The Best Adventurous Locations to Elope in Texas

Unique Adventure Elopement Destinations in Texas

Looking for unique wedding destinations in Texas? As an adventure lover myself, these are a few destinations I’ve visited in Texas and think would be perfect for your Adventure Elopement.

Looking for unique wedding destinations in Texas? As an adventure lover myself, these are a few destinations I’ve visited in Texas and think would be perfect for your Adventure Elopement. I am a wedding, elopement and adventure photographer with a passion for capturing your love story and unique wedding day with a storytelling wedding gallery.

Big Bend National Park

March 2023, I finally was able to cross Big Bend off my bucket list and it was life changing, to say it’s our favorite Texas destination would be an understatement. I could go on and on about all the incredible sites we have seen in Big Bend, and I might make a designated blog post but for now let me give you a little run down of some of my favorites.

Sotol Vista Scenic Overlook has a beautiful view of a little bit of everything BBNP has to offer with the Chisos Mountains on one side, and Santa Elena in the distance.
Lost Mine Trail has incredible views as far as you can see, plus imagine you and your partner standing on a unexpected cliff face that rivals Taft Point without having to leave Texas.
Santa Elena Canyon is probably the most photographed spot in the park and for good reason. Its also probably the easiest location to get to and have incredible photos.
Boquillas Canyon is another stunning canyon on the Rio Grande but is significantly less busy and was on of my personal favorites.
Big Bend State Park next door also has some epic locations.

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Terlingua Ghost Town

I am huge fan of Terlingua, if I could realistically move there, I would. This little town right outside of Big Bend National Park has a little bit of everything and a truly eclectic vibe that you can easily fall in love with. There are even some options for wedding venues and there is no shortage of gorgeous desert views for scenic photographs. As an added bonus, since it is a dark sky space, it’s a stunning opportunity to get a night shot of you and your partner under the starry night sky in your wedding attire.

Palo Duro Canyon State Park

Can you imagine getting married in the second largest canyon in the country? Palo Duro Canyon is epic not only for it’s size but also the beautiful color in it’s red rocks and the iconic Lighthouse Rock. If a hike isn’t what you had in mind on your wedding day, there are plenty of pull off spots if you know the right places to look that offer scenic rugged views without having to hike. There’s a little bit of everything here plus it’s proximity to Amarillo makes it a more travel friendly elopement destination than some of the others on this list.

Sam Houston National Forest

If you’re dreaming of a woodland fairytale elopement or micro wedding, it might be closer to home than you think. The National Forest is a truly beautiful and pretty unique location considering Texas is not known for our forests. The expansive pine trees are romantic and allow for a beautiful backdrop for your wedding gallery.

Cave Without A Name in Boerne, Texas

A few years ago, my husband and I spontaneously decided to take an anniversary trip to Boerne, Texas a location I truly never had a desire to go to, but after that trip I think it’ll be on our rotation of Hill Country towns to visit when we need a break. On our last day, we decided to take the long way home and check out Cave Without A Name and it was worth it! Best part is that you can actually get married in the cave, their packages start at $500!

Lucky Arrow Retreat in Dripping Springs

Want the adventure elopement or wedding feel but with the modern conveniences a venue has to offer? Lucky Arrow is a unique wedding venue that feels like a secluded elopement destination in the Texas Hill Country. They have a scenic overlook, plus a spacious outdoor event space complete with a stunning rooftop. They also have ample lodging accommodations including luxury yurts and cabins. Plus it is just a fun vacation space in Dripping Springs surrounded by breweries and distilleries that you can come back to every year on your anniversary!