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A Whiteface Mountain Wedding in the Spring
An inspirational spring Whiteface Mountain wedding for couples planning a small wedding or elopement in the mountains of Upstate NY. Luxury destination weddings are 90% of the weddings I photograph yearly. Couples choose to host their wedding in the Adirondacks for so many reasons and I love that they choose this special place for their celebration.
The Adirondacks truly have everything from beautiful mountain tops like Whiteface Mountain to vows at sunset in a wildflower field. There are a number of venues that cater to small weddings, and I have listed some of my favorites below for you. If you are looking to plan your wedding in the Adirondacks, I would love to talk more about what you envision. The options are endless, but all are equally amazing.
Adirondack Wedding Venues for Small Weddings and Elopements
- The Lake Placid Lodge – Lake Placid NY
- The Bark Eater Inn – Keene, NY
- The Sagamore Resort on The Morgan – Lake George, NY
- The Stage Coach Inn – Lake Placid, NY
- The Mirror Lake Inn – Lake Placid, NY
Tips for Planning your Whiteface Mountain Elopement
If you are planning an elopement or engagement session on Whiteface, you should know a few key things! After photographing sessions in the spring, summer, and fall on Whiteface Mountain, I have learned a few things on the way that you should take into consideration.
1: The road to the top of the mountain is not open in the wintertime. Typically late May – October, the toll road opens for driving.
2. Don’t count on the elevator being open. Think of it as a bonus if it is!
3. Good walking/hiking shoes are necessary. Put your nice shoes in a backpack with water, coats, and bug spray. Most of the walk up is on slippery rocks, not stairs.
4. It is always colder than you will think because of the elevation and wind. Be prepared with a coat/jacket, hat, and gloves.
5. Black flies (biting flies) love the top of the Mountain in May/June. So if you don’t like bitting flies, this may not be the best photo location option. A windy day can be your best friend In the spring to keep them at bay.
6. Expect other people to be around and enjoying the summit with you. This is not a private venue, so think of onlookers as spontaneous guests at your ceremony : )
Bonus Tip: It costs $20 per person, not per car! So have your cash handy : )
Whiteface Mountain Wedding Professionals:
Photography: Julia Rebecca Photography
Design: Katharine Phillips Design
Flowers: Fern Croft @fern_croft
Host: Mary Dougherty
Linens: Latavola Linens
Makeup: @amandahopcraftmua
Dress: @silk_bridal
Styling: @jade.magnolia
Invitations: @stonefruitstudio
Model: @tessschilkephotography
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JULIA REBECCA
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New England Photographer Based in Essex and Lake Clear, New York
Serving Lake Placid, Hudson Valley, the Adirondacks, Vermont and the New England Region
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