The Best Places for Destination Ash Scattering

Honoring Your Loved One in Stunning Locations

When it comes to scattering cremated remains, choosing the right location is an important decision. For many, the ideal setting isn’t just any place—it’s a special spot that reflects their loved one’s spirit, interests, and love for nature. Whether you’re looking to celebrate their life with a backdrop of majestic mountains, tranquil oceans, or vibrant wildlife, destination ash scattering offers a meaningful way to say goodbye while honoring their memory.

At BONAVENTURE, we offer a selection of breathtaking locations across the United States, carefully curated to provide the most serene and respectful environment for your loved one’s final farewell. From national parks to coastal retreats, each destination has been chosen for its natural beauty and the profound connection it fosters with the world around us.

Below, we highlight some of our most popular scattering locations to help you find the perfect place for this important moment.

Pacific Northwest Ash Scattering

Bioluminescence at Puget Sound: Imagine scattering your loved one’s ashes in the evening as the waves glow with bioluminescence, a magical natural phenomenon. Puget Sound is an ideal location for those looking to embrace the beauty of the ocean, with a touch of otherworldly wonder.

Mount Rainier National Park: For those who wish to connect with the majesty of mountains, Mount Rainier National Park offers towering peaks, alpine meadows, and glaciers—a truly awe-inspiring setting for scattering ashes. Whether you choose to honor your loved one with a view of the mountain itself or amidst the wildflowers below, the park provides a powerful backdrop for remembrance.

Olympic National Forest: Surrounded by old-growth forests, Olympic National Forest is a place of serene beauty and profound tranquility. This verdant landscape, filled with towering trees and lush moss, offers a peaceful escape that feels timeless, perfect for scattering your loved one’s ashes.

Whale Trail off Ruby Beach: This scenic coastal location provides not only breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean but also the possibility of spotting migrating whales—a truly majestic and symbolic way to say goodbye.

Wild Western Remembrance – Scattering Ashes in the Scenic Frontier

Devil’s Tower: Located in Wyoming, Devil’s Tower is a sacred site with dramatic, towering rock formations. Its unique and imposing presence makes it a powerful place for remembering a loved one, while offering a serene and private location for scattering ashes.

Glacier National Park: Known for its stunning landscapes, Glacier National Park is a place where snow-capped peaks, clear blue lakes, and lush valleys create a breathtaking setting for a final tribute. The sheer natural beauty of this location is unmatched, providing a sense of awe and peace for families during their memorial.

Badlands National Park: With its dramatic and unique landscapes, Badlands National Park offers a striking, otherworldly place to scatter ashes. The rugged terrain and vibrant colors of the park's rock formations create a memorable and profound tribute for your loved one.

Yellowstone National Park: As the first national park in the world, Yellowstone is renowned for its geothermal features, wildlife, and stunning landscapes. Scattering ashes in this natural wonderland provides a lasting connection to one of America’s most beloved parks.

Tetons National Park: With its majestic jagged peaks, glacial lakes, and wildlife-filled valleys, the Grand Tetons provide a powerful and peaceful place for scattering ashes. Whether near the mountains or along the riverbanks, this setting creates a meaningful connection to nature.

Mountain Majesty— Scattering Ashes on the Mountain Top

Zion National Park: Zion’s red rock canyons, towering cliffs, and desert landscapes offer a stunning backdrop for a final farewell. The park’s dramatic scenery creates an unforgettable environment for a dignified and respectful scattering ceremony.

Rocky Mountain National Park: For those who loved the beauty of the Rocky Mountains, scattering ashes here provides an opportunity to honor their life amidst the towering peaks, alpine lakes, and diverse wildlife of Colorado. The park's rugged beauty and peaceful atmosphere make it a fitting place for a heartfelt tribute.

Scattering Ashes At Sea: Sunset Sailing

For families seeking an unforgettable and peaceful maritime farewell, Sunset Sailing offers the ideal setting. Imagine the sun dipping below the horizon as you scatter your loved one’s ashes into the tranquil waters of Pensacola Bay.

Dolphins at Sunset in Pensacola: This serene experience combines the beauty of a sunset with the playful presence of dolphins swimming in the distance. As the warm colors of the sky reflect off the water’s surface, the moment becomes a beautiful, symbolic farewell. This ceremony captures the peaceful connection between life, water, and nature.

Scattering Ashes in the Midwest

The Heartland Journey offers families the opportunity to scatter ashes in the heart of the country, where migration and nature come together in an awe-inspiring spectacle.

Monarch Migration: For those who appreciate the beauty of wildlife, scattering ashes during the monarch butterfly migration offers a unique and poetic tribute. The migration of these delicate creatures symbolizes transformation and new beginnings.

Sandhill Crane Migration: Another breathtaking natural phenomenon, the sandhill crane migration offers families the chance to honor their loved one amidst the gathering of thousands of cranes. This ritual is a symbolic tribute to the cycles of nature and the enduring spirit of life.

Midwest Hot Air Balloon Scattering: If you're seeking a truly unique experience, a hot air balloon scattering over the rolling hills of the Midwest offers a soaring tribute. Floating high above the landscape, this ceremony offers a peaceful and majestic view as the ashes are released.

COMBOS: Tailored Packages for the Ultimate Tribute

For those who want to experience the beauty of multiple locations, we offer curated combo packages that combine the best destinations for a truly memorable and personalized tribute.

America the Beautiful Package: This option includes a combination of Badlands, Yellowstone, and Tetons National Park, giving families the opportunity to experience the grandeur and serenity of some of the most beloved parks in the United States.

Return to Nature: Whispers of the Wild: For those seeking to honor their loved one in natural beauty, this package combines Mount Rainier National Park, Olympic National Forest, and the Whale Trail off Ruby Beach for a peaceful and meaningful scattering experience amidst some of the most stunning forests and coastlines in the Pacific Northwest.

Heartland Journey: Celebrate your loved one’s memory by honoring the beauty of nature during the Monarch Migration and Sandhill Crane Migration—two unforgettable, natural spectacles that symbolize life and renewal.

Maximizing Beauty, Respect, and Serenity

At BONAVENTURE, we believe in timing every scattering to maximize the beauty, serenity, and emotional resonance of the moment. Our team carefully plans each ceremony to ensure that it reflects the respect and dignity that your loved one deserves. Whether you choose a coastal sunset, a mountain vista, or a wildlife migration, you can trust that your loved one’s final farewell will be an experience that resonates with beauty, love, and peace.

If you're ready to explore these stunning locations and give your loved one the farewell they deserve, BONAVENTUREis here to guide you every step of the way. Let us help you create a meaningful, beautiful tribute to a life well lived.