Sedona is 120 miles north of Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. When you arrive to the Sedona exit you will quickly see the rising red cliffs and breathtaking views. The 4 top hiking destinations also share the top elopement sites. As of 2024, permits are not req'd (with the exception of Crescent Moon State Park). Depending on the number of guests you invite and their ability to navigate the red rocks will determine your choices. We have soft access trail heads where we perform the ceremony and hike above and beyond for world view romance portraits while your guests stroll back to the parking area.

The Crescent Moon Park Ramada can be reserved for parking and easy access to the Sedona views if you have guests with limited mobility. Afterwards, you and Bon Miller can drive a few miles up to Secret Slick Rock for an epic romantic portrait session overlooking Cathedral Rock. (Note: Parking at any trail head during peak season will require shuttling or a hired van).

Views are everywhere in Sedona. Two locations accomodate wheelchairs. Other spots are less than 5 minutes of hiking and still offer commanding views. We insist you wear hiking shoes and daypack your formal shoes if needed. We have locations for the non-hikers as well as the adventurous.

The more adventurous couples will want to rent a jeep and journey to “Merry-Go-Round” or “Top of the World”. Both take an hour on a rocky jeep road from the nearest pavement. Guaranteed to get some images that command the curiosity of your friends and family … “where was that???” More privacy and breathtaking cliffs. Minimum 4 hour elopement session.

You will need a legally ordained Officiant and 2 witness’ to sign your marriage license. You can bring your own Officiant or I will suggest a few Sedona Officiants, upon which you can choose to have custom vows or write your own vows (or both). You will apply for your AZ marriage license and bring your license with you to your wedding.

• Hot Air Balloon Rides

• Helicopter tours

• Pink Jeep tours

• ATV Rentals

• Spas & Massage

• Sedona Crystal Magic

• Slide Rock State Park

• Chapel of the Holy Cross, Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts, Vortex chasing, Horseback riding, slide rock swimming.

• Peak Season: April, May, October, November

• Best privacy & good weather: December, January

• Hottest month: July

• Most dramatic skies & weather for those adventurous photos: February & March.

• For your intimate 2 hour elopement, we recommend meeting 2 hours prior to sunset.

• Sunrise weddings are very popular during the summer months. Depending on the location and early or late summer, we may meet as early as 4:45 AM.

• All Day Weddings are time-lined to maximize the lighting for your romance photos on the red rocks.

• Feb. & March are the most dramatic weather months and offer the ability to schedule your wedding earlier in the day. The sunsets can be super dramatic! It also can sleet & snow. It's my favorite time of year as the photo's are so full of life, movement, clouds, drama ... a good time to wear a gown that moves in the wind and a veil will look amazing!

• Elopement timelines are based upon your guest list and the distance we hike with the number of group photos planned.

• Intimate elopements without guests are based upon the best lighting of sunset or sunrise for each specific location.

• All Day Weddings at venues will have an intricate timeline designed around the planned events. Each venue will have a coordinator. Sometimes it will include a "day-of" planner. Casey Green Weddings is the premier most experienced wedding planner in Sedona!

• Hiking shoes/boots, pack dress shoes

• Marriage License & Pen

• Rings

• Vow books (phone as back-up)

• Bouquet & Boutonniere

• Travel mirror, make-up

• Veil or Cape accessory

• Champagne

• Head lamps if needed

• Coat or rain jacket

• Clear Umbrella

• Sunscreen

• Tissues & handi-wipes

• Electrolytes, mints, snacks

• Lint roller

• Emergency tampon

• Pain reliever

• Backpack chair

• Bubble blower

• Battery Lanterns

• Towel to sit on the rocks

• Leash

• Water & bowl

• Doggy bags

• Treats

• Toys

• Pop-up Changing tent

• Glass cups

• Altars or runways

• Rose Petals

• Tables or chairs

• Cigarettes, sparklers or any fire