Marry Me Mendo
MENDOCINO ELOPEMENTS & INTIMATE WEDDINGS
Cassandra Young Photography
Effortless Elopements on the
Mendocino Coast & in the Redwoods
Welcome to Marry Me Mendo! I'm Monica, an officiant and elopement planner based on the beautiful Mendocino coast. I specialize in bespoke elopement and intimate wedding experiences, heartfelt ceremony scripts and vows, and also offer inclusive packages with photography and florals.
Let me help you create a meaningful wedding experience in one of Northern California's most breathtaking locations- from bluffs, beaches or beneath the towering redwoods- so you can focus on each other, not the logistics
Chelsi McFadden Photography
Inclusive Mendocino Elopement Experiences
Elopement Planning: I provide location guidance, timelines, permits, and details handled
Wedding Officiant Services: I'm licensed, insured and ordained through Universal Life Church and will guide you in obtaining your marriage license, creating and performing a meaningful ceremony, and make sure your license is filed promplty for processing
Elopements and Intimate Weddings: Whether your dream ceremony is just the two of you or with your closest friends and family, I'll guide you in planning the perfect event for up to 25 guests
Local Expertise- I know all the best spots for a picturesque ceremony, from hidden redwood groves within the forest to the rocky bluffs overlooking the dreamy Pacific Ocean and serene sandy beaches
Nik Z Photography
Iconic Mendocino Elopement Locations
Beaches: Ten-mile, Pudding Creek, MacKerricher State Park, Glass Beach,
Jug Handle State Reserve, Caspar Headlands State Beach, Russian Gulch State Park,
Big River Beach & Van Damme State Park
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Bluffs: Pudding Creek, Pomo Headlands, Jug Handle State Reserve, Mendocino Headlands, Cypress Grove, Portuguese Beach Overlook, Mendocino Viewpoint
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Redwoods: Jackson Demonstration State Forest Camp One, Otis Johnson Park, Gravel Pit Road, Mendocino Woodlands State Park, Navarro River Redwoods State Park
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Nik Z Photography
Why Couples Choose Marry Me Mendo
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Local Mendocino knowledge
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Simple, transparent packages
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Calm, supportive presence
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Personalized ceremonies
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Intentional, intimate focus
Fallen Moon Photography
Kind Words from Couples
"Monica was a great officiant! We planned our elopement in 3 weeks and she made it so easy. She was a great source of information, recommendations and very friendly to communicate with. She helped with all the steps, before and after the elopement. I highly recommend her for all of that plus how easy and affordable it was to book with her." -Natasha
"You will be extremely happy with Monica performing your ceremony. Even on the short notice we gave her, she was awesome. Great communication and very nice ceremony for the two of us. Thank you, Monica" -Deborah
Fallen Moon Photography
An Experience Centered on What Matters
At the heart of every Mendocino elopement is a simple truth: this day is about the two of you. Away from expectations and pressure, you're free to be present with each other, surrounded by nature, choosing intention over tradition.
Marry Me Mendo creates space for quiet moments, meaningful words, and a ceremony that feels grounded, authentic, and deeply connected to place.
Cassandra Young Photography