Road Trip Weddings: 14 Of The Best Elopement Destinations In Colorado

Located at the base of the Rocky Mountains, this popular destination is known for it's beautiful and unique scenery, like the glacier-carved Pikes Peak, the iconic red-sandstone rock formations in the Garden of the Gods Park, and Pike's National Forest.

Fab Features: extraordinary resort with unparalleled mountain views • variety of on-site accommodations from basic rooms to three-bedroom casitas • fantastic amenities including a decadent wellness spa

Photography | Moose and Bear

Fab Features: historic park in the eastern plains, northwest of Colorado Springs • colorful rock formations with sandstone-capped spires and hoodoos • endless photo ops in this open space full of natural wonders

Just an hour North of Denver, this thriving city is home to 20 award-winning craft breweries, Horsetooth Mountain, and some incredible whitewater rapids.

Fab Features: iconic music venue located in the gorgeous Poudre Canyon • ceremonies beside a meandering river • endless photo ops in the open space surrounded by rocky, tree-covered hills

Fab Features: working dude ranch with views of sprawling countryside and the Rocky Mountains • elopements and micro-weddings in the Labyrinth Garden • intimate celebrations in the gazebo perched at the edge of a large reflecting pond

One of the U.S.'s most visited national parks, this 415-square-mile natural playground boasts gorgeous mountains, forests, and alpine tundra. For summer elopements plan between June - September when the snow is mostly melted.

Fab Features: majestic hotel set at 7,500 feet with panoramic views of Longs Peak and Lake Estes • say "I do" in front of the beautiful snow-capped Rocky Mountains or in the beautiful Rose Garden • indoor ceremonies backed by a glass wall overlooking a pond

Fab Features: exchange vows surrounded by National Forest and Wilderness • al fresco celebrations in the stunning meadow or the stately 2-story log cabin • stay in one of their comfortable cabins or camp beneath the stars at Chuckwagon Grounds

The Mile High City sees 300 days of sunshine a year, has a thriving cultural scene, great craft breweries, and sits at the base of the Rocky Mountains.

Fab Features: 1890 Victorian mansion boasting a regal, third-floor ballroom • spacious patio with romantic bistro lighting • dreamy garden ceremony site with a lattice gazebo

Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Boulder has a vibrant downtown with sweeping views of the Flatirons and a ton of outdoor options for eloping thanks to the surrounding parks and forests.

Photography | Celebrate Again

Fab Features: historic 1929 cabin-turned-elegant restaurant • large, picturesque windows offer stunning views of downtown Boulder • several outdoor terraces for ceremonies

Fab Features: family-run rustic lodge retreat • variety of ceremony locations from meadow peak to river run • shaded receptions on the outdoor patio

Photography | Wild Heart Visuals

Fab Features: 14-acre park with stunning views of the Flatirons • exchange vows in a wildflower meadow • endless photo ops along the hiking trails and open space

Photography | Samuel Marz

Fab Features: secluded alpine lake surrounded by rugged Mountain peaks • located an hour west of Boulder and 13 miles north of Nederland

Less than a 2-hour drive from Denver International Airport, this area provides a stunning setting for your vows year-round and is surrounded by quaint mountain towns, alpine lakes, and endless hiking trails.

Fab Features: chairlift ride up the mountain to exchange vows • ceremonies surrounded by towering pines and gorgeous views of the Ten Mile Range • celebrate after at JJ's Rocky Mountain Tavern, the CB Grille, or Hasty's

Photography | IN Photography

Fab Features: exchange vows at an elevation of 9,500-ft with a stunning backdrop of the Dillion Reservoir • reservations available for a 2-hour block for private gatherings • portable chairs and other furniture is allowed

Located a short drive from the Mexico border, this region still feels a little bit undiscovered. Its rich history offers quintessential Old West vibes alongside an exquisite mountainous landscape.

Fab Features: dreamy destination ski lodge, bar, and event venue in the beautiful Hermosa Valley • panoramic views of the San Juan Mountains from the lovely al fresco ceremony sites and the mountain-chic reception spaces • cozy on-site lodging in hotel-style rooms and condos ensures the party continues all weekend long