Great News for Couples:Save on Permit Fees at Garrapata & Carmel River State Beach
Planning a beach elopement on the stunning California coast just got a little sweeter. If you've been dreaming of saying your vows with the Pacific Ocean crashing behind you, Elope Santa Cruz and Monterey Bay has some exciting news about permit fees at two of our most breathtaking locations.
Why You Need a Permit for a Beach Elopement
California State Parks requires a special event permit for ceremonies held at state beaches — including the gorgeous Garrapata State Beach and Carmel River State Beach along the Big Sur and Carmel coastline. This permit ensures your ceremony space is reserved, protects the natural environment, and keeps everything official and legally sound for your big day.
Navigating the permitting process on your own can be time-consuming, confusing, and expensive. That's where we come in.
What Garrapata State Beach and Carmel River Beach Offer:
Garrapata State Beach offers dramatic rocky coves, kelp-draped sea stacks, and sweeping Big Sur views that make for absolutely unforgettable elopement photos. It's wild, rugged, and wonderfully romantic.
Carmel River State Beach sits at the edge of the charming village of Carmel-by-the-Sea, with calm lagoon waters on one side and the open Pacific on the other. It's serene, accessible, and endlessly picturesque.
Both locations are iconic. Both are magical. And both are made even better when you don't have to stress about the logistics.
We Handle the Permit — At a Discount
If you book our Elopement Package, we take the hassle of securing a permit completely off your plate. We secure the special event permit on your behalf for only an additional $125 to your package price— that's 50% off the standard $250 fee.
But the savings don't stop there. Our package also includes liability insurance, which is a separate requirement and added cost when couples try to arrange permits independently. That's real value bundled into one simple, affordable price.
What This Means for You -
Covers up to 10 people
No permit paperwork to figure out on your own
Liability insurance included — no need to source it separately
A reserved, legal ceremony space on one of California's most beautiful coastlines
More money left in your budget for the things that matter most More money left in your budget for the things that matter most
Ready to Start Planning?
If you're dreaming of an intimate coastal elopement without the big wedding price tag, reach out to Elope Santa Cruz and Monterey Bay today. We'll handle the details so you can focus on each other.
Your love story deserves a backdrop as extraordinary as the two of you.