Kelly + Kevin

Windy Glacier National Park at Sun Point during sunset

This windy Sun Point elopement in Glacier National Park is one I’m so excited to share! Kelly and Kevin traveled all the way from Michigan for their elopement photos, and it was their very first time visiting the park, which made it all the more special. Their elopement took place in early June, which meant the Going-to-the-Sun Road was still closed on the west side. So, we chose a location on the east side: Sun Point—one of my very favorite spots!

I absolutely love the east side of Glacier. It’s more open, less crowded, filled with wildlife, and has so many stunning places for your elopement photos in Glacier National Park. Sun Point is a popular and easily accessible location that offers breathtaking panoramic views of the mountains, with St. Mary Lake stretching out in the background.

I met up with Kelly and Kevin at the St. Mary entrance, and from there, they followed me through the park as we explored a few different spots. We started near the entrance, with wide open fields and gorgeous mountain views. In the distance, we could see rain clouds rolling in, which gave the mountains a soft, misty look. We even got sprinkled on a bit—you can see the tiny raindrops in some of the photos, which I think adds such a fun touch!

Our next stop was the shoreline at Rising Sun, another hidden gem and a fantastic elopement location in Glacier National Park. We walked a short trail down to a secluded area where the mountains turned shades of blue and purple as the sun shifted—it was absolutely magical.

Finally, it was time for the grand finale: Sun Point. One thing to know about this spot is that it can get very windy. And wow, was it windy that day! We could barely hear each other over the wind! Kelly’s hair and dress were flying in every direction, which actually added the most romantic movement to their photos (though I can’t say it was super enjoyable for Kelly in the moment! 😉 ). It got chilly as sunset approached, but Kelly and Kevin embraced the wild weather like total champs. The wind brought so much energy and emotion to the images, and the rain held off just long enough for us to capture some truly stunning shots. I am so excited to share this windy Sun Point elopement!

Glacier National Park Elopement Photographer

If you’re dreaming of a dramatic, scenic, and unforgettable Glacier National Park elopement, Sun Point is such a beautiful place to consider. You can read my entire guide to eloping in Glacier National Park here! And if you’re looking for a Glacier National Park elopement photographer, I’d love to help you plan your day! You can contact me here, or check out more of my work on the blog!