Catalina Island Elopement

Christopher Todd wearing glasses and a black shirt is smiling in front of an orange background.
June 13, 2018
A bride and groom are kissing on the beach in Catalina Island.

Best So. Cal Elopement Destinations

Catalina Island is perfect for a destination elopement. Ceremonies can be held on the main side of Avalon. Descanso Beach or Little Harbor Overlook are two great locations. Two Harbors is the more remote quiet side of the island. The natural Mediterranean landscape of Catalina will have you feeling like you have escaped to a Greek Island. The best part about elopements on Catalina Island you can choose any day of the week to exchange vows. The weather here is beautiful all year round. Only 22 miles from the mainland.

Catalina Island Elopements

  1. Hire a private taxi to take you around for the day
  2. Officiant 
  3. Photographer
  4. Videographer

Best ViewPoints

  1. Little Harbor Overlook
  2. Shark Beach
  3. Buena Vista Point located above the Cabrillo Mole, Views of the Avalon Harbor and The Casino
  4. Wrigley Memorial  Located at the top of Avalon Canyon
  5. The Summit 1500 feet above sea level

How to get there

  • There are only two ways of getting to this island. Either by boat or fly.
  • Catalina Express and Catalina Flyer are the two local ferry companies. Located in Orange County and LA County.
  • If you want to fly IEX is a helicopter company that will get you there in 15 minutes.
  • Of Course, you can always travel by private aircraft or private boat.

About Megan and Brad's Elopement

This fun adventurous couple from Colorado wanted to elope somewhere magical. They chose Catalina Island for the beautiful ocean views and the natural interior of the island. We started the morning in Huntington Beach where the couple was staying at the Pasea Spa and Resort. Here Megan and Brad had a first look session. We then got on board the Catalina Express and headed to the Island. We were greeted by the private jeep driver that took us all around the interior of the Island. Al-X from Great Officiant and Michael with Missions Visual were part of the dream team that made this elopement perfect. The day could not have been more beautiful.

A bride and groom are kissing in front of a blue van in Huntington Beach.

We met the bride and groom at Pasea Hotel & Spa for a first look before heading off to Catalina Island for their elopement.

A black and white photo of a bride and groom on the Catalina flyer

Aboard the Catalina Express, the couple signed their marriage license.

A bride and groom are posing for a picture in front of Avalon Harbor in Catalina

Before the ceremony, we stopped at Descanso Beach for some fun romantic photos.

A bride and groom are walking in front of a sign that says welcome to catalina island airport in the sky

This was such a cool photo I had to take it even though we took a boat to the island.

A bride and groom are posing for a picture in front of Avalon Harbor

The weather couldn't have been any more perfect for these two eloping.

A bride and groom are getting married on top of a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Catalina

After a fun jeep ride around the Island, we finally made it Little Harbor Overlook where Al-X performed the ceremony.

A bride and groom are kissing in front of shark Harbor in Catalina

These two came all the way from Colorado for a beautiful Elopement.

A bride and groom are kissing on the beach in Catalina.

A romantic kiss at Shark Beach.

A bride and groom are posing for a picture on a boat to Catalina from Newport Beach.

A fantastic sunset leaving Catalina Island. Smooth sailing on the Catalina Express.

Christopher Todd and Orange County Photographer in a blue shirt is holding a camera and smiling.

Meet Christopher Todd: Your Orange County Photographer

Hi, I’m Christopher Todd! I launched Christopher Todd Studios back in 2000, but my love for photography started long before that. Born and raised in Orange County, I’ve spent my life exploring this beautiful area. From surfing in Huntington Beach to discovering the best photo spots across the OC. Over the past 25 years as a professional photographer, I’ve continued to learn, grow, and refine my craft.

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