Updated October 18th, 2024

Updated for the 2025-2026 Wedding Season

60+ Intimate Wedding Venues in Colorado for Ceremonies, Receptions + Lodging

Indoor, outdoor, chapels, restaurants and more!

If you’re planning your small wedding in Colorado, this list is for you!

Throughout my years as a Colorado elopement photographer, I’ve found some pretty incredible locations to celebrate elopements and small weddings, from breathtaking overlooks to intimate venues. Whether you’re looking for a little more glamour or something completely off the grid, there is something on this list for everyone.

I absolutely love what I do. Being an elopement photographer is not just my job, it's my passion and my life. This is why I am always scouting locations and chatting with people in my Colorado community to stay up to date on the best possible options for my couples. The beauty about Colorado is that the amount of outdoor access and hospitality our state offers is endless.

Colorado is the perfect place for an adventure elopement!

To learn more about how to elope in Colorado, check out my Colorado Elopement Guidebook!

Table of Contents

1. Private Homes + Estates

2. Waterfront Wedding Venues

3. Mountain Lodge Wedding Venues

4. 100% Outdoor Wedding Ceremony Venues

5. Restaurant Venues for Rehearsals + Receptions

6. Wedding Venues with Mountain Views

7. Churches + Chapels in Colorado 

8. Bed + Breakfasts

9. Ranch Venues

10. Unique Colorado Wedding Venues

Private Homes and Estates

Perhaps escaping the busyness of public places is just what you need when dreaming up your perfect place to elope. There are so many beautiful properties that can give you the private residence wedding you’ve imagined. I’ve compiled this list of private homes and estates to help narrow down your search.

Trappers Cabin
10 Elk Track Road
Beaver Creek CO 81620
(970) 306-0310

Set at 9,500 feet on top of Beaver Creek Mountain, Trappers Cabin is surrounded by gorgeous, mature aspen and pine trees with views like no other. Whether you’re just wanting to dine and lodge or hold an intimate wedding onsite, Trappers Cabin offers customizable packages to make your entire experience one to remember. 

Amenities at a glance:

• Concierge service

• Private chef available

• Access to mountain activities

• Hot tub

• Sleeps up to 10 guests

Blue Sky Mountain Ranch
646 Emory Road
Black Hawk CO 80422
(303) 642-7656

This beautiful log cabin lodge is situated on a 120-acre private ranch with 360 degrees of mountain views. Located just south of Boulder and only a little over an hour’s drive from the Denver airport, this secluded ranch is not only the perfect place to retreat, it’s easily catered towards intimate weddings.

Amenities at a glance:

• Lodging for up to 12 guests

• Elopement package for up to 12 guests

• Micro wedding package for up to 50 guests

• Private chef

• Hot tub

The Little Mountain Lodge
98 Sunbeam Drive
Breckenridge CO 80424
(970) 393-2271

Mountain Clover Homes has a handful of wonderful properties to offer, and the Little Mountain Lodge will not disappoint. This luxurious mountain home, with its 10,000 square feet of lodging on three levels, is just what you and your guests need to enjoy a weekend wedding retreat.

Amenities at a glance:

• Hot tub with waterfall

• Lodging for up to 31 guests

• Three acres of land

• Enormous kitchen

• Spacious dining hall

1 C Barn
16570 Dancing Wolf Way
Colorado Springs CO 80908
(719) 244-4847

1 C Barn is the perfect spot for any small elopement. This attractive private escape brings together your ceremony, reception, and lodging all on this secluded property. It can’t get easier (or more beautiful) than this!

Amenities at a glance:

• On-site lodging, sleeps up to 16 guests

• Ceremony and reception setup included

• Outside alcohol allowed with private bartender

• Catering recommendations

• Pet-friendly

Sopris House by Eleven Experience
330 Belleview Avenue
Crested Butte CO 81224
(970) 237-5985

This stunning home could be the whole package for your elopement in Crested Butte: rehearsal dinner venue, elopement ceremony site, wedding reception, and lodging for your wedding party. Check out my blog for more from Jessica + Nick’s special day at this beautiful and cozy property. It was the perfect place to convene after a romantic mountain micro-wedding. 

Venue amenities at a glance:

• Outdoor copper hot tub and cold plunge pool, as well as sauna

• Sleeps 8 within three king-bed rooms and a two-twin-bed room

• Outside caterer or private chef allowed

Star Mountain
Keystone CO 80435
(970) 470-2874

‘Luxurious’ is a complete understatement when it comes to Star Mountain Home. Sleeping up to 23 guests, this 9+ bedroom home is more like a private mini-hotel with breathtaking views, large hot tub, and an onsite sauna to boot! Magical celebration, anyone?  

Amenities at a glance:

• Lodging for up to 23 guests

• Onsite weddings permitted

• Hot tub

• Sauna

• Mountain and water views

Zella Hut by Bristlecone Huts
Alma, Park CO
(970) 676-4757

The Zella Hut is perfectly located near Decalibron loop, spectacular 14ers, and private hiking trails. In the summer, you’ll have access to your own personal creek side solar thermal hot springs dipping tub! Located in Alma (the Fairplay side of Hoosier), this secluded spot offers 2-hour ceremony rentals for $200 midday or $400 to include a night in the cabin before or after the ceremony.

Amenities at a glance:

• Private glamping experience

• Pets allowed if approved by host

• Wood stove and outdoor girl with a covered desk and seating

• Up to 5 cars worth of people allowed for ceremonies, but only 4 allowed to stay in the cabin

• Elopement packages

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Waterfront Venues

Colorado’s beauty encompasses more than just mountains. If your dream ceremony involves a backdrop of a sparkling lake or gently flowing river, or if you and your wedding party want to enjoy watersports during your special weekend, then read on to learn about some of Colorado’s best waterfront wedding venues.

Surf Hotel
1028 Wave Street
Buena Vista CO 81211
(719) 966-7048

Located less than two hours from Colorado Springs, this charming hotel differs from the rest. If you’re looking for that Hallmark-esque feel, this is it. Surf Hotel is centered in one of the most walkable neighborhoods and surrounded by endless adventures. 

Amenities at a glance:

• Several wedding package options

• Indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception spaces

• All-inclusive packages

• AV options included

• Discounted room blocks

Boulder Creek by Wedgewood
38470 Boulder Canyon Drive
Boulder CO 80302
(866) 966-3009

Located just minutes from downtown Boulder, this venue offers multiple outdoor options, including a creekside ceremony. Say “I do” with the ripples of Boulder Creek and the rest of nature as your audience.  

Venue amenities at glance:

• Multiple ceremony sites

• Indoor and outdoor reception spaces

• Build-your-own-wedding packages

• Conveniently located near downtown Boulder

The Riverside
1724 Broadway
Boulder CO 80302
(720) 443-2322

You won’t find another historic venue like the Riverside outside of Boulder. The Riverside staff has an uncanny sense of what will make each celebration suit your style. They offer customizable packages to have a Boulder elopement experience curated just for you. (And their chef-forward catering uses fresh, locally sourced ingredients to create out-of-this-world delicious plates for your reception.)

Venue amenities at a glance:

• Creekside patio

• 4+ unique event spaces

• Full catering and bar service with liquor license

• Event management, table settings, linens, china, etc.

• A/V services for concert lighting, live music, and dancing

• Local vendors for DJs, videos, decorators, etc.

Estes Park Resort
1700 Colorado Peaks Drive
Estes Park CO 80517
(970) 577-6400

Have your ceremony at the edge of a shimmering lake at Estes Park Resort then kick up your heels at your indoor reception. Lots of options here with their Estes Park micro-wedding packages.

Amenities at a glance:

• In-house catering

• Onsite planning

• Outdoor ceremony sites

Grand Lake Lodge
15500 US-34
Grand Lake CO 80447
(970) 627-3967

Grand Lake Lodge, situated on Shadow Mountain, gives you not only a panoramic view of the Rockies, but also the breathtaking view of the namesake body of water. I can’t deny… it’s pretty grand.

Amenities at a glance:

• Intimate elopement packages

• Onsite lodging for up to 20 guests

• Exclusive catering included

• Pet-friendly

The Observatory at Alta Lakes
4665 Alta Lakes Road
Ophir CO 81426

Designed on a cocktail napkin by Jim Russell in 1975, this backcountry cabin is soaked in history. Located only 13 miles from Telluride, The Observatory, with its secluded mountain views, holds inspiration that will take your breath away.

Amenities at a glance:

• Outdoor ceremony site for up to 45 guests

• Lodging for up to 12 guests

• Pet-friendly 

Sapphire Point Overlook
Swan Mountain Road
Dillon CO 80435
(877) 444-6777

Located within the White River National Forest near Breckenridge, Sapphire Point Overlook offers sweeping views of the Dillon Reservoir. Flanked on both sides by the Gore and Tenmile mountain ranges, this site rests at 9,500 above sea level. Despite its high altitude and towering views, Sapphire Point Overlook is surprisingly accessible, though not recommended for wheelchair access.

See the breathtaking vista that served as the backdrop for Ellen + Michael’s Sapphire Point vow ceremony or check out Kristy + Shannon’s winter wonderland elopement and see how a different season can completely transform the same location!

Venue amenities at a glance:

• 1 hour 45 mins by car from Denver Intl Airport

• Chairs and minimalistic decor permitted

• Reservations operate on a 6-months rolling basis

• Reservations book out in 3-hour intervals (long enough for a ceremony and photos)

• Note: This site won’t accommodate a reception

Mountain Lodge Wedding Venues

Check out these fantastic elopement venues nestled in the mountains of Colorado. They vary from rustic and charming to opulent and luxurious. Find one that fits your style and start planning your special day (or days)!

Black Canyon Inn
800 MacGregor Avenue
Estes Park CO 80517
(970) 966-5574

Black Canyon Inn is located in Estes Park—a true Rocky Mountain escape. It offers a unique backdrop for any celebration held there. The ceremony site at Black Canyon Inn is covered so you can get beautiful mountain views with protection from the sun and weather. No matter what time of year it is, memories made here will last forever. 

Amenities at a glance:

• Food and beverage packages

• Event furniture included

• Onsite catering

• Onsite lodging

Della Terra Mountain Chateau
3501 Fall River Road
Estes Park CO 80517
(970) 586-2501

Located only an hour from Boulder, the charming stone-walled Della Terra offers a romantic getaway with mountain views and old world design architecture. Inside, you’ll appreciate the fireplaces, balconies, and grandiose windows. It’s easy to see that Love is their love language. 

Amenities at a glance:

• Indoor and outdoor ceremony sites

• Full bar service 

• Getting-ready rooms

• AV included

SkyView at Fall River Village Resort
200 Filbey Court
Estes Park CO 80517
(970) 325-6864

SkyView at Fall River Village is a newer space especially designed to showcase its amazing views. Their Estes Park wedding packages make planning effortless.

Amenities at a glance:

• Onsite lodging for wedding guests

• Customizable catering options

• Honeymoon suite included

• Onsite event staff

Taharaa Mountain Lodge
3110 South Saint Vrain Avenue
Estes Park CO 86517
(970) 577-0027

Taharaa Mountain Lodge offers not only breathtaking mountain views but also that feeling of being at home. The property’s lush meadow surrounded by lovely aspens makes for a breathtaking ceremony site. And the indoor reception space offers fantastic mountain views through huge windows. You can rest easy here with the all-inclusive offerings of the Taharaa Mountain Lodge.

Amenities at a glance:

• Onsite event staff

• In-house catering

• Two ceremony site options

• Ceremony + reception packages available

• Onsite lodging

Mount Princeton Hot Springs
15870 County Road 162
Nathrop CO 81236
(719) 395-2447

Want a wedding weekend full of pampering? Mount Princeton Hot Springs does not fall short of a lavish weekend getaway for you and your guests. With breathtaking views and amenities galore, this resort will leave you completely satisfied.  

Amenities at a glance:

• Indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception spaces

• All-inclusive venues

• Onsite catering available

• Resort amenities included

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100% Outdoor Wedding Venues

Colorado is known for its crisp, cool weather, massive night skies and endless mountain views. With that said, who wouldn’t want to say “I do” under a blanket of Colorado sky? Some of the best outdoor wedding venues in Colorado are listed below.

Maroon Bells Amphitheater
Aspen CO 81611
(970) 930-6442

Located just outside of Aspen, Maroon Bells boasts some of the most quintessentially “Colorado” vistas. We’re talking postcard-perfect landscapes: rolling hills, jagged mountains, and tranquil alpine lakes. Given that it’s known as one the most beautiful places to get married in Colorado, it’s an extremely popular elopement destination, so you’ll want to book in advance. Maroon Bells is gorgeous year-round, but especially enchanting in the fall months when its aspen trees burst with electric reds and honey-tinted golds.

Venue amenities at a glance:

• Cost: $200

• Local bus and private shuttle services available

• Reservations for the site’s sloped amphitheater should be made at least one year in advance

• 4.5 hours by car from Denver Intl Airport

• Other nearby airports: Aspen/Pitkin County Airport (ASE), 25 mins by car

Sunrise Amphitheater
1198 Flagstaff Drive
Boulder CO 80302
(303) 441-3440

The city of Boulder’s Open Space and Mountain Parks manages 155 miles of trails! You can feel completely immersed in nature while staying within the city limits. As far as ceremony locations themselves, the Sunrise Amphitheater can’t be beat. The entire OSMP area is also perfect for that courthouse wedding followed by incredible photos at a nearby park, hiking trail, or mountain overlook. Some of my favorite spots to take after-ceremony photos include the Lost Gulch Overlook and Chautauqua Park. See my complete Boulder Elopement Guide for more!

Venue amenities at a glance:

• Most of Boulder’s OSMP locations require permits, but I’m here to help you navigate all that! 

• There is no electricity or water available at any of the facilities. 

• Latrine toilets are available, and are cleaned once a week on Fridays

• There are no other structures (changing rooms) available for event parties to use in preparation for events

• Parking is available near Sunrise Amphitheater

• Wheelchair accessible to seating area; the 6’ wide path is about 200’ long with a grade of 7-8% the whole way. For wheelchair accessibility to the stage, a ramp can be requested.

Garden of the Gods
Colorado Springs CO 80904
(719) 634-6666

Garden of the Gods is an otherworldly paradise featuring distinct red rock formations and brilliant blue skies. With the snow-capped Pikes Peak in its distance, this spot delivers some seriously striking views. Unlike many of Colorado’s parks, it’s totally free to tie the knot in Garden of the Gods—no permit or fees necessary. Unfortunately, that also means no reservations. The site’s designated elopement sites are claimed on a “first come, first serve” basis, so you might luck out of your dream spot if someone else beats you to it. 

Venue amenities at a glance:

• 1 hour 45 mins by car from Denver Intl Airport

• Other nearby airports: Colorado Springs Airport (COS), 30 mins by car

• No receptions are allowed in the park unless you are having a picnic at the Scotsman or South Spring Canyon Picnic areas

• Alcoholic beverages are not allowed

• Tables, tents, arches, trellises, or other decorations are not allowed

• Chairs may only be brought in for the elderly or disabled

O’Conner Pavilion
1125 Rooftop Way
Estes Park CO 80517
(970) 586-6104

For a more laid back ceremony and reception, the O’Conner Pavilion in Estes Park offers a covered space and picnic area for up to 140 people, although smaller groups are welcome too. The seasonal venue (available from May 26 until September 30) is a great choice for an outdoor micro-wedding in town.

Venue amenities at a glance:

• Covered, open-sided pavilion

• ADA accessible (with rough terrain in some areas)

• Volleyball court, horseshoe pits, and fire pit

• Caterers are welcome but not required

• DJ’s welcome 

• Two meadows for ceremony sites

Rocky Mountain National Park
1000 Highway 36
Estes Park CO 80517
(970) 586-1206

Located about two hours from Denver, Rocky Mountain National Park offers 415 square miles of pristine natural beauty. If you’re wanting the iconic Rockies as your wedding photo backdrop, there’s honestly no better spot. The park hosts 12 designated elopement sites; each has its own distinct charm. The park also boasts fantastic spots for a sunrise hike before the ceremony (see Lois + Brandon’s sunrise Rocky Mountain engagement photos).

Venue amenities at a glance:

• Special Use permit and a $250 application fee required in order to reserve your spot

• 1 hour 45 mins by car from Denver Intl Airport

• Complete info in my Guide: How to Elope in RMNP

Eureka Lodge
6350 County Road 2
Silverton CO 81433
(970) 618-3913

Located on the Animas River in Silverton, CO, Eureka Lodge, a historic miners hotel, offers a rustic setting with mountain views. Here, you will capture bounty and beauty with an all-outdoor experience to remember.  

Amenities at a glance:

• Onsite lodging for up to 36 guests

• Onsite event staff

The Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
9800 Highway 347
Montrose CO 81401
(970) 641-2337

As far as Colorado elopement locations go, Black Canyon of the Gunnison is something of a hidden gem. It’s vast, secluded, and relatively unknown. Located about an hour and a half from Grand Junction, Black Canyon boasts some seriously cinematic landscapes. We’re talking dramatic gorges, boundless canyons, and vertical mountainside rivers. 

Venue amenities at a glance:

• No designated elopement sites within Black Canyon, but plenty of observation decks with magnificent views

• Much of the park is closed during the winter, but its south rim is ideal for weddings between May and October

• Besides the campgrounds there aren’t any accommodations within the park

• Plenty of hotel options are available in the nearby town of Montrose

Great Sand Dunes National Park
11999 State Highway 150
Mosca CO 81146
(719) 378-6395

When it comes to Colorado’s natural beauty, cinematic mountainscapes certainly aren't your only option. Located in Southern Colorado, the Great Sand Dunes National Park offers some beautifully chromatic backdrops featuring desert landscapes and awe-inspiring canyons. If you’re after wedding photos with an extra remote feel, there’s honestly no better place. 

Venue amenities at a glance:

• Like most national parks, a Special Use permit is required in order to hold your elopement at the dunes

• 4.5 hours by car from Denver Intl Airport

• Other nearby airports: San Luis Valley Regional Airport (ALS), 45 mins by car; regional flights from Boutique Air fly in from Denver

Lookout Mountain
987 Lookout Mountain Road
Golden CO 80401
(720) 865-0900

Standing more than 7,300 feet above its town, Lookout Mountain is the tallest peak in Golden, CO. From its apex, there are rich, panoramic views of the Rockies, Denver in the distance, and everything in between. Whether you choose to hike, bike or drive up to the peak, any spot you choose to say ‘I Do’ will be nothing short of sublime. 

Amenities at a glance:

• Less than 30 minute drive from Denver

• No permits required

• Nearby lodging and eateries galore

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Restaurant Venues

Some restaurants offer more than a dining experience. With stunning private dining rooms and award winning chefs at hand, hosting your rehearsal dinner or wedding reception is made simple in these Colorado eateries. Below are a few of my favorite finds.

The Little Nell
675 East Durant Avenue
Aspen CO 81611
(970) 920-6370

At the Little Nell, your experience can be either at the top of Aspen Mountain or at the bottom of it. With gorgeous mountain views and lovely panoramic scenery, endless adventure awaits at the Little Nell.

Amenities at a glance:

• Customizable catering package

• Indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception spaces

• Event set up and breakdown

• Onsite lodging

Ski Tip Lodge
100 Dercum Square
Keystone CO 80435
(855) 603-0049

The Ski Tip Lodge offers something a little more contemporary. Its rustic and historic style keeps that home away from home feeling well and alive.

Amenities at a glance:

• Getting-ready rooms

• Onsite lodging for up to 26 guests

• Onsite catering and bar services

Chautauqua Dining Hall
900 Baseline Road
Boulder CO 80302
(303) 442-3282

The historic Chautauqua Dining Hall was established in 1898 and their popular restaurant is a destination for visitors, locals, and hikers, while the event spaces are perfect for Boulder weddings and receptions. The views from the spacious wraparound porch are excellent, as is the fresh cuisine. Catering is available in and out of the dining hall, or you can choose another venue (like cottages or lodges) on the gorgeous grounds. Menus are customizable and take full advantage of wholesome, locally available ingredients. Out Boulder County, a nonprofit supporting LGBTQ+ communities, is a valued partner of theirs.

Venue amenities at a glance:

• Historic charm and dramatic views

• 8+ unique event spaces

• In-house catering

• Guest services team

• A/V and lighting services

• Onsite lodging options from cottages to 8-bedroom lodges

Greenbriar Inn
8735 North Foothills Highway
Boulder CO 80302
(303) 440-7979

The Greenbriar Inn has been a favorite location for Boulder weddings and receptions for more than 50 years. The romantic inn and restaurant sit on 20 gorgeous acres amidst hills and mountains. Many ingredients used in their extraordinary dishes are grown in their gardens. Their chefs are happy to customize your reception menu and their pastry chefs can even make your wedding cake or create any other dessert you desire. 

Venue amenities at a glance:

• Countryside gardens

• 7 unique event spaces

• Onsite coordinator

• Linens, tables, chairs, silverware, plates, and all other serviceware 

• Experienced event staff 

• Ample complimentary parking

• Custom-sized dance floor options

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Wedding Venues with Mountain Views

Let’s face it: Colorado is most famous for its dramatic mountain vistas and most couples eloping want to capture this incredible scenery in their photos! Whether you’re homegrown locals who’ve been enchanted by these picturesque ranges your whole lives, or are coming in from somewhere else for your destination mountain wedding, you can be sure that these venues won’t disappoint in the views department.

Aspen Wedding Deck
675 East Durant Avenue
Aspen CO 81611
(970) 920-6370

Located three miles above Aspen, the Wedding Deck overflows with rich mountain and meadow views. One step onto this perfect mountaintop setting, and you’ll be eager to stay forever. 

Amenities at a glance:

• Onsite catering 

• Wine pairings 

• Seasonal ceremony site and venue options

Rembrandt
1301 Spruce Street
Boulder CO 80302
(303) 720-6141

Imagine your small wedding and reception in the middle of beautiful Boulder with all the conveniences of hotels, shopping, and salons. If such a scenario makes your heart beat faster, contact the fantastic events team at Rembrandt. This lovely, spacious venue is perfect for groups of up to 125, with room for the ceremony, cocktails, dancing, and dinner. Best of all, even though you’re in the city, you still get those dreamy mountain views.

Venue amenities at a glance:

• Pets are allowed—bring your dogs, cats and even your small horse (!)

• Day-of wedding coordination

• Talented DJs, musicians, and emcees

• Outside caterers and bartenders allowed

• Complimentary overnight storage of gifts, decorations or keepsakes

Beaver Run Resort
620 Village Road
Breckenridge CO 80424
(970) 453-6000

Off Main Street, at the base of Tenmile Mountain Range, Beaver Run Resort is an excellent place for a micro-wedding or Breckenridge elopement. Choose one of their patios or the deck for an unforgettable ceremony with incredible mountain views. The property is a full service resort with easy access to hiking and biking trails and world-class skiing.

Venue amenities at a glance:

• 3 outdoor ceremony sites

• 6 indoor reception spaces

• Full catering and bar packages available

• Outside wedding cake is permitted

• Wedding spa packages available

The Lodge at Breckenridge
112 Overlook Drive
Breckenridge CO 80424
(970) 453-9300

A luxury wedding outdoors in the heart of the mountains of Colorado? It can be done at the Lodge at Breckenridge with one of their comprehensive elopement packages. Their catering team will set the stage for a beautiful wedding ceremony for you on their Overlook Deck. This deck will be made available to you for photographs too. Get a cake and order the champagne! It’s a once-in-a-lifetime celebration, after all.

Amenities at a glance:

• In-house catering team and onsite event planner

• Award-winning venue (acc’d to The Knot and Wedding Wire)

• Private wedding deck and rehearsal dinner location available year-round

• Indoor reception in the Mountain View Ballroom

• Onsite lodging: 45 guest rooms and suites

• 2 private luxury guest homes ideal for bridal or groom parties

• Customizable bar packages

• Dog-friendly

Main Street Station
505 South Main Street
Breckenridge CO
(970) 305-8881

Just steps from the Peak 9 ski mountain and inside the historic district, a dream Breckenridge wedding venue complete with gorgeous views can be yours. Not only is it a charming place to get married, you’ll be in the middle of one of the best entertainment districts in Colorado. If you choose to have guests, they’ll love being so close to skiing with excellent dining and shopping too.

Venue amenities at a glance:

• 2 indoor wedding reception spaces

• 1 outdoor ceremony site

• Creative, full-service catering with preferred partners; No food and beverage minimums

• 16-seat theater for film screenings (or elopement photo slideshow!)

Mountain Wedding Garden
911 Gothic Road
Crested Butte CO 81225
(970) 349-6632

Mountain Wedding Garden Crested Butte is an outdoor elopement wedding venue offering plenty of amenities (seating, parking, restrooms, banquet tables, and an open-air pavilion). A wonderful rain-or-shine wildflower wedding venue, the grounds of Mountain Wedding Garden Crested Butte are cultivated to showcase the region’s natural flora in a quiet park setting. 

Venue amenities at a glance:

• BYOB

• Onsite parking

• Tables and chairs included

Mueller State Park Amphitheater
21045 CO-67
Divide CO 80814
(719) 687-2366

Just west of Colorado Springs lies Mueller State Park. This state park offers beautiful meadow and mountain views and has three small ceremony options and the amphitheater with seating and a stage. 

Amenities at a glance:

• Onsite parking

• Easy reservation process for the amphitheater + smaller sites

• Ceremonies only

YMCA of the Rockies
2515 Tunnel Road
Estes Park CO 8051
(888) 850-9622

Everything you need is at YMCA of the Rockies, from lodging and transportation to ceremony and reception areas. Not to mention the numerous activities available—all of it at your fingertips at this venue.

Amenities at a glance:

• Onsite lodging

• Multiple ceremony and reception spaces

• Onsite catering

Granby Ranch
1000 Village Road
Granby CO 80446
(303) 506-8862

Located less than two hours from Denver, the Granby Ranch offers not only adventure but a once in a lifetime mountaintop wedding experience. With a ceremony site that is only accessible via chairlift, exchanging your vows will be accompanied by the most spectacular views. 

Amenities at a glance:

• Multiple reception spaces

• Mountaintop ceremony site

• Onsite event staff

• Discounts on nearby lodging

• In-house catering

• Getting-ready room

North Star Gatherings
3354 Little Bear Creek Road 
Idaho Springs CO 80452
(720) 608-0167

North Star Gatherings is situated within 35 acres of pine and aspen forest in Idaho Springs, Colorado, and has this fantastic outdoor deck which is perfect for micro-wedding ceremonies. The ceremonial platform provides a stunning vista of the Continental Divide in the majestic Rocky Mountains and you really feel like you’re immersed deep in the woods, while still having all the conveniences of a brand-new wedding venue. Bonus feature: North Star is committed to a small environmental footprint, and their property is surrounded by protected Forest Service land. See photos from Lisa + Patrick’s North Star micro-wedding.

Amenities at a glance:

• Ceremony Deck, Great Room, and Cocktail Deck available

• Two getting—ready areas, including a geodesic dome

• Couples must use the venue’s required caterers, bartending services, and professional planner for day-of services

• 100% solar venue

San Sophia Overlook
2 Coonskin Ridge Lane
Mountain Village CO 81320
(970) 728-7446

Overlooking the town of Telluride and Wilson Peak, San Sophia Overlook is located on the ridge and surrounded by grassy fields, spruce trees, and unbeatable mountain views. 

Amenities at a glance:

• Catering provided by Telluride Ski Resort

• Event planning and staff available

• Bridal suite yurt included

Vail Wedding Deck (officially "Holy Cross Event Deck")
1 Main Vail
Vail CO 81657

This 10,000 foot on-mountain ceremony site is located in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Its astonishing sweeping views will leave you and your guests speechless. An easy ride on the gondola to the top of Vail Mountain and with staff to assist in all your needs, the Holy Cross Event Deck is magnificent!

Amenities at a glance:

• Nearby reception space available at Eagle’s Nest

• Event planning and staff available

Lunch Rock at Winter Park Ski Resort
85 Parsenn Road
Winter Park CO 80482
(970) 726-5514

Hiding in the heart of the Rockies, Lunch Rock is boasting with beauty. Rock out after your ceremony at Lunch Rock’s wedding venue.

Amenities at a glance:

• Onsite catering and bar services

• Discounted lodging

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Churches + Chapels in Colorado

Some couples want the more traditional setting of a wedding ceremony in a church or chapel, but also want the option for breathtaking newlywed photos in nature. With these beautiful structures in scenic locations, you can have the best of both worlds.

Chapel on the Rock
10758 CO-7
Allenspark CO 80510
(970) 586-5689

Chapel on the Rock, also known as St. Catherine’s Chapel, is situated in a lovely area of Allenspark, providing breathtaking mountain views of Mt. Meeker.

Amenities at a glance:

• Bridal suite included

• Organ provided for hired musician

• Guidance and assistance from onsite wedding coordinator

Chapel at Beaver Creek
33 Elk Track Road
Avon CO 81620
(970) 471-3117

Chapel at Beaver Creek is a beautiful multi-faith-observing wedding chapel located in Avon, which is just under a two-hour drive from Denver.

Amenities at a glance:

• Organ and grand piano available for arranged musicians

• Preferred beliefs recognized

• Detailed list of nearby reception locations and lodging provided

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Bed + Breakfasts (B&Bs)

What could be better than having the wedding of your dreams, lodging onsite with your besties, then waking up to a fantastic full-service breakfast? At these B&B venues, you won’t have to worry about a thing during your perfect wedding weekend.

Highland Haven
4395 Independence Trail
Evergreen CO 80439
(303) 674-3577

Highland Haven is a luxurious yet quaint gem in Evergreen. Its cabin and garden area are the perfect locations for any intimate celebration. Whether it’s just the two of you or 20 of you, Highland Haven offers a truly unique and intimate experience. 

Amenities at a glance:

• Onsite coordination available

• Kitchen available for use of outside caterer

• Chairs + tables included with cabin rental

• Onsite lodging

• Lodging packages 

Meadow Creek B&B
13438 Berry Hill Lane
Pine CO 80470
(303) 838-4167

Meadow Creek provides not only a place for your ceremony and reception, but an entire weekend getaway for you and your guests. Specializing in intimate mountain weddings, Meadow Creek is all you need for the perfect and magical getaway to remember!

Amenities at a glance:

• Day-of coordinator included

• Set up of wedding and reception

• Bartender included

• Onsite lodging for up to 20 guests

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Ranch Venues

Colorado has no shortage of expansive valleys and wide open spaces. Some of y’all already know that a ranch wedding is for you. If so, read on for a few of the best Colorado ranch wedding venues.

T-Lazy-7
3129 Maroon Creek Road
Aspen CO 81611
(970) 618-7528

T-Lazy-7 offers a majestic field of green meadows encircled by nature’s hills, aspens, and mountains. Follow up your ‘I Do’s with a celebration surrounded by your family and friends in one of their three different (equally fantastic) reception areas.

Amenities at a glance:

• Multiple venue options

• Onsite accommodations

• Day-of coordinator

• Tables and chairs included

• Set up and breakdown included

Midnight Ranch
67810 Routt County Road 129
Clark CO 80428
(970) 870-3456

The views at Midnight Ranch seem to be something out of a book of paintings. Starting your forever here with your ‘one’ will be nothing short of extraordinary. 

Amenities at a glance:

• Onsite lodging for up to 32 guests

• Waterfront option 

• Outdoor ceremony and reception spaces

• Total seclusion

Vista Verde
58000 Cowboy Way
Clark CO 80428
(970) 879-3858

Located at the end of a country road against gorgeous Colorado mountain views, Vista Verde can make your biggest wedding dreams a reality. With their comprehensive elopement packages and romantic add-ons, there’s little to plan while staying here. 

Amenities at a glance:

• Elopement packages

• Honeymoon suite included

• Complimentary Champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries

Blue Lake Ranch
16919 Highway 140
Hesperus CO 81326
970-385-4537

Blue Lake Ranch specializes in elopements and intimate weddings in Colorado. It’s secluded in nature and far enough from anything else to offer that feeling of a true getaway while providing everything you need.

Amenities at a glance:

• Onsite lodging available

• Elopement and intimate-wedding packages available

C Lazy U
3640 CO-125
Granby CO 80446
(970) 887-3344

C Lazy U Ranch offers something that most other venues don’t: Themes! With on-site designers, you can turn your event into something from the Wild West! This dude ranch has plenty of indoor and outdoor spaces and can make any destination wedding with mountain views a spectacular one.

Amenities at a glance:

• Multiple indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception spaces

• Onsite lodging

• Onsite catering

• Design team available for any-themed wedding

• Bar packages

Snow Mountain Ranch
1101 County Road 53
Granby CO 80446
(970) 887-2152

With numerous, unique ceremony sites and reception options, there’s not much that the Snow Mountain Ranch can’t provide.  

Amenities at a glance:

• Onsite lodging

• Multiple ceremony and reception spaces

• Onsite catering

• Complimentary lodging for the couple

• Onsite parking

• Tables and chairs provided

I Bar Ranch
850 County Road 49
Gunnison CO 81230
(970) 209-9796

While I Bar Ranch is mainly set up to host larger gatherings, I’d be remiss to not mention this incredible venue near Crested Butte. Located on a privately owned 12-acre ranch, this rustic concert venue provides a unique Western heritage experience for weddings. (You can even arrive at your ceremony in a horse-drawn carriage for an extra charge, if that’s your thing!) 

Venue amenities at a glance:

• Facilities include a 7,500-square-foot covered pavilion; a raised, lighted stage with sound system; a kitchen prep building with a 15-square-foot BBQ; up to two bars

• No onsite food service; outside caterers allowed

• Liquor license provided; onsite bartenders available for hire

• A massive bonfire pit that the venue staff will manage

• Bridal Silo: a separate, special building in which brides can get ready

Saddleback Ranch
36975 County Road 179
Steamboat Springs CO 80487
(970) 879-3711

Only 20 minutes from downtown Steamboat Springs, Saddleback Ranch offers a one-of-a-kind experience in the heart of the Rockies.

Amenities at a glance:

• Customizable event options

• Onsite lodging

• Unique ranch activities

Devil’s Thumb Ranch
3530 County Road 83
Tabernash CO 80478
(970) 726-7000

Located 75 miles from Denver, Devil’s Thumb Ranch is set on 6,500 acres of wilderness. This history-soaked ranch is one of a kind. They said it best when they said it’s “the perfect place to tell the tale of two. And to begin their journey as one.” 

Amenities at a glance:

• Customizable weekend wedding packages

• Onsite catering

• Onsite lodging with 35 guest rooms

• Indoor and outdoor ceremony sites

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Truly Unique Colorado Wedding Venues

Check out these fantastic spots for an intimate wedding that matches your unique vibe!

Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory
8000 County Road 317
Crested Butte CO 81224 
(970) 349-7231

Don’t let the name deceive you! Outside of its scientific pursuits, the Rocky Mountain Bio Lab also offers event spaces for weddings of 30 people or more in the fall, and may be able to accommodate smaller groups at other times, although the facilities are usually filled with students and scientists from late June to mid-August. RMBL is snowed in from mid-November to mid-May with access by ski or snowshoe only, so it’s best to contact them directly to inquire about your event. As they are a research station, they do have some quirky rules (no overnight lodging, guests must be shuttled to the site, no pets allowed, etc.), but for the right couple, they host some really beautiful events.

Venue amenities at a glance:

• Rental includes full access to the Billy Barr Community Center

• Domestic kitchen, boardroom, and outdoor event tent

Center for the Arts Crested Butte
606 Sixth Street
Crested Butte CO 81224
(970) 349-7487

Crested Butte’s local galleries offer a promising outside-the-box alternative to more traditional wedding venues. Fellow art lovers: Consider this! The Center for the Arts is the premier visual and performing arts venue on the Western Slope. Its iconic modern architecture, 31,000 square feet of multi-use spaces, and prime location in downtown Crested Butte make the Center an ideal venue for all kinds of celebrations.

Venue amenities at a glance:

• Building is fully ADA accessible, with an elevator that accesses all three floors.

• 3 distinct spaces for ceremonies and pre and post receptions

• Tables and chairs included in space rental

• 2 dressing rooms and a green room for getting ready

Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum
331 Elk Avenue
Crested Butte CO 81224
(970) 349-1880

Museums probably aren’t the first thing you think of when it comes to wedding venues, but Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum is certainly something special. Known fondly by locals as “Tony’s Conoco,” the museum’s old-timey facade, mountainous backdrop, authentic wood floors, and rich historical ambiance set it apart as a one-of-a-kind spot for intimate wedding ceremonies. The Museum space has room for a buffet-style or served dinner, and the onsite kitchen is available for catering needs. Hourly rental rates are affordable, and your patronage helps an important Gunnison Valley nonprofit.

Venue amenities at a glance:

• Use of exhibit area, space behind Potbelly stove, kitchen, and garden patio

• Available to rent hourly or for the full day (1pm-11pm)

• You may use your choice of caterers and other vendors

• Tables and chairs included in space rental

Smith Fork Ranch
45362 Needle Rock Road
Crawford CO 81415
(970) 921-3454

This family-owned, 250-acre private estate is truly one of a kind. With its elegant rustic setting and western style activities, Smith Fork Ranch is something to be added and checked off of your bucket list.

Amenities at a glance:

• Ability to play music until 4am

• Onsite lodging

• Day-of coordinator included

• Getting ready rooms

• Venue provides alcohol

• Full kitchen available for use

The Stanley Hotel
333 Wonderview Avenue
Estes Park CO 80517
(970) 577-4000

The Stanley Hotel was the actual inspiration for Stephen King’s The Shining! But it offers so much more with its amazing grounds, scenery, and elegant interiors. Portraits at this iconic property are always stunning. Exchange vows on the lawn before taking glamorous photos in the hotel’s historical architecture. We can also venture into nearby RMNP for a more natural setting for newlywed photos.

Venue amenities at a glance:

• A dedicated, on-site wedding planning team

• A variety of unique venues, from intimate spaces to grand ballrooms to outdoor venues

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If you’re still in the research phase, I hear ya! Here are some more resources that my couples have found helpful. I hope you do, too!

Colorado Elopement Guide

Elopement Planning Toolkit (free download)

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