Hocking Hills Elopement - Planner • Officiant • Photogapher
Hocking Hills Elopements — Thoughtfully Planned, Beautifully Photographed
Elope in the heart of Hocking Hills with a calm, experienced guide by your side. From location planning and permits to officiating and photography, I help you create an intimate, meaningful wedding day that feels effortless, personal, and true to you.
Intimate. Intentional. Beautifully Guided.
Hocking Hills elopements for couples who want something meaningful — without the stress of a traditional wedding.
I help couples plan, officiate, and photograph their elopement in the Hocking Hills so they can be fully present, deeply connected, and confident every step of the way.
Whether you’re dreaming of exchanging vows beneath towering cliffs, beside a quiet waterfall, or tucked into the forest just the two of you — you don’t have to figure it out alone.
Your All-Inclusive Hocking Hills Elopement Experience
Eloping should feel intentional, calm, and deeply personal — not overwhelming or uncertain.
When you work with me, you’re not just booking photography. You’re gaining a trusted guide who understands Hocking Hills, knows how to navigate the logistics, and is fully invested in creating a wedding day that feels authentic to you.
From the first planning conversation to the moment you receive your finished gallery, I handle the details so you can focus on what matters most: being present with each other.
As an ordained minister, experienced Hocking Hills photographer, and lifelong planner at heart, I offer a seamless, supportive experience designed for couples who value meaning, beauty, and ease.
What Makes This Different
I’m not just documenting your elopement.
I’m guiding you through it.
With over 14 years of professional experience photographing weddings and elopements in the Hocking Hills, I bring local expertise, emotional intelligence, and a caregiver’s heart to every couple I serve.
As an ordained minister, I’m able to legally officiate your ceremony — allowing your elopement to feel seamless, personal, and deeply intentional.
You’ll never be rushed, lost, or wondering what to do next.
This Experience Is For You If…
- You love the idea of eloping in the Hocking Hills but don't know where to start
- You want a wedding day that feels calm, meaningful, and unrushed
- You value guidance from a life-long local who knows Hocking Hills intimately
- You want to feel supported, confident, and at ease in front of the camera
- You’re drawn to intentional meaningful moments over traditional expectations that don't feel authentic
- You’re excited to invest in an experience — not just images
- You want a photographer who is also an ordained officiant and planner
Eloping doesn’t mean doing less — it means doing more of what matters most.
What’s Included in Every Elopement Experience
- ✨ Personalized elopement planning guidance
- 📍 Location research & recommendations within Hocking Hills based on privacy, accessibility, and season
- 📝 Permit guidance and planning support
- 💻 Custom Timeline Creation
- 📝Local Vendor recommendations
- 💍 Optional Officiant services for your ceremony
- 📸 Elopement day photography with gentle posing & candid direction
- 🌿 Introvert-friendly prompts for natural, relaxed images
- 💻 Online gallery with high-resolution digital downloads
- 🖼️ Print release + professional printing options
- 🤍 Thoughtful communication and steady support throughout the process
- A curated gallery of selected sneak peeks will be made available within 24 hours.
Every experience is customized — no two elopements look the same, because no two love stories are the same.
Trusted. Award-Winning. Deeply Experienced.
Eloping may be simple — but choosing the right person to guide and document it is not.
With over 13 years of experience, hundreds of weddings photographed, and a reputation built on care, professionalism, and trust, your story is in capable hands from start to finish.
- 🏆 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award (2024)
- 🏆 Readers Choice Award Winner - Logan Daily News Best Photographer in the Hocking Hills 2025 & 2026
- 🔥 13+ years of five-star reviews across Google, WeddingWire & Facebook
- 🏆 BBB Torch Award for Ethics (2024)
- 🌈 Inclusive, LGBTQIA+ affirming & non-traditional-friendly
Real Wedding & ElopeMent Galleries
Ethan & Salem
Ethan & Salem
Ethan & Salem booked the two-hour elopement package at Old Man's Cave for their Handfasting Ceremony followed by portraits. They left this five star review on Google about their experience:
"We found this photographer on a whim last second, and quickly got married and had a handfasting ceremony at Old Man's Cave. Every single interaction w
Ethan & Salem booked the two-hour elopement package at Old Man's Cave for their Handfasting Ceremony followed by portraits. They left this five star review on Google about their experience:
"We found this photographer on a whim last second, and quickly got married and had a handfasting ceremony at Old Man's Cave. Every single interaction was perfect from start to finish. She is so easy going and fun and kind. I didn't have high expectations because we were quickly throwing things together, but she blew our minds. Her dedication to finding good poses and lighting and magical shots was so above and beyond. Having someone to photograph your special moment is one thing, having jaw dropping photos is another, and she nailed it. We're so thankful we found her!"
Matt & Robin
Ethan & Salem
Matt & Robin hosted their ceremony and reception at their beautiful Hocking Hills cabin, surrounded by family, and wrapped in peak fall foliage. This is a great example of a 4 hour wedding service with one photographer, hosted completely at a cabin without traveling to the parks.
Luke & Natalie
Luke & Natalie hosted their ceremony and reception at their Hocking Hills cabin and then had an adventure session the following morning with just the couple to capture stunning pictures of their first morning as husband and wife amongst the scenic landscape of Cedar Falls and Rock House. This gallery is a great example of 6 hours of coverage with couples portraits the following day.
Destiny & Brandon
Destiny & Brandon
Destiny & Brandon hosted their ceremony and reception at their Hocking Hills cabin and then had an adventure session the following morning with just the couple to capture stunning pictures of their first morning as husband and wife amongst the scenic landscape of the Conkles Hollow Gorge Trail.
Madison & Dylan
Destiny & Brandon
Madison & Dylan
Madison & Dylan hosted a brief ceremony followed by portraits at Ash Cave. This is a great example of 2 hours of coverage, ceremony & portraits with no reception.
Weddings & Elopements - Coverage & Pricing
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Custom Curated Elopement Experiences
Bride Morgan Flores left this generous five-star review on Google:
"Breathtaking and jaw dropping are the only ways I can describe the photos that Cassie captures! She did a phenomenal job with our wedding, and we are through the moon with how they all turned out. She is so talented and the sweetest human to work with. If anyone is contemplating any kind of photos in Hocking Hills, she is without a doubt the best choice!"
- Morgan Flores, Bride
Hocking Hills Elopement FAQ
Do we need a permit to elope in Hocking Hills?
Some locations within Hocking Hills State Park do require permits. I’ll guide you through what’s needed and help you choose locations that align with your vision and comfort level.
Can you legally marry us?
Yes! I am an ordained minister and can officiate your ceremony, sign your marriage lice
Do we need a permit to elope in Hocking Hills?
Some locations within Hocking Hills State Park do require permits. I’ll guide you through what’s needed and help you choose locations that align with your vision and comfort level.
Can you legally marry us?
Yes! I am an ordained minister and can officiate your ceremony, sign your marriage license, and take care of the legal details—so everything stays simple and seamless.
We’re awkward in front of the camera. Is that okay?
Absolutely. Most of my couples feel the same way. I use gentle guidance and natural prompts—nothing stiff or forced—so you can relax and be yourselves.
What if the weather doesn’t cooperate?
Hocking Hills is beautiful in all kinds of weather. I always build backup plans and flexible timelines, so your day still feels calm and intentional.
Can we bring guests?
Yes—elopements can include a small group of loved ones. We’ll choose locations and timelines that work comfortably for everyone involved.
How soon will we receive our photos?
You’ll receive sneak peeks within 24 hours, with your full gallery delivered within six weeks.
Let’s Create Something Meaningful
Let’s Create Something Meaningful
If you’re dreaming of an elopement that feels calm, intentional, and beautifully you — I would be honored to guide you.
Limited elopement dates available each year to ensure an intentional, unhurried experience.