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As a Louisiana native where hospitality runs deep, and now a Zion local who believes in bringing that same warmth and care to every couple I serve. In the South, we welcome people like family, and I want you to feel that same sense of home as you plan your wedding.
That’s why I’ve created these resources—to guide you through every step of your elopement with ease, intention, and a touch of Southern hospitality. Whether you're dreaming of exchanging vows in Zion’s vast canyons or seeking the perfect details for your intimate day, you’ll find everything you need right here.
So grab a coffee (or maybe a sweet tea), settle in, and let’s make your Zion photo experience feel like home—wild, beautiful, and undeniably you.
Your photographer is the only vendor with you all day long. A couple celebrates their engagement on a cliffside in Zion National Park. Planning a wedding or elopement in Zion National Park is an adventure like no other. The towering red cliffs, winding canyons, and golden desert light make for an epic backdrop to your love story. But […]
Planning an elopement in Zion? Planning an elopement in Zion? One of the biggest questions couples ask is: “How many hours of photography coverage do we really need?” Your love story deserves time—not just snapshots. Here’s how to match coverage to your vision. 1. Think About What You Want to Include Every extra hour opens up more meaningful […]
These two wanted to go a little off the beaten path. They chose to get legally married in their hometown but wanted to come to Zion to have a stressful time celebrating their love with just the two of them. They were not interested in being around crowds, and wanted to see a part of […]
a newly wed couple kayaking on Lake Powell, and climbing in Zion National Park.
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Not sure where to start when it comes to finding Zion wedding venues? One of the biggest questions I receive as a local Zion wedding & elopement expert is “Do you have any recommendations for Zion National Park Wedding Venues”? The answer is yes, I absolutely have the best recommendations! When searching for Zion wedding […]
A quick and breathtaking hike, the Canyon Overlook Trail in Zion National Park offers sweeping views with minimal effort. This guide shares what to expect, the best times to go, and why it’s one of Zion’s most iconic—and accessible—viewpoints.
Named one of the US Top 10 Summit Hikes by National Geographic in 2011, Angel’s Landing is an unforgettable hike for travelers of all ages. Yes, I mean all. Just be smart. It’s nerve wracking for anyone that is not best friends with heights and might be haunted by vertigo. But aside from the wobbly, […]
TL;DR – Why Observation Point Is One of the Best Zion Elopement Locations If you’re dreaming of a wedding day that feels like a sacred adventure—where the journey is just as meaningful as the vows—then Observation Point might be the perfect Zion National Park elopement location for you. Perched more than 6,500 feet above sea […]
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We believe in heirlooms. Being able to photograph your connection to your loved ones is a dream come true. But it doesn’t stop there for me. Our photo journey isn’t complete until I know you have tangibles treasures hanging on your walls, decorating your coffee tables in beautiful high quality albums, printed on holidays cards […]
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These two wanted to go a little off the beaten path. They chose to get legally married in their hometown but wanted to come to Zion to have a stressful time celebrating their love with just the two of them. They were not interested in being around crowds, and wanted to see a part of […]
LET’S DREAM UP AN ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME TO CELEBRATE A LIFE TIME OF LOVE Joe is a bit of romantic and wanted to keep the actually proposal, his words and her words, private. He was open to any and all of my suggestions. So I went all out. I help with lodging, and found […]
a newly wed couple kayaking on Lake Powell, and climbing in Zion National Park.
As y’all know by now, I LOVE partnering with locals. I reached out to Canyon Rides to create a really meaningful engagement session for a couple who was getting married at an equestrian just a few months later and wanted to use these image as save the dates. I think its incredibly special to have […]
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Overwhelmed by Wedding Planning in Zion?
meet your Zion
planner + photographer
Hey there, my name is Kate, Zion is my home.
You’re not alone.
Between logistics, permits, and expectations, it’s easy to feel lost—or like your vision doesn’t quite fit the mold.
At The Wild Within Us, I help couples who crave something deeper transform their wedding into a ritual—an intentional, breathtaking experience that honors love as a sacred journey.
As a Zion local with over a decade of experience, I guide you every step of the way. From personalized planning to soulful elopement photography, I curate an experience that’s effortless, luxurious, and rooted in meaning. You’ll feel held, seen, and completely at home in the wild.
This is more than a wedding—it’s a transformation.
It’s a day of deep connection and joyful adventure, preserved in artful images that become heirlooms—rituals you’ll return to, year after year, as you celebrate your love.