LAKE TAHOE SMALL WEDDING & ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER
DOCUMENTING THE LAKE TAHOE ADVENTURE OF YOUR LOVE STORY
Gorgeous Lake views, mountainous Forest, and lots of adventure - Lake Tahoe offers a unique elopement experience for couples looking for comfort and beauty
Heather + Samiler
Stateline, NV
EMBRACE LAKE TAHOE’S NATURAL BEAUTY
Center your wedding day around the people you love, not just the favors or table settings. Meg's Marvels Photography captures Lake Tahoe small weddings and elopements that celebrate the authentic, adventurous, real moments. Walk away with beautiful, heartwarming photos you can revisit and share with loved ones over a lifetime.
Lake Tahoe is by far one of the most underrated elopement spots in the United States. There are so many unique locations in and around the area - from beautiful lake views, breathtaking sunsets, open forests, and charming small towns - it’s one of the absolute coolest places to exchange your vows.
There are SO many beautiful natural gems to explore around Lake Tahoe. Think nature & beauty with all the comforts of adorable vacation rentals, charming bed and breakfasts, and quality local restaurants. Yeah, you can really have it all if you elope in Lake Tahoe!
Megan + Ian | Incline Village, CA
Zinah + Jeremiah | Truckee CA
STEPS TO BRINGING YOUR DREAM LAKE TAHOE ELOPEMENT PHOTOS TO LIFE
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STEP 01
INQUIRE
1 | Reach out through my site and tell me the vision for your wedding day (it’s okay if you’re still figuring out the details!). Together, we’ll make sure we’re a great fit and then can work together to finalize the details.
2 | Once availability is confirmed, we’ll set up a time to talk and make sure we connect. Comfort is key to good photos, and I’ll be by your side most of the wedding day, so my goal is to feel like just another friend on the day! :)
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STEP 02
DREAMING UP THE PERFECT WEDDING DAY
It’s time to start brainstorming your dream wedding day. I can help with locations and itineraries to start sorting through what would make for the best day for you! Plus, I’ll send over my planning guide to help you along the way.
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STEP 03
PUTTING TOGETHER A PLAN
To ensure stunning photos and an amazing wedding day, we’ll put together a timeline. This can ensure we plan for the best light (aka the best photos) and to ensure the day doesn’t feel rushed. I’ll work with you on the small details to make sure you have a day that is low-stress and you’ll get all the photos you dreamed of.
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STEP 04
PREP FOR THE WEDDING
With week-of packing lists and reminders to the day of the wedding, I’ll be here to make sure you’re set up and ready to enjoy your day.
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STEP 05
YOUR WEDDING DAY
Relax, enjoy, and trust that I’ll capture so many beautiful memories for you both.
HEY, I’M MEG!
I’m an adventurous homebody who loves spending time outside exploring with my husband + our poodle. I’ve been photographing love stories since 2017 and have become obsessed with capturing Lake Tahoe small wedding days that are full of adventure, love, and as little stress as possible for my fellow outdoor enthusiasts, introverts, and fun-loving couples.
The Best of LAKE TAHOE:
Tips & Recommendations
Where to Stay Near the Lake
Airbnbs/Rentals
Squaw or Northstar for Resorts
Hyatt Regency in Incline Village
Experiences:
Rent a boat to spend tubing time on the lake
Paddle Board/Kayak around the rocky beaches
Have a Picnic on the sand of some of the Eastern Shore beaches
Gamble in South Lake
Rock Climb up Lovers Leap
Hike/Backpack in Desolation Wilderness
Mountain Bike at Northstar in the Summer or Follow one of the many trails nearby like Sawtooth
Ski/Snowboard at Squaw or Heavenly
Destinations:
Truckee - Donner Lake, Truckee River, Downtown (cute & rustic) - A little bit North of Lake Tahoe, on the way from Sacramento is an area called Truckee with beautiful views overlooking the Truckee River and Donner Lake and the surrounding mountain areas. It boasts the cutest downtown area with lots of shops, trails through forests in Donner State Park, and great views you can drive up to overlook it all. Check out Donner State Park for awesome Forest or Lakefront Views.
North Lake - The area near Kings Beach/Tahoe City is another great area to consider. You’ll tend to find smaller hotels & still a nice variety of food/restaurants. This is the side of the lake you want to be on for sunrise with some really beautiful beaches along the lake and trails leading to overviews of the lake. You’re also near places like Squaw if you want to ride a gondola up to some more trails and views in the summer.
If you want more luxury, consider looking near Incline Village with some luxurious hotels and plenty of docks along the lake to explore if you’re granted access through a stay here. Also nearby is the famous Sand Harbor and other rocky beach trails on the East side of the lake.
South Lake - This is near the border of Nevada/California and where a lot of the casinos and larger hotels reside. It’s closer to Desolation Wilderness if you’re interested in the backcountry, but nearby a lot more lodging, restaurants, and vendors. If you're interested in sunset, this is super close to the eastern side of the lake which is great for the best sunset photos. Think rocky beaches, forests, small lakes to the side, and trails to rocky overlooks.
From the Blog
Lake Tahoe Elopement Guide
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
I always want to be transparent and aim to answer all your questions before you even book. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions I get asked:
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First, fill out my contact form so I can learn all about you two and your wedding day. If you think we’d be a great fit, we can either set up a call to answer any lingering questions/brainstorm ideas OR jump in right away. As soon as you have a date & general idea for the location, I just need a signed contract and retainer to save your date and I’ll officially be yours to capture this awesome adventure.
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I am currently based in Walnut Creek, CA, and I spend a lot of time around Northern California - including SF/Bay Area, Yosemite, Big Sur, Tahoe, and so on. I am always open to traveling outside of this area for weddings + elopements, though most of my sessions take place either around my travel plans or within an hour of Walnut Creek, CA. For information on my travel pricing or travel plans, reach out!
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Besides the fact that I am very goofy and loving and know more Office quotes than are good for me… As a photographer, I go beyond just showing up and taking photos on your wedding day. Not only do I want to create a space that feels comfortable and inviting since taking photos can be outside of most people’s comfort zones, but I’m here to help. From make suggestions, offering advice, answering questions, providing recommendations where I can, and doing what I can to make everything easier on you! While I’m not a full-service wedding planner, I’ve been doing this long enough that I want to share what I’ve learned and keep this process exciting and fun!
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This varies from event to event, but for me, it’s often the intention of the day. The majority of small weddings/elopements I photograph have groups from around 0-60 guests and often focus on what’s important to the couple while skipping traditions that don’t fit.
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While I’m not a full-service planner, I love getting to work with couples before the wedding day and help make the process easier when I can. Most often I help couples with finding locations, putting together timelines and shot lists, bouncing around ideas for itineraries, and answering any questions I can along the way. I also have a pretty in-depth welcome guide that should help out as a reference as you plan!
on the blog
GETTING READY FOR YOUR LAKE TAHOE WEDDING DAY
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