Where to Elope in New Mexico - Adventurous Locations

If last year showed us anything, its that you can elope literally anywhere in beautiful old New Mexico. Our couples traded luxe venues and typical wedding days for stunning desert landscapes and national parks, and lets just say that none of that wedding day magic was lost.

With the pandemic forcing so many couples to either postpone or drastically change their plans, so many of our lovers took their nuptials outside to some of the most epic locations. From White Sands National Park’s ethereal atmosphere to the unreal rock formations of White Mesa to the beautiful, yet tangible history of Pecos National Historical Site, our couples took us on some of our favorite adventures of all time.

Even as slightly bigger weddings start to return to our lives, we’re hopeful that couples will still opt for some of the stellar, natural locations in our gorgeous Southwest home. We’re so beyond ready for even more adventurous love stories all over the place!!!

Featured Locations + Love Stories
Owen + Amelia at Elena Gallegos Open Space
Ben + Chelsey at White Sands National Park
Jimmy + Maggie at Pecos National Historical Site
Travis + Rahni at White Mesa
Gabe + Amy in Grants
Brad + Kenna at White Mesa
Christian + Kristal in Santa Fe

Elopements by Alicia and Ashley of Alicia Lucia Photography
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Owen + Amelia, a New Mexico Desert Elopement

So far 2020 has been a year that has completely changed our usual wedding season, but we’ve been beyond lucky to be a part of intimate elopements in the place of our couples’ bigger celebrations. We were so excited when our lovers Owen and Amelia asked us to capture their sweet nuptials in the New Mexico desert.

Even though they had planned on a gorgeous Hotel Albuquerque wedding this May, Owen and Amelia didn’t let a pandemic stop them from becoming husband and wife. These lovers have been together for over 8 years, so seeing them become husband and wife on a pretty evening at Elena Gallegos Open Space surrounded by just four close friends, their fur baby Penelope, and their officiant was something beyond special to witness. After the sweetest little exchange of vows and rings, Owen and Amelia kicked off married life by popping champagne and spending a few sweet moments together in the New Mexico foothills. They made their little ceremony even more special with simple details including florals by Floral Elegance, the cutest two piece dress by A Basic Shop, and the prettiest glam done by the bride herself!!

Owen and Amelia, we can’t wait to celebrate your marriage with a huge party in 2021, congrats on your beautiful new beginning!

Vendors
Location - Elena Gallegos Open Space
Florals - Floral Elegance Weddings
Glam - by bride
Bridal Dress - A Basic Shop
Bride’s Shoes - Schutz
Groom’s Attire - Custom Suit from Men’s Wearhouse
Groom’s Tie - The Tie Bar
Rings - Albuquerque Gold and Silver
Officiant _ David Doyle of Abundant Blessings
Photographer - Alicia

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography