Colorado Adventure Elopement Packages
Stop planning a wedding for everyone else, and start planning your elopement in Colorado - you can choose to elope in the midst of alpine lakes, towering peaks, or in the desert, Colorado has plenty of secluded spots with amazing views from Rocky Mountain National Park to Telluride.
Colorado also offers couples the unique opportunity to self-solemnize their own marriage. You don’t even need an officiant! And I am not just a photographer, I help you plan your elopement with my deep location knowledge and intentional story driven process.
Whether you’re looking for an epic multi-day adventure or a simple elopement at sunset, I’ll guide you in planning the best day of your lives! Are you ready for your Colorado mountain elopement?
My Colorado adventure elopement packages are designed for couples who want an intentional, nature-focused wedding experience in the mountains. As a Colorado adventure elopement photographer, I help couples plan everything from permits and locations to timelines and vendor recommendations.
Why Couples Choose a Colorado Adventure Elopement
From sand dunes to towering mountain peaks in the San Juans surrounded by lush valleys of wildflowers the reasons for eloping in Colorado are endless. Eloping in Colorado can give the opportunity to experience endless adventures on your wedding day! You can hit the slopes with your entire wedding party, hike to the most beautiful mountain lake you have ever seen, or off road to a remote area down a mountain road where the only sound you hear is the wind. From world class fly fishing to a luxury picnic in the desert Colorado offers diversity unlike any other place on Earth.
Breckenridge Adventure Elopement Packages
Telluride Adventure Elopements
LGBTQ+ All love is celebrated 🏳️🌈
Leave No Trace 🌲
Meet your Colorado adventure elopement photographer!
I’m Natalie. I’m your best new adventure buddy and biggest fan. You’re here because you want to elope in Colorado!
There are so many amazing locations to choose from in this state. You could want a Crested Butte or San Juans wildflower elopement in the summer. Or you could want privacy in shoulder season in Breckenridge or Boulder for your elopement amidst snowcapped peaks. We’re also home to three National Parks (Great Sand Dunes, Rocky Mountain, and Black Canyon of the Gunnison). This is barely scratching the surface. I have guides on guides for eloping in Colorado and am here to support all adventures!
I hike, ski, bike, rock climb, kayak, backpack, and could probably be convinced to do just about anything.
What’s Included in my Colorado Elopement Packages
LOCATION SCOUTING: I’ll be your guide to all of Colorado’s most stunning elopement locations.
PERMIT RESEARCH & GUIDANCE: Some locations require permits, but don’t worry, I’ll help you navigate everything!
COMPLIMENTARY OFFICIANT SIGNATURE: While Colorado allows couples to self-solemnize your elopement, I am always here to offer officiant signatures and guidance on the legal part.
TRAVEL: Throughout Colorado, some areas of Wyoming, Utah, and northern New Mexico are included!
UNLIMITED PLANNING CALLS
VENDOR RECOMMENDATIONS: All of my vendor recommendations are vetted so you’ll have the very best team for your elopement day.
CUSTOM TIMELINES: We’ll create a timeline together so your day is exactly how you envision it.
SNEAK PEEKS within 72 hours
ELOPEMENT GUIDE: I wrote a 60 page guide to eloping so you always have help right at your fingertips.
CLIENT PORTAL: Once you book me as your elopement photographer you will always have access to my client portal which is full of planning resources and questionnaires designed to make your day unique and special!
HATE HAS NO PLACE HERE
PET FRIENDLY: I can’t wait to meet your furry kids and truly hope they are there for the day!
PRINTING RIGHTS: While I have an amazing printer you will have access to always, you are always welcome to use the printing lab of your choice.
SOCIAL MEDIA SHARING RIGHTS: And truly I hope you post as many photos as your heart desires!
25% OFF ADVENTURE SESSIONS: Not just one time, you get this perk for life!
Colorado adventure elopement package pricing
Elopements starting at $1,500
Weddings starting at $3,600
What are the best places for adventure elopements in Colorado?
While I could talk endlessly about this subject there is no one single place which I would consider the best! The best places to elope in Colorado completely depend on your vision for your elopement. Once we start planning we’ll lock in exactly what your vision in and start talking location. Here are a few of my favorites!
Breckenridge & Summit County, Rocky Mountain National Park, Telluride, Ouray, Durango, Steamboat Springs, Great Sand Dunes National Park, Crested Butte, Vail, Pagosa Springs, Boulder, Colorado Springs, Loveland Pass…
Real Colorado Elopements & Planning Guides…
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Colorado Elopement Timeline Examples
Half Day Sunset Adventure Elopement
4:30pm Get ready at the cabin
5:15pm First Look
5:45pm Travel to the trailhead
6:00pm Hike to elopement location (1 mile hike)
6:30pm Ceremony
7:00pm First Dance & Champagne picnic
7:30pm Golden hour portraits
8:15pm Hike back to trailhead as the sun disappears behind the mountains
8:30-9:00pm Arrive back at the trailhead
Full Day Adventure Elopement
11am Get ready at the cabin
12:30pm First Look and portraits at the cabin
1:00pm Travel to the trailhead
1:30pm Hike to elopement location (3 mile hike)
3:00pm Ceremony
3:30pm Summit beers & lunch
4:15pm Hike back
5:45pm Arrive at trailhead & head to location two
6:15pm Fly fishing in the creek together
7:00pm Golden hour begins and sunset portraits at the nearby lake
8:00pm The sun sets and you go back to your cabin for a private dinner catered by a chef
Real Colorado Elopements
Colorado Elopement FAQ
Let me answer some of those burning questions!
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Eloping in Colorado has only one requirement legally speaking, a $30 marriage license. Beyond that most of my couples spend anywhere from $4,000-$12,000 on their elopements on average.
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Year round! No matter when you visit Colorado for your elopement it is beautiful. Spring brings cooler, but pleasant weather and some snowstorms in the Rockies. Summer is for wildflowers and the best sunsets. Fall is when the aspens turn golden and Colorado comes alive in color. Winter is pure magic and not to be missed. Colorado enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year!
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You can bring up to 30 guests for your Colorado elopement! Beyond that I call it an adventure wedding!
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Absolutely! There is a $300 permit to elope in the park which requires a little planning. You can also elope in Great Sand Dunes National Park and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.
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I take safety very seriously and will always help you come up with a solid backup plan in case of bad weather.
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I have planned and photographed elopements with only 72 hours notice, but most of my couples book their elopements 6-12 months out to allow for advance planning and permitting.
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The first step to booking your Colorado elopement is to reach out and tell me about your elopement plans. From there we set up a meeting to get to know each other better. After our meeting I’ll send you a contract with your date on it and a 30% retainer fee which is due at contract signing. After that you are in my books!
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After booking I send you my location questionnaire to fill out. After I receive your answers I create a custom location guide to help you choose the best location in Colorado to elope in!
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