Best Places to Elope in Arizona

There are countless places to elope in Arizona. If you know Arizona is where you’d like to elope, but have no idea where to begin, keep reading! I’ve listed six of my favorite locations, from North to Southern Arizona, that I know you’ll love.

Page

If you like grand views, water, and staying close to Utah, Page, Arizona is the the place for you!

Page is a small town in Northern Arizona, that is literally a 10 minute drive from the Utah border. You’ve definitely seen Page in photos before, because it includes some of Arizona’s most famous features. Horseshoe Bend, Antelope Canyon, and Lake Powell are just a few of the incredible landmarks in this desert town.

Because Page is a small town, there isn’t much of a night life, but the outdoor activities make up for it. Kayaking, Stand-Up paddle boarding, hiking, exploring slot canyons, swimming, fishing, off-roading, helicopter rides, ATV tours, and horseback rides are just a few of the things you can do in this desert landscape.

If you want to learn more about the different spots to elope in Page, Arizona, head to my blog: Places to Elope in Page, Arizona.

You may also want to check out these resources as well: How to Elope at Horseshoe Bend.

Flagstaff

If you want the place you elope to be surrounded by pines and aspens, in a quaint mountain town, have wildflowers in the summer, colorful autumns, or brilliant snowy mountain ranges, then Flagstaff would be your dream elopement location.

Best Time of Year to Elope in Flagstaff

Flagstaff is in Northern Arizona. It’s located two hours north of Phoenix, and two hours south of the Utah border. It’s the best location if you plan on eloping in Arizona in the summer. The summers remain very mild, although the can get pretty warm (high 90ºs).

Alternatively, if you want to get married in the snow, Flagstaff is your best bet in Arizona.

Flagstaff is where I’m currently living, so I know it inside and out. If you want to find out some of my favorite locations in Flagstaff, feel free to reach out! Let me know what your elopement vision is, whether it’s wildflowers, golden autumn aspens, winter wonderland landscapes, majestic mountains, skiing adventure, and I can help you make a plan.

Sedona

Because of its unique red rocks and incredible views, Sedona is quickly becoming one of the most popular places to elope in Arizona.

Sedona is located to the Southwest of Flagstaff.

Best Time of Year to Elope in Sedona

Sedona is what we call the “high desert.” This means that it’s still hot and dry, just not as hot as Phoenix. Summers can get into the 100ºFs. I don’t recommend getting married here June through August. September starts to cool off a bit, although the days are still toasty. January and February can be pretty cold, but they tend to be less busy than spring and fall. October and March are beautiful and cool, but they are also the most crowded with tourists.

If you’d like to learn more about how to elope in Sedona, check my blog: How to Elope in Sedona.

Prescott

If you choose want to elope in Arizona and you want a mixture of greenery but also desert, Prescott will be the place for you. You can be amidst desert rocks, drive 10 minutes and be in a lush green forest inhabited by bald eagles.

Prescott is one of my favorite cities in Arizona in general. This hidden gem is off the beaten path, in Central Arizona. You have to be pretty intentional to get there, the main I-17 highway doesn’t pass through this city.

Best Time of Year to Elope in Prescott

Prescott is also part of the high desert, so it snows in the winter, and gets pretty hot in the summer. It has several lakes, impressive rocks, and a mixture of pine trees and mars-like landscapes.

I’ve only shot at one location in Prescott, Watson Lake. This lake is a popular spot for kayaking, hiking, and picnicking for locals.

Prescott gets all four seasons, and it stays pretty mild. It depends on what kind of weather you prefer. Summers are good to avoid if you don’t want heat (it can get over 100ºF in July and August) or rattlesnakes.

Winter gets surprising cold when it snows in Prescott, but the desert snows are impossible to predict. It can snow anytime December through March, and most likely in January or February.

Superstition Mountains

If you want to elope in the true Arizona desert, the Superstition Mountain range may be for you.

This mountain range is filled with loads of cacti (saguaro, cholla, prickly pear, yucca, etc.), jagged rocks, and hiking trails. It’s located just to the east of Phoenix, bordering Apache Junction.

Best Time of Year to Elope in the Superstition Mountains

The valley of Arizona is also the hottest. I highly suggest only eloping in the Phoenix area during the cooler months (to avoid Diamondback Rattlesnakes and heat stroke). October and November tend to be cooler than summer, but the best months to elope in Phoenix will be December through March.

The Superstition Mountains is a large mountain range, most of it in National Forest Land. There are tons of spots to choose to elope. Some of my elopement couple’s favorite spots include Lost Dutchman State Park, Gold Canyon, Peralta, and the Salt River.

I also see the most wild horses and wildlife in this mountain range.

There are so many elopement locations to choose from in this mountain range, so feel free to reach out and I can show you all of my favorite spots.

Saguaro National Park

We’ve made our way from the tippy-top section of Arizona, all the way to the southern border. If you are looking to get as many saguaro cacti in your photos as possible, Saguaro National Park is the place for you to elope.

Saguaro National Park is located just outside of Tucson, Arizona. This is practically as far south as you can get in Arizona.

You definitely will need permits to get married and have your photos taken in Saguaro National park, and you can find that info HERE.

Saguaro cacti are native to the southern half of Arizona, and make an absolutely unique backdrop for elopement photos.

Best Time of Year to Elope in Saguaro National Park

Tucson, although further south than Phoenix, is slightly cooler than the valley. Not enough to make summer elopements advisable, but it is good to know that the cooler months last a bit longer. I’d recommend October through April.

Best Places To Elope in Arizona

Pretty much, there are so many incredible places to elope in Arizona. I mentioned six of my favorite. I literally could go on and on about my favorite places in Arizona. There are still so many more, like the Grand Canyon, that I didn’t get a chance to touch on in this blog.

If you have questions about any of the locations above, or eloping in Arizona in general, feel free to reach out! You can always contact me through my CONTACTS page.