Mountain-View Micro Wedding at Stanley City Park

Lexi and Logan gathered with their closest loved ones for a scenic micro wedding at Stanley City Park. This day was long anticipated by both the couple and their loved ones, and everyone was simply grateful to be together and celebrating in such a spectacular destination.

A couple stands on a sandy lakeshore in Stanley, surrounded by mist. The man wears a beige suit, and the woman in a long lace wedding dress holds a colorful bouquet. Mountain peaks are faintly visible in the background.

A couple stands on a foggy lakeshore, seen from behind. The man wears a beige suit, and the woman wears a white lace dress. They have a light-colored dog sitting beside them. The misty Sawtooth Mountains are faintly visible beyond the water.

Lexi + Logan’s Micro Wedding at Stanley City Park

A sunrise first look at Stanley Lake

This wedding was happening around the time that all the Stanley fires were unfortunately coming to a head, which meant there was a lot of anxiety as to whether it would even be able to happen. The nerves leading up to any wedding day can be intense, and I was so impressed at how Lexi and Logan were able to be such good sports the entire time even with a fire threatening their wedding plans. In the end it was as if Mother Nature rewarded them because everything came together beautifully. Rain came the day before their wedding to clear the smoke, and they lucked out with all the mountains out for their special day. It made everyone even more thankful for the stunning landscapes that they were able to enjoy together!

A couple stands near a misty lake in Stanley, with the man wearing a light-colored suit and the woman in a white lace wedding dress. He gently kisses her forehead. In the background, the tranquil water reflects the soft outlines of the Sawtooth mountains enveloped in fog.

A couple stands on a foggy beach. The woman holds a bouquet of colorful flowers and wears a lace wedding dress. The man, in a beige suit, stands behind her with his hand on her arm. They both gaze into the distance. The couple had a micro wedding in Stanley, Idaho.

A woman with long blonde hair stands in a misty landscape in Stanley, wearing a white lace wedding dress. She holds a vibrant bouquet of flowers, including red, orange, pink, and purple blooms. The background is softly blurred.

A couple stands on a misty lakeshore in Stanley with their backs to the camera. The woman, in a long, white dress, has her arm around the man in a beige suit. Mountains are faintly visible through the mist in the background.

Lexi and Logan started their day with a sunrise session at Stanley Lake. This time was set aside because they wanted to exchange vows in private as the sun rose over the mountains. I will forever be a lover of morning elopements, but the foggy sunrise these two had on their wedding day particularly stole my heart; nothing beats watching the clouds roll across the Sawtooths as the sun paints a pink alpenglow on the mountain peaks. The last bits of early morning fog and mist were quiet company as Lexi and Logan shared this sweet time with each other and their new pup Moose.

A couple stands on a sandy shore by Stanley Lake. The groom, in a beige suit, reads from a book. The bride wears a long white dress. Mountains rise in the background, partially shrouded in mist under a clear blue sky.

A couple stands on a lakeshore embracing and smiling at each other. Mist is rising from the water and partially covering the mountains. Logs are scattered on the sandy shore. This couple held a micro wedding in Stanley, Idaho.

Getting ready in the rustic Danner’s Log Cabins

Lexi and Logan had spent years adventuring in the Stanley area, so it only felt right that they should plan an intimate wedding celebration with their family among the Sawtooth Mountains. The two got ready for their wedding ceremony at a pair of old log cabins in Stanley, the ideal place to embrace the rustic atmosphere of the little town of Stanley. It was important for Lexi and Logan to keep their day simple, sweet, and romantic for each other, and to have plenty of opportunities to be really connected.

A bride does her makeup on the front porch of an old cabin during her Stanley, Idaho wedding.

A wedding bouquet sits in an old rusty chair on the porch of a cabin. The bouquet has pink zinnia’s, burgundy amaranth, and white snapdragons.

A wedding dress hangs on the porch of an old log cabin.

A bride in a white lace dress holds a small dog in front of a log cabin with a green door.

Lexi and Logan spent the getting ready part of their day with each other and with family and friends that came and went from the group of cabins they rented for everyone. Watching couples get ready separately, and come together at the end to help with finishing touches, is always such a sweet thing—there are no rules that determine how you should or shouldn’t get ready on your wedding day. Whether individually or together, with or without loved ones by your side, getting ready is a special part of your wedding that shouldn’t be rushed or taken for granted.

A groom writes his vows on the porch of an old log cabin.

A couple poses on the porch of a rustic log cabin in Stanley, Idaho. The bride holds a colorful bouquet, wearing a white lacy dress. The groom stands beside her casually, both looking away from the camera.

A stunning mountain-view ceremony at Stanley City Park

We were so thrilled to see that the smoke had disappeared for Lexi and Logan’s day right on time, as it allowed their ceremony location to boast the most breathtaking views of the Sawtooths. Most of this wedding was DIY’d by the couple, making their ceremony floral arrangement even more impressive—they used a majority of faux flowers to create an “altar” installment, as well as to fill blue vases that lined the aisle. This goes to show that you don’t need the fanciest or most expensive florals in order to curate a stunning environment; sometimes all you need are incredible mountain views and a few bright blue flowers to match the Idaho skies. Watching Lexi and Logan tie the knot amidst the awe-inspiring Sawtooth mountains was a joy for everyone involved!

A micro wedding ceremony setup at Stanley City Park in Idaho.

Blue faux flowers ranged in blue and white vases line a wedding aisle for a mountain wedding.

Outdoor micro wedding setup at Stanley City Park, with wooden chairs arranged in rows facing a floral altar. The vast, open landscape of the Sawtooth mountains fill the background.

A bride and groom hold hands during a picturesque micro wedding ceremony at Stanley City Park. The Sawtooth mountains rise majestically behind them, with a colorful array of flowers embellishing the ground.

A bride in a long lace wedding dress reads vows to the groom in a beige suit outdoors. They stand surrounded by colorful flowers, with mountains in the background. This couple held their micro wedding at Stanley City Park.

A groom places a wedding ring on his bride's finger during their micro wedding ceremony at Stanley City Park.

A bride and groom share their first kiss. The Sawtooth Mountains fill the background, and there are blue flowers at the couple's feet. This couple held a micro wedding ceremony at Stanley City Park.

A couple kisses in front of a mountain landscape, surrounded by a group of six people, three on each side, dressed in colorful outfits. Everyone has their arms raised in celebration. The ground is sandy with patches of grass and colorful flowers. This micro wedding was held at the Stanley City Park, Idaho.

A laid-back sunset celebration

Lexi and Logan’s desire for a simple, laid-back wedding day didn’t stop at their ceremony—it continued into their evening celebration, held underneath the park’s picnic pavilion where everybody could enjoy the vast mountain views. Family and friends toasted to their love as they enjoyed slices of pizza and cheered on the newlyweds during their cake cutting, toasts, and first dances.

A groom and his wedding party pose at the Stanley City Park with the Sawtooth Mountains in the background. They are wearing beige suits. They are smiling and standing close together under a clear blue sky.

A bride and her bridesmaids pose at the Stanley City Park with the Sawtooth Mountains in the background. The bridesmaids are wearing brightly colored dresses of different colors. They are smiling and standing close together under a clear blue sky. There is an old rail fence in the background.

Wedding pizza from Papa Brunees in Stanley, Idaho.

A couple is smiling while cutting a white, floral-decorated cake, during their micro wedding at Stanley City Park. The cake is adorned with orange and pink zinnia flowers and eucalyptus leaves.

A bride laughs in excitement after cutting a wedding cake during a micro wedding ceremony at Stanley City Park in Idaho.

A bride and groom enjoy cake during their micro wedding reception at Stanley City Park in Idaho.

The “first dance” is a wedding tradition that doesn’t have to disappear during an elopement, and I loved that Lexi and Logan kept it as a part of their day. It’s a tradition that I personally love! Here are a few tips for making your first dance amazing, whether it’s just the two of you at your elopement or you’re eloping with family:

Make sure to download your song(s) because there isn’t always service in the mountains.
Practice your first dance before your wedding day.
Pick a song that you both can sing along to, and that has meaning to your relationship.
Sway, hug, and dance your heart out! Don’t worry about looking good. The best photos are when you’re laughing together, just like Logan and Lexi did!

A bride and her father embrace at the end of their dance during a micro wedding ceremony at Stanley City Park.

About weddings at Stanley City Park

This city park in Stanley is clearly a premier spot to host your elopement or micro wedding, with some of the most amazing views in the area. While the park can technically be used without a reservation, I do recommend reserving one of the two reservable group sites to ensure you have full use of the group space during your ceremony and/or reception. Find more info on booking your micro wedding at Stanley City Park here.

A wedding couple holds hands while standing in a grassy field at Stanley City Park with the Sawtooth Mountain range in the background. The man is holding a leash with a little white puppy. The woman carries a bouquet of flowers. The sky is partly cloudy.

A couple embraces and smiles in a field with the Sawtooth Mountains in the background. The man wears a light beige, and the woman wears a white lace dress with a slit. The sky is partly cloudy, creating a serene and romantic atmosphere. This couple held a micro wedding ceremony at Stanley City Park.

A groom hugs his bride in a grassy field with the Sawtooth Mountains in the background. The man, in a beige suit, stands behind the woman, who wears a white lace dress and turquoise earrings. The sky is partly cloudy and hints that the sun is setting.

How to Elope in Stanley, Idaho

The Sawtooth Mountains make for an enchanting backdrop to any wedding day, and Stanley is a haven for outdoor lovers craving a bit of an adventure on their special day. If you’re feeling a pull to have your elopement or micro wedding in Stanley, head over to my full Stanley elopement guide to find the perfect wedding venues or elopement location for your day.

A couple stands in a mountainous landscape at sunset, holding hands and sharing a tender gaze. The woman in a white dress with a slit and the man in a light-colored beige suit enjoys their intimate micro wedding at Stanley City Park.

A couple walks hand in hand through a grassy field, surrounded by mountains in Stanley, Idaho. The man wears a light beige suit and the woman wears a white lace dress with a slit. They smile at each other.

A couple shares a kiss in a picturesque landscape with Sawtooth Mountains in the background. The woman wears a white dress and the man is in a light suit. They are leaning against a rustic wooden fence in the Stanley City Park where they held their micro wedding.

Stanley City Park Wedding Photographer

Can you picture your own micro wedding at Stanley City Park now? I’m sure you’ve fallen in love with Lexi and Logan’s day just as much as I did, and I’d love to support you as you build your own dream day among the mountains of Idaho. I’ve helped over 75 couples elope in the Stanley area, providing not just elopement photography but planning services, as well, including vendor recommendations, ceremony locations, and accommodations. Contact me here to get started!

Stanley City Park Wedding Vendors

Brides Dress: Walters Design | Wedding Cake: Sunbeam Cafe | Food: Papa Brunees

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