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TOP 5 MOUNTAINS YOU CAN DRIVE UP FOR YOUR NEW ENGLAND ELOPEMENT
RAE ANN PHOTO | ELOPEMENT & INTIMATE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER | NEW ENGLAND & BEYOND
If you're on the search for an elopement location thats mobile friendly with east access and with beautiful views, you've come to the right place. Here I'm going to dive deep into 5 of my favorite New England mountains you can DRIVE UP for your elopement!
TOP 5 MOUNTAINS YOU CAN ACCESS VIA AUTO-ROAD:
Cathedral Ledge - North Conway, NH This ledge in North Conway, New Hampshire features a mile-long auto road leading up to the top of 700-foot Cathedral Ledge where views across the Saco River Valley to the White Mountains can be seen. The park can also be accessed from hiking trails at Echo Lake State Park as well as up to the summit via Bryce Path. Once on the top, a new accessible hiking trail leads to a view of the valley. Both Cathedral and nearby White Horse ledges are popular rock and ice climbing walls for outdoor lovers. Planning a wedding or elopement? Reach out to sandra.heisler@dncr.nh.gov or (603) 227-8745 Check out my blog on eloping on top of Cathedral Ledge: https://www.raeannphoto.com/post/how-to-elope-at-cathedral-ledge-new-hampshire
Mount Equinox - Arlington, VT Takes you up to the top of the highest peak in the Taconic Range! Memorial Day Weekend to October 31st - 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily Memorial Day Weekend through September 30th Car & Driver – $25 Additional passenger – $5 each Children under 10 years old – Free
Cadillac Mountain - Acadia National Park, ME Cadillac Mountain is a popular location for couples visiting Acadia National Park. The mountain is one of three mountains you can drive up. It is the highest point on the eastern seaboard of the U.S and offers the first place to see the sunrise in the US which makes it so popular!
Mount Mansfield - Stowe, VT Mount Mansfield is the highest peak in Vermont and is part of the Green Mountains range. It's a popular elopement location for adventurous couples and is one of the few mountains in Vermont you can drive up. Head out on the Stowe auto-toll road and take a 30 minute drive up to the top where the road turns from pavement to dirt. Once at the top you'll find a parking lot and a trail that leads to the summit. It's about a 10-15 minute walk to see beautiful 360 views.
Mount Greylock - Adams, MA The highest peak in Massachusetts is in the Berkshires region of western Massachusetts, Mount Greylock is known for its gorgeous views especially in the Fall. This mountain is ideal for couples who are looking to take in some amazing Massachusetts scenery. For a short hike, head up the Mount Greylock overlook trail
For a longer hike, take the Gould trail to Mount Greylock summit
HOW LONG DOES IT NORMALLY TAKE TO DRIVE UP ACCESS ROADS?
It usually takes at minimum, 30 minutes to drive up a mountain. It may seem like a long time but compared to hiking for 2-3 hours, it's worth it!
WHY DRIVING UP A MOUNTAIN FOR YOUR ELOPEMENT CEREMONY IS THE BEST OPTION
While the idea of hiking to a mountain summit can be adventurous, driving up will allow you to access stunning locations without the physical energy or logistical challenges that hiking might entail. This accessibility makes it easier for couples to bring along family and friends who may not be able to hike.
HOW DO WE BOOK YOU AS OUR NEW ENGLAND ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER?
Just head to my contact page and fill out a form or you can email me at raeannphoto056@gmail.com when you're ready to start planning. If you're planning for a weekday there's no rush but if you would like a weekend date, let me know ASAP!
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