure for their elopement so they could experience both Capitol Reef National Park and ZIon National Park. We photographed the whole thing after spending time getting to know them and helping plan out how their elopement would unfold.

Lindsay and Alex have a deep love of the desert, so it made sense for them to have an adventurous elopement day in one of the prettiest corners of Utah- Grand Staircase Escalante. We accompanied them as photographers and lent a hand planning out the details like their timeline and needed permits.

Leilani + Paul decided to elope their own way! They love to Jeep, so they incorporated this throughout their elopement day, off-roading to locations in Colorado only accessible by dirt road.

Victoria and Miles adventured out to Idaho City, Colorado to elope with their friends and family. They were married at their cabin, and then hopped into a Jeep to reach a stormy alpine lake, where they watched the sun set together.

Ellie and Brandyn love their pup Leo, and included him as a central part of their elopement day. We found dog friendly locations in and near Zion National Park for them to explore with Leo. Their elopement was full of adventure, hiking, and unbeatable views you can only get in the desert of Southern Utah.