Buffalo Elopement Guide

Elopement Guides

So, you want to your elopement in Buffalo? This guide is for you! Whether you are looking for a micro-wedding or outdoor elopement just for the two of you, there are great options in Buffalo. I am from Maryland but I grew up in Buffalo and consider myself a life long Western New Yorker. I know a lot of the beautiful trails in the WNY area and the finger lakes. Here are some of the best Buffalo elopement locations;

Quick Look: Buffalo Elopement Locations Guide

  • Where to elope in Buffalo
  • Finger Lakes elopement locations
  • The best season to elope in Western New York
  • Things to do for your elopement in Buffalo

Buffalo Elopement Locations

When choosing your elopement location, things to think about are the meaning of the location, the type of scenery you both like and the season you want to elope.In Buffalo and the Western New York region, you have lakes, waterfalls and local state parks. Some of my favorite locations include Allegany State Park, Rock City Park, Hunter’s Creek, 18 mile, and Spruce Lake.

Buffalo elopement
  • Allegany State Park: This is another great spot near Ellicottville. It has gorgeous lakes and rolling hills that look like mountain views. This spot is the best during peak fall season which is late September through October. I definitely recommend this spot to the couples that want mountain-type views without driving 5 hours to the Adirondacks.
  • Spruce Lake/ Ellicottville: New York as a whole has so many beautiful lakes and this is one of the best in the area. It’s near Holiday Valley which has the ski resorts and a lot of activities for winter and summer. Ellicottville is a place you can elope year round (winter storms considering). Overall, I would say this is one of the best elopement locations in Western New York.
  • Rock City Park: This spot is for the couples that want a unique location and do some hiking as well. You will find unique rock formations and amazing hiking trails. It is also close enough to Allgany State Park to explore both locations in one day.

elope in Buffalo
elope in Buffalo
  • Hunter’s Creek: This spot is perfect if you want to do a little bit of hiking. There’s a small lake, more lake a spring but it’s such a stunning location.
  • 18 Mile Creek: This location has similar scenery to Hunter’s Creek (in my opinion) but it’s also one of my favorite locations for elopements mostly in the summer and fall seasons.
  • Griffith Sculpture Park
  • Delaware Park: This is a personal favorite spot. It can be crowded but it’s a good spot if you want to do multiple activities without going to multiple locations. There’s Hoyt Lake, the Japanese garden and the History Museum for photos. And for activities the Buffalo AKG ( Albright Knox) art museum is right across from the park. Then, there’s the Terrace restaurant to grab food.
  • Niawanda Park: This spot has gorgeous views and in the summer you can grab ice cream from Old Man River’s. The trails are super easy and it’s really just a spot for picnics or just relax.
  • Holley Falls: If you love waterfalls and want the waterfall backdrop without having to drive 3+ hours, this spot is for you! It’s a small waterfall and not as crowded as popular waterfall spots like Buttermilk Falls. This location is about an hour away from Buffalo and worth the drive.

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Ready to start planning your elopement in Buffalo? Let’s connect! As a local elopement photographer, I love exploring the best spots in Buffalo and Western New York with couples.

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