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TINY WEDDINGS IN BIG PLACES

ADVENTURE WEDDINGS IN COLORADO AND THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST

If you're dreaming of an intimate Moab elopement or planning to elope in Alaska, I've got you covered! Check out my latest posts with advice and inspiration for your mountain elopement. From tips on how to plan the ultimate Colorado adventure elopement to guides on helicopter weddings, you’ll find it here.

Newlyweds kiss at their elopement picnic table with their dog laying next to them

As a photographer who has photographed so many love stories, I have to admit that I’m a sucker for a mountain elopement. Set in the secluded wilderness, surrounded by beautiful mountains, lakes, and alpine evergreens, there’s just something magical about an intimate vow exchange between a couple whose love is as wild as the rugged […]

Your 2024 Ultimate Guide to a Hoosier Pass Elopement!

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Newlyweds hide behind a long veil kissing at the telluride elopement

Telluride is a fantastic Colorado getaway destination. With plenty of opportunities for hiking, off-roading, and skiing, as well as warm hospitality and unbeatable mountain views, it’s no wonder adventurous couples love eloping here! If you’re considering an adventure-filled, intimate experience, you’ll definitely want to consider a Telluride elopement!  The Ultimate Guide To A Telluride Elopement […]

Make Your Special Day Unforgettable & Plan a Telluride Elopement

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Newlyweds walk up a mountain trail alongside waterfalls at their Ouray Elopement holding hands

High up in the San Juan Mountains lies the adventurous town of Ouray, Colorado, affectionately known as “The Switzerland of America” and “The Outdoor Recreation Capital of Colorado.” Home to some of the most incredible mountain scenery and opportunities for outdoor adventure, Ouray is a truly special place – especially when it comes to an […]

Planning an Ouray Elopement? Here’s All You Need to Know!

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A beautiful intimate wedding with only close friends and family on the beach at the Hard Rock Hotel in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

Holly + Mike – Punta Cana Intimate Wedding

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Newlyweds kiss while standing on a wall of rocks at their Cottonwood Pass elopement

There is something about the rugged wilderness of the Colorado mountains that just screams romance. Maybe it’s the elevation that makes you feel on top of the world or the vast expanses of unobstructed blue sky. Perhaps it’s the rolling terrain covered in evergreen trees and dense forests teeming with hidden life. Or it could […]

Your 2024 Guide to a Cottonwood Pass Elopement in CO!

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Newlyweds hold hands while walking down a trail in the mountains to their Loveland Pass Elopement

Out of all mountain locations for an unforgettable elopement, it’s hard to resist Loveland Pass; after all, love is in the name! At an elevation of nearly 12,000 feet above sea level, this area of the Colorado Rocky Mountains is known for its incredible vistas, accessible elopement sites, and stunning wildlife. If you’re looking for […]

Have an Unforgettable Loveland Pass Elopement All Year Round

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Newlyweds kiss wrapped in the bride's veil in the mountains at Piney River Ranch Wedding

The spectacular vistas are one of the biggest draws of getting married in the mountains. Surrounded by snow-covered peaks and hillsides blanketed in pine forests, it’s easy to lose yourself in the natural beauty and grandeur of the view. Colorado is the perfect place for an amazing mountainside wedding. With plenty of gorgeous resorts, lodges, […]

Intimate Mountain Weddings at Piney River Ranch Wedding Venue

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Newlyweds walk down a road in the mountains holding beer and flowers Keystone Resort Wedding

The idea of a mountain wedding is pretty irresistible; surrounded by majestic mountain peaks, lush forests, and wild open fields, starting the rest of your life with your true love on a mountainside is epically romantic. Keystone Resort in Keystone, Colorado, is a fabulous option for a mountain wedding, with a variety of flexible event […]

Majestic Mountain Day With a Keystone Resort Wedding in CO

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A man lifts his bride while standing in a field by a large hill

Vail, Colorado is the kind of town that feels like it leaped out of a Hallmark movie, with its spectacular mountain views, elegant resorts, and small-town feel. In the winter months, blanketed in snow, the town glows with warm light and exudes holiday charm. It’s an ideal place for a wedding in any season, whether […]

Have a Dreamy Day at Donovan Pavilion Wedding Venue in Vail

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Newlyweds stand on the edge of a mountain lake hugging devils thumb ranch wedding

Who says a wedding should only be a one-day celebration? At Devil’s Thumb Ranch Wedding Venue in Tabernash, Colorado, just 75 miles outside of Denver, your wedding will be an all-weekend adventure full of incredible shared meals, luxury lodging, and plenty of activities to keep your guests engaged and entertained. Mix in spectacular mountain views, […]

Mountain Views During Your Devil’s Thumb Ranch Wedding in CO!

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