Danielle + James’ lake-side sunset ceremony in the mountains was the perfect fairytale wedding!

Nestled near the majestic Rocky Mountain National Park, this venue offered the perfect backdrop for Danielle and James' micro-wedding in Grand Lake, CO. With its enchanting blend of pristine lakes, lush woodlands, and towering mountains, this location is the ideal setting for an intimate celebration of love.

At an elevation of 8,369 feet, Grand Lake is the largest and deepest natural lake in Colorado. Just a short drive from Denver, it offers all the most sought-after views in one place. Imagine azure waters framed by bold yellow aspen trees and jagged peaks—this is where Danielle and James chose to exchange their vows.

In her A-line tulle gown, Danielle walked down the golden, wooded aisle with her father to a beautiful violin cover of "Stay with Me" by Daniel Jan. Following my recommendation for a light jacket, she wore a plush fur shawl to protect from the lake's winds - the perfect accessory for a Grand Lake micro-wedding in the fall.

Danielle and James, accompanied by loved ones, gathered on the scenic dock for a lakeside sunset ceremony. The natural beauty of the location required minimal decor. For this Grand Lake Colorado wedding, they lined each side of the dock with wooden benches for their guests and used fall-inspired flowers in rich burgundy, cream, and cooler hues to adorn the bride's bouquet, the groom's boutonniere, and their cake florals. A moment of light rain gave us a perfect rainbow over the lake; it was magical!

Simply said, this golden sunset micro-wedding was a picturesque celebration of love. Their wedding dreams came to life with the serene Grand Lake as the stage, vibrant aspen trees as the witnesses, and the majestic mountains as the background. The choice to embrace the natural beauty of Colorado in the fall created memories that will last a lifetime.
If you're dreaming of getting married in the heart of nature, consider a Grand Lake elopement or micro-wedding and let your love story unfold against Colorado's stunning landscapes.

Check out my recommended vendors, venues, and BnB’s in my complete

Rocky Mountain National Park Elopement Guide

…and see this venue in it’s full summer glory:

Midsummer Micro-Wedding near Rocky Mountain National Park

Bride's wedding shoes rest in front of her dress and veil, which hang gracefully in the window. Vibrant pine trees are visible in the background.

Black and white photo focuses in on the lacy skirt of the Bride's wedding veil as it gently brushes the ground.

Bride gazes excitedly at her wedding dress as it hangs gracefully in the window.

Bride stands facing away from the camera as a friend helps her do up her lacy wedding dress.

Black and white photo depicts the Mother of the Bride tenderly placing a pearl necklace around the Bride's neck.

Bride sits gracefully on a chair while gently latching her wedding shoes. A wooden bookshelf stands in the background.

The Bride's bouquet has been placed artistically on a rock on the shore of a mountain lake. The Bride and Groom's rings rest gently on the Bride's bouquet.

Black and white photo depicts the Bride and Groom's vow books and rings, the Bride's pearl necklace and earrings, and a wooden box inscribed with the words "We Do".

Bride holds her bouquet as the Father of the Bride tenderly escorts her along a path covered in golden aspen leaves.

Bride and Groom sweetly hold hands and gaze into each other's eyes while standing on a dock overlooking a magnificent mountain lake. The officiator stands behind them, reading their marriage vows. Family and friends are seated in rows on the dock.

Bride joyfully raises her bouquet in the air as she and the Groom walk together moments after their wedding ceremony. A magnificent lake surrounded by mountains is visible in the background.

Bride tenderly leans into Groom as they stand on a dock holding their marriage certificate. The Bride and Groom's families stand joyfully on the dock behind them.

Congratulations, Danielle + James!

Wedding Planner: Wendee Walter-Vezzetti of Custom Weddings of Colorado
Photographer: Andrea Enger for Custom Weddings of Colorado

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