Headstone Ideas for a Nature Lover

For someone happiest outdoors, the headstone can bring the landscape with it.

Symbol ideas

• Trees and forests
• Mountains
• Birds in flight
• Wildflowers
• Sun, moon and stars

Etched scene ideas

• A favourite lake, trail or mountain view
• The family cottage or campsite
• Birds over water at sunrise

See custom etched scenes.

Personal touches

• GPS coordinates of a special place
• The name of a favourite park or trail
• A line from a nature poem

Epitaph ideas

• Returned to the earth
• Forever in the wild
• At peace among the trees
• She loved the earth
• Happy trails

Design tips

• Rock-pitch edges and earthy granites (tan, grey) look natural.
• A leaf or wave shape suits nature — see headstone shapes.
• Consider a green burial marker if that fits their wishes.

Key Takeaways

• Trees, mountains and birds are favourite symbols.
• Etched landscapes capture a special place.
• Natural finishes complete the look.

Next Step

Try it in the Design Studio — search the symbol library for the emblems above.