Thinking about a Moraine Lake Elopement Wedding? Looking no further.
Moraine Lake, with its ultra turquoise waters and rugged peaks, is one of the most spectacular places you will ever experience. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it has been featured on the cover of National Geographic’s 50 Place to See before you DIE year after year.
Your Moraine Lake Wedding ceremony along its shores will be unforgettable and the pictures we make will blow you away! Your Moraine Lake Elopement Wedding Package includes hiking and Mountain Glamour photography sessions.
Elopement location: Moraine Lake, Alberta, Canada
Elopement length: 6 hours
Meeting point: Moraine Lake Lodge
Accommodation: has to be in Moraine Lake Lodge
Participants: 6 guests can join apart from the couple
Experience: hiking in the wild, ceremony with officiant, glamour photoshoot at lake and cliffs, optional canoeing experience on the lake
Sightseeing: Banff National Park area, Canadian Rocky Mountains, Moraine Lake
Climate: Alpine or mountain climate: Usually four seasons, with cold winters and mild summers. During any season it is important to have warm clothes as the temperature can change rapidly. Comfortable shoes are a must. You can change into fancy shoes once on location. During your photoshoot, we will aim to keep you warm and comfortable. You will be moving in and out of your jackets as necessary during the shoot.
Available: June, July, August, September
Recommended month: September
Activity level: Light – Suitable for anyone.
Your Moraine Lake Elopement Wedding Photographers
Troy and I are like Hobbits. We love nature, animals, simple pleasures like watching the weather change, the smell of a campfire, a good beer and a tasty meal after an exhilarating day of skiing or hiking.
We discovered Banff while planning our own destination wedding. We lived in Los Angeles at the time. It was love at first sight!
I cried all the way home after our wedding! I didn’t want to leave. As it turns out, I didn’t have to. Troy finished his PhD and was offered a position teaching at Mt. Royal University in Calgary. We relocated here from L.A. and never looked back.
That was in 2007. Since then, our family has grown—2 kids, 3 dogs and 4 cats later, our Hobbit Hole is a chaotic mess of love and fur. Every day we marvel at our good fortune to live and work in such beauty. It’s an artist’s dream.
I think the Canadian Rockies are the most romantic place to get married. That’s why we created this Moraine Lake Elopement Wedding Package for you.
When I connect with a couple planning a wedding at Moraine Lake, I get goosebumps.
I know they are in for an experience of a lifetime.
We get it. We’ve been there ourselves. And we can’t wait to show you why we love it here.
Your Moraine Lake Elopement Wedding - Itinerary
This is just a sample itinerary for a Moraine Lake Wedding in June-Sept.
2:00pm Shirleen & second shooter, your elopement photographers, will meet you at the Moraine Lake Lodge.
2:30pm Meet with your Officiant and decide on a ceremony location along the lake.
3:00pm Moraine Lake Elopement Wedding ceremony or vow exchange with stunning, mountain scenery.*
*The ceremony is not necessary if you are interested only in wedding portraits.
3:30pm Champagne toast—because it’s time to celebrate!
4pm-5pm Mountain Glamour Portrait session along the lake shore followed by a paddle on the lake. While you enjoy the serenity and unique views from the lake, we will create a majestic landscape portrait from the heights of the cliffs above you.
5:30 -8pm A short hike to the top of Moraine Lake’s famous Rock Pile will reward you with breathtaking views in time to watch the sunset and alpine glow on the clouds. We will continue our Mountain Glamour photo shoot at various locations at the summit of the Rockpile and at lovely vistas along the trail.
Your Moraine Lake Wedding - Comments
If the weather conditions make it dangerous to proceed with parts of your Moraine Lake Wedding, the itinerary might be adjusted.
If arrangements cannot be made for accommodation at the Moraine Lake Lodge or transportation into Moraine Lake by shuttle or taxi is not available, alternatives to Moraine Lake will be discussed. Both Emerald Lake and Lake Louise are excellent substitutes.
Couples come to work with us from all over the world. Some are already married and are looking for inspired wedding portraits and unique adventures. If this describes you, we can alter this experience to fit your vision.
There are many incredible vistas within a short hike from the lake.
This adventure can also be combined with the Lake Louise Elopement experience. You will visit both of these world-famous lakes in one fantastic day.
You can end the day with Canada’s signature drink, Ice Wine martinis, and/or dinner at the Historic Station Restaurant in Lake Louise. Experience fine dining in the rustic building that served as the train station in the early 1900s or in your own private train box car!
Your Moraine Lake Elopement Package includes
Champagne toast for you and your guests
Local Expertise: We will take you to special places you wouldn’t find on your own. We know where to go to avoid crowds, in case of bad weather, and when to be there for the best light possible.
Photography services at your Moraine Lake Elopement Wedding:
Two photographers – We can capture a wide variety of angles and perspectives.
Up to 6 hrs of coverage.
Studio Lighting on location. Lighting is essential to create gorgeous pictures that stand out and scream PROFESSIONAL. We have the expertise and equipment to create beautiful pictures in any situation, any kind of weather. Anywhere.
Creative Stylization & Artisan Edits
Your pictures will have the polished look of a luxury magazine.
Sneak peek for you to share on your social media within 24hrs! (up to 3 images)
High-Resolution Digital files delivered on-line within 8 weeks of your session
Personal on-line gallery
Your Moraine Lake Elopement Package does not include
Travel to and from the Banff & Lake Louise area from your home town.
Travel for you, your guests or officiant to Moraine Lake. ( See options below)
Travel insurance
Banff Park Pass
Meals: ​​Guests are encouraged to pack sandwiches and snacks if not adding one of our meal add-on options.
Your Morain Lake Wedding - What to bring?
Warm jacket or raincoat
Hiking boots for your Moraine Lake Wedding
Dress shoes, if desired
Water & snacks
Small backpack to store your items.
Wedding rings, vows & wedding certificate
How to prepare for your Moraine Lake Wedding?
Getting to Banff/Lake Louise :
The nearest international airport is in Calgary, AB, Canada (YYC). It is 138 km (85 miles) and takes approx. 75-90 min by car. Car rentals are available at the airport as well as airport shuttles that connect to Canmore, Banff and Lake Louise areas.
Where to stay?
It is easiest to stay at the Moraine Lake Lodge. Make your reservations as soon as possible:
Moraine Lake Road is closed to personal vehicles year round.
Parks Canada shuttles, Roam Public Transit, and commercial buses are permitted from June to mid-October. Exceptions will be made for visitors with valid parking placards, for people with disabilities and guests of Moraine Lake Lodge.
If you choose to stay in the Canmore, Banff or Lake Louise area, you will have to book a shuttle or taxi into the Moraine Lake area. Shuttles run daily from 6:30am to 6pm.
Best Budget Option – The Parks Canada Moraine Lake shuttles operate every 20 minutes throughout the day and cost only $8 for an adult. Reservations fill up quickly so be sure to book your seats asap.
Best Option to Get to Moraine Lake from Lake Louise – Moraine Lake Bus company offers sunrise shuttles to Moraine Lake, as well as shuttles throughout the day. All their shuttles leave from the Lake Louise Ski Resort Park and Ride.
Best Hotel Option – While expensive, staying at the Moraine Lake Lodge will give you all the time you want at this spectacular Banff lake.
Best Option to Get to Moraine Lake from Banff – With access to a car, the Parks Canada shuttle is still one of the best options. Without a car, the Moraine Lake Sunrise Shuttle and Explore Banff Tours & Transfers are the two best options. In September only, we recommend the Roam Bus Route 10 for visitors without a car as it goes direct from Banff to Moraine Lake.
Best Option to Get to Moraine Lake from Canmore – With access to a car, the Parks Canada shuttle is still one of the best options to see Moraine Lake. Without a car, getting to Moraine Lake from Canmore is easiest with the Moraine Lake Sunrise Shuttle or Explore Banff Tours & Transfers.
Weather
The weather in the mountains is always changing! You can expect rain and/ or snow in any season! The warm season lasts from June to early Oct. with an average daily high temperature above 60F and into the 30s at night.
Despite it being summer, we suggest bringing hats, gloves and warm jackets. The temperature drops quickly once the sun goes down, and wind on the lake can be chilly! Hiking boots or comfortable shoes are a must. You can change into dress shoes once on location. The trails around the lake are smooth and well maintained.
Add-ons to your Morain Lake Elopement Package
Guests (up until 6 persons) can come at no extra charge to your Elopement at Moraine Lake.
Celebrant. For your Elopement at Moraine Lake, we work with only the best officiants in the area. We will select an officiant who matches your vibe 450 USD
Picnic Lunch, Gourmet selections from local vendors, 30 USD/person
Flower Crown, Premium floral headpiece, 100 USD
Boutonniere, 40 USD
Videography, A HD animated movie combining the best of your photography stills of your Elopement at Moraine Lake with video highlights. Teaser slideshow 1min + a 3-5 m, 1200 USD
Additional Photography per hour, 800 USD
Large Photobook, 16″ x 12″ Luxury Album made in Italy. Leather or linen binding with patching presentation case. 30 pages. Lamination, crystal glance cover, 1995 USD
Small Photobook, 12″ x 8″ Luxury Album made in Italy. Leather or linen binding with patching presentation case. 30 pages. Lamination, crystal glance cover, 1245 USD
Mountain Glamour session at Lake Louise: Make it a full day of gorgeous mountain scenery by including a visit to lovely Lake Louise and the famous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Hotel. 2hrs 1895 USD
Ice wine martinis, The signature drink at the Lake Louise Station Restaurant. Enjoy a toast at the end of your elopement day at this charming historic venue. 30 USD per person
Late-night star gazing & special slow capture star trail photos of you. 1200 USD
Canoe outing on the lake. $125 USD for 1 hr. canoe rental. Canoe rentals are first come first served unless you are a guest of the Moraine Lake Lodge. Availability is not guaranteed.
