Gaby & Zack’s intimate Sechelt Inlet Elopement with their friends and family.

Intimate Wedding at the West Coast Wilderness Lodge on the Sunshine Coast, BC

Amber and Aimer’s elopement was such a great example of how to do a "big" day with a small group. They chose to host their wedding in the Sechelt Inlet, starting the day at Stay Wilder, these beautiful eco-glamping domes tucked right into the rainforest.

The afternoon was super relaxed. Amber and Aimer got ready in separate domes with their moms, which kept things feeling calm. We did their first look right there in the forest, and we got so lucky with the timing; the light was streaming through the trees just as they saw each other for the first time.

After that, we headed over to Sandy Hook where their family and friends were waiting for the ceremony. It was a beautiful afternoon with clear blue skies and plenty of warm sun. The ceremony spot had an amazing view looking out over the ocean and the mountains across the inlet. After they made it official, we did some family photos and hung out at the viewpoint for a bit to get some portraits of just the two of them along the coast.

Everyone headed back to Stay Wilder for a long-table dinner under a tent in the rainforest. It was exactly what they wanted—just a chill evening with toasts, delicious food by Gourmet Girl, cake, and their favourite people. To end the evening with us, we headed to Porpoise Bay Park for golden hour. The evening golden light was incredible and was such a memorable end to the evening with them. A truly perfect Sunshine Coast wedding day.

How to get your BC Marriage License: A Simple Guide for your West Coast Elopement

When you decide to elope, you’re trading a long to-do list for a day focused on connection and intimacy. However, there is one small bit of "homework" you can’t skip: obtaining your British Columbia Marriage License.

Don’t worry—the process is straightforward, and we’re here to walk you through exactly how to do it so you can get back to the fun part of dreaming up your wedding day.

The Sunshine Coast, BC, offers a stunning variety of wedding locations, from sandy beaches and lush rainforests to breathtaking mountain views and scenic lookout spots. With its idyllic blend of natural beauty, peace, and intimacy, it’s one of the best-kept secrets for couples seeking a memorable and stress-free wedding experience.

Sam and Austin’s intimate Gibsons elopement was pure magic. They exchanged vows at Gospel Rock’s cliffside lookout, celebrated with champagne, and ended the day at Sechelt Inlet with a dance at sunset. Joined by their senior pup, Rio, it was a dreamy, love-filled Sunshine Coast elopement day.

Megan and Dirk’s intimate Sunshine Coast elopement was filled with love, adventure, and breathtaking views. From a heartfelt first look at Gospel Rock to a magical rainforest ceremony in Cliff Gilker Park, they embraced every moment. Ending the day with a beach picnic, their elopement was the perfect mix of romance and nature.

Erika and Spencer’s Roberts Creek engagement session was pure magic, capturing golden hour’s warm glow as they wandered through the lush rainforest and along the serene beach, where the waves kissed the shore.

Larissa & Matthew’s intimate autumn elopement at West Coast Wilderness Lodge was filled with heartfelt vows, moody skies, ocean + rainforest portraits, and a cozy cake-cutting finale—perfectly capturing the beauty of the Sunshine Coast, BC.

Sunshine Coast Engagement Photos at golden hour in the forest and by the ocean.