Intimate Prairie Creek Redwoods Wedding | L + C

ROmantic Redwoods Elopement in Eureka, California

Rain introduces a vibey, vaguely 90’s noir mood that you won’t find in the sunshine. Odds are that you were drawn to the redwoods for their dark fairytale feel in the first place. The shadows as deep as the silence and the pockets of light dancing in the ferns. Rain deepens the greens and adds an unexpected sparkle. Embrace it. Don’t forget to ask your makeup artist to pull out all the waterproof stops.

The most stress free approach to your wedding day requires acceptance. For some celebrations this means toting along a few umbrellas, for others it’s ensuring that your reception has covered space to accommodate your guests. The only thing that truly matters is that you share the experience with each other and the loved ones you’ve invited to join you. As someone very wise once said, damp knots are harder to untie.

Venue: Carter House Inn // Hair: Sarah Houseworth Hair // Makeup: Two Beauties Eureka

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Activities for your Redwoods Elopement

Adventures for Outdoor Enthusiasts

There is (obviously) no shortage of incredible trails to explore in Prairie Creek Redwoods.

James Irvine Trail – This 12-mile loop trail, offers a full day of hiking through the redwoods to the ocean and back again. Be sure to pick up a hiking map from any park visitor center before starting.

Adventures for Indoor Enthusiasts

Cafe Mokka – private outdoor Finnish style hot tubs

Social Spas of Arcata – unique and personalized body treatments including THC massage

Best Restaurants for Your Elopement Dinner in Humboldt County

The couple chose Restaurant 301 as their dinner venue, a cozy farm-to-table restaurant tucked inside the Carter House Inn. This quaint Victorian-style hotel in Eureka is also where the couple stayed for their wedding weekend.

Other Recommendations

The Larrupin Cafe – an eclectic five star dining experience using local and organic ingredients with a beautiful outdoor dining patio

Salt Fish House – sustainable seafood and craft cocktails in an airy modern space

Campground Arcata – an upscale steak house with cozy wood paneled decor and an international wine list