The Ultimate Mt. Rainier Wedding Guide

If you’re looking to plan a Mt. Rainier wedding, you’ve come to the right place.

Mt. Rainier National Park is one of the most beautiful places in Washington. You’ll be floored by the alpine lakes, epic mountain views, and dense forests you can find within the park. It’s a great place for couples looking to have an intimate wedding in nature.

This guide covers everything you need to know about Mt. Rainier, including wedding venues, places to stay, marriage license laws, and permit information.

Mt. Rainier Wedding Venues

Mt Rainier doesn’t have a specific list of ceremony locations, meaning you can practically get married anywhere within the park! Keep in mind though that this rule only applies to weddings with a maximum of 12 people.

How to Get a Mt. Rainier Wedding Permit

The process of getting a permit is extremely easy. All you need to do is fill out the application found on the park’s website and email it to mora_special_use@nps.gov at least 4 weeks before your wedding date.

If your application is accepted, you will then be given instructions to pay the $60 permit fee online.

Hot to Get a Washington Marriage License

To get a marriage license in Washington, you’ll need to visit the County Clerk’s office 3 days before your wedding with your photo ID and $72. Simply fill out the application, wait 3 days to pick up the license, and you’re good to go!

If you don’t live in Washington, you can fill out the online application, have it notarized, and send it back with a check or money order.

To see more information and step-by-step instructions on how to get a marriage license in Washington, check out this County Clerk’s site.

The Best Time of Year For Your Mt. Rainier Wedding

The busiest, yet best time to visit Mt. Rainier for your wedding or elopement is during mid-July to mid-August. This is when the weather is best and when you’ll be able to see all the beautiful wildflowers.

However, if you’re looking for a less busy time to visit, September and early October will provide you with fall colors and less tourists.

Winter is perfect for the snow-lovers, and spring is a good time to visit the lower regions, but the weather can be pretty unpredictable which can cause road closures.

The Best Places to Stay in Mt. Rainier

Mt. Rainier is known for having some of the most epic places to stay. Below are some of my favorite Airbnbs for wedding ceremonies, or just to stay for your visit.

Knotty Cedars Retreat

Cozy River Cabin at Mt. Rainier (a personal favorite for ceremonies on the patio and pictures)

Modern Cabin Near Mt. Rainier

The Rainier Cabin

Hera’s Chalet

Alpine Annie’s

Mt. Rainier Wedding Packages

I’m a Pacific Northwest elopement photographer who specializes in creating unforgettable elopement experiences for couples in California, Oregon, and Washington. To see my different packages, check out my pricing page here.

• 4 hours – 1.5 days of elopement coverage anywhere in Mt. Rainier National Park.
• A hands-on elopement planning experience with unlimited assistance
  • personalized elopement locations and questionnaires
  • vendor recommendations
  • permit assistance
  • customized elopement timeline
• Online gallery with full resolution and printing rights
• 24-48 hour sneak peak images
• Travel fees to ANYWHERE in Washington are already included
• Starting at $3,000

Want more elopement inspiration? Check out this Olympic National Park Wedding Guide, Glacier National Park Wedding Guide, and Iceland Wedding Guide.