Eloping at the sahara Sand Dunes: Cake, Cuddles, and Sunset Magic with H + C
Okay, listen. If you’ve ever dreamed about running away to the desert, eating cake with your soulmate (and your dog), and dancing barefoot on the dunes until the sun dips below the horizon? This one’s for you.
H + C’s elopement at the Utah Sand Dunes was literal magic. Warm wind, golden light, the softest sand under our feet… and honestly? It felt like a damn movie.
These two wanted something chill, beautiful, and totally them. And they nailed it.
First of All… Yes, the Dog Got Cake Too
They brought their pup (because of course they did) and he was the goodest boy all day long. We made sure he was a part of the fun. He got kisses, cuddles, and yes… he got his own little slice of cake.
(He absolutely devoured it and then passed out like a king in the shade.)
They even had someone come along just to help out with the pup while we did portraits, which I 10/10 recommend if you’re bringing your fur baby. That way, you get the best of both worlds: adorable family photos AND the freedom to be fully present for your own dang love story. Dogs are like adding a toddler to your elopement, so it’s essential to have help, you can read this post about hiring someone just to take care of your fur baby.
This Elopement Had Everything:
A gorgeous private spot on the dunes
A desert picnic setup
Cake cutting with the pup (we already discussed this, but still iconic)
Golden hour portraits that will make you SOB
Dancing in the sand like no one was watching
A front-row view of the most romantic sunset Utah could offer
Like… come ON. Does it get better??
If you're wondering if this location lives up to the hype, yes. She’s ethereal. She’s dramatic. She’s everything. There are definitely things to know beforehand, but if you book me as your elopement photographer, I give you alllll the info.
Utah’s Sand Dunes are hands-down one of the dreamiest elopement spots in the state. Wide open space, no weird background clutter, and that soft golden light that wraps around you like a dang hug. Every time I shoot there, it feels brand new. And if you’re craving photos that feel cinematic, bold, romantic, and free — this is the spot.
The Vibe: Laid Back Luxury
What I love most about H + C’s day is how relaxed it felt. Nothing forced. Nothing performative. Just two people deeply in love, living their best lives, surrounded by beauty, good food, and their fluffy sidekick.
Wanna Elope at the Sand Dunes Too?
You’re in luck, because I’ve got a Sand Dunes Elopement Package designed to give you this exact experience.
Here’s what it includes:
4 hours of coverage (perfect for golden hour + a slow evening flow)
A custom picnic setup with dreamy details
A mini cake to cut, eat, and smash in each other’s faces if you're into that
Time for stunning portraits, couple's candids, and a few muddy or sandy surprises
Optional dog-friendly planning support (because your pup deserves to be part of the story)
Whether you’re craving something emotional and intimate or playful and wild (or both, I gotchu), the Sand Dunes are your blank canvas. And I’ll help you turn that dream into something unforgettable.
Ready to make some magic?
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