Planning an elopement can feel exciting, overwhelming, and a little confusing all at once. This guide hub is here to help you understand where to elope, what to expect, how to plan it, and how to make the day feel like you.
Not sure where to begin? These five guides walk you through everything — from what eloping actually means to what an elopement package looks like.
Not sure what an elopement actually means today? We break it down — no drama, no jargon required.
Read the guide →The structure that turns a big idea into an actual day. Timelines, logistics, and what to think about first.
Read the guide →From alpine lakes to red rock canyons — where to actually go and what each place really feels like.
Explore locations →What we include, what the experience looks like, and what couples actually invest.
See packages →See what these days actually look like. Real couples, real Colorado locations, real moments.
View galleries →Compare Colorado location guides, scenery, access, permits, and what each place actually feels like.
Start with the basics: planning steps, timelines, logistics, and what to think through first.
Browse real galleries so you can see how these days look, feel, and flow before planning your own.
Find inspiration for adventurous, intentional days that feel personal instead of copied from Pinterest.
See what is included, what couples invest, and what a full elopement experience can look like.
Bring us your ideas, questions, location thoughts, or wild half-planned dream and we will help from there.
If you’re going to read anything on this page, start here. These three guides cover most of what couples ask us before they book.
Dreaming of saying your vows in Iceland? This complete Iceland elopement guide covers the best Iceland elopement locations, when to elope, how to plan your day, what to pack, legal ceremony tips, and everything adventurous couples need to know before getting married among Iceland’s waterfalls, glaciers, black sand beaches, and dramatic mountain views.
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Planning a Rocky Mountain National Park elopement? This complete guide walks you through everything you need to know, including how to get married in RMNP, the best ceremony locations, permit requirements, seasonal tips, travel advice, and how to create an adventurous wedding day surrounded by alpine lakes, mountain views, pine forests, and Colorado’s most iconic landscapes.
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Planning an elopement doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. This simple guide breaks down how to elope in 3 easy steps, from choosing your dream location to planning the meaningful details and creating an intimate wedding day that feels adventurous, personal, and completely true to you.
Read the guide →Every guide here is written from direct experience. We’ve eloped ourselves, planned hundreds of elopements across Colorado, and been to most of these locations more times than we can count. The advice we give couples in person is the same advice you’ll find here.
We are not a content mill. We are not a wedding blog. We’re a husband-and-wife team who genuinely love helping people create a better, more intentional day.
Colorado-based elopement photo and video storytellers helping couples create wedding days that feel adventurous, intentional, and actually true to them.
We know where the light hits at 7am, which trails are genuinely accessible, and how to make a day feel like an experience instead of a photoshoot.
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Not just a list of pretty places. Each guide covers terrain, timing, permits, accessibility, and what the day actually feels like there — so you can choose a location that fits your elopement, not just one that looks good in photos.
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Dreaming of a private island elopement in the Dominican Republic? This guide walks you through everything you need to know about eloping at Cayo Levantado, from the best time of year to visit and how to get there, to ceremony locations, legal marriage requirements, all-inclusive resort options, photo spots, activities, permits, and planning tips for an unforgettable Caribbean elopement.
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Dreaming of saying your vows in Iceland? This complete Iceland elopement guide covers the best Iceland elopement locations, when to elope, how to plan your day, what to pack, legal ceremony tips, and everything adventurous couples need to know before getting married among Iceland’s waterfalls, glaciers, black sand beaches, and dramatic mountain views.
Read the guide →Planning a Rocky Mountain National Park elopement? This complete guide walks you through everything you need to know, including how to get married in RMNP, the best ceremony locations, permit requirements, seasonal tips, travel advice, and how to create an adventurous wedding day surrounded by alpine lakes, mountain views, pine forests, and Colorado’s most iconic landscapes.
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Dreaming of a short-hike alpine elopement in Colorado? This detailed St. Mary’s Glacier elopement guide covers the best time of year, seasonal conditions, parking, hiking logistics, permits, attire, safety tips, and everything adventurous couples need to know before choosing this iconic Colorado location.
Read the guide →Want help choosing a location that actually fits you?
Ask Us About Your ElopementThe best way to know if this is for you is to see what it actually looks like. Real weather. Real emotions. Real days — not styled shoots or staged setups.
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Jake and Olivia’s multi-day Malta elopement included exploring Valletta, cliffside vows above the Blue Grotto, sunset by the sea, and a private boat adventure.
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Courtenay and Phil’s Smith Cabin Aspen elopement included family yard games, an ATV ride, emotional first looks, mountaintop vows, and sunset portraits.
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Kat and Colin spent the day climbing Kanab’s red rock walls, hanging from a thousand-foot cliff, and dancing together at golden hour.
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Inquire About Your DateOur wedding was everything we could dream of plus more. We had so much fun adventuring with them and they went above and beyond in every detail. Thank you a million times over. We really couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day.
From the time we initially met, we knew it would be a good fit. They were so helpful from the very beginning of the process, so professional, and a joy to be around. Our wedding was exactly what we wanted it to be — laid back, stress free, and so much fun. James and Krista were there to help guide us and capture it all.
They had the perfect location recommendations. They encouraged us to be adventurous and go to places we hadn’t been. They love adventure, the beauty of nature, and the passion that couples have for each other. We felt very comfortable and it was an instant friendship.
Just starting to figure this out? These guides walk you through the foundations — timelines, logistics, what to expect on the day, and how to think through the details that most couples don’t realize matter until later.
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Planning an adventurous outdoor elopement? This ultimate Leave No Trace elopement guide walks you through how to protect wild places while creating a meaningful, beautiful, and low-impact wedding day. Learn how to choose eco-friendly ceremony locations, avoid harmful decor, follow permit rules, reduce waste, respect wildlife, educate guests, and plan an adventure elopement that honors the landscape instead of leaving a mark on it.
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Wondering how to elope without turning your wedding day into another stressful event? This guide walks you through how to choose the right location, timeframe, activities, guest list, budget, and legal plan so your elopement feels intentional, adventurous, and completely true to you.
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Not sure how to tell your friends and family you’re eloping? This guide walks you through how to share your plans with confidence, handle emotional reactions, explain your decision with kindness, and include your loved ones in a way that still keeps your wedding day true to you.
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Wondering if you really need an elopement videographer? This honest guide breaks down what video captures that photos cannot, why elopement films are so meaningful for couples and family, when videography is worth the investment, and when a shorter or simpler elopement may not need full video coverage.
Read the guide →Feeling overwhelmed? We help with a lot more than just photos and video.
Start Planning With UsThe guides other couples keep coming back to. If you’re not sure where to start, these are the ones worth reading first.
Dreaming of saying your vows in Iceland? This complete Iceland elopement guide covers the…
Planning a Rocky Mountain National Park elopement? This complete guide walks you through everything…
Planning an elopement doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. This simple guide breaks down how…
Dreaming of a private island elopement in the Dominican Republic? This guide walks you…
Jake and Olivia’s multi-day Malta elopement included exploring Valletta, cliffside vows above the Blue…
Courtenay and Phil’s Smith Cabin Aspen elopement included family yard games, an ATV ride,…
Kat and Colin spent the day climbing Kanab’s red rock walls, hanging from a…
Permits, park access, marriage laws, and seasonal conditions change. These guides have been recently reviewed so the information you’re reading is actually current.
Jake and Olivia’s multi-day Malta elopement included exploring Valletta, cliffside vows above the Blue Grotto, sunset by the sea, and a private boat adventure.
Read more → Courtenay and Phil’s Smith Cabin Aspen elopement included family yard games, an ATV ride, emotional first looks, mountaintop vows, and sunset portraits.
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Kat and Colin spent the day climbing Kanab’s red rock walls, hanging from a thousand-foot cliff, and dancing together at golden hour.
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Tim and Isa’s Zion helicopter elopement featured mountaintop vows, Jeep off-roading, a desert picnic, and sunset dancing in southern Utah.
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Monika and Shane’s Sedona elopement included a relaxed Airbnb morning, a Tlaquepaque first look, and an off-road Jeep ceremony at Merry-Go-Round Rock.
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Vanessa and Dave’s multi-day Iceland elopement included vows at Kvernufoss, portraits at Reynisfjara, golden hour at Skógafoss, and the Blue Lagoon.
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Monique and Dan’s Breckenridge elopement included private vows near Mayflower Gulch, a picnic with their dogs, snowboarding, and sunset at Dillon Reservoir.
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Amanda and Calvin’s Glencoe elopement included a slow Fort William morning, Loch Ness portraits, a seaside picnic, and mountaintop vows in the Highlands.
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Mallory and Ryan’s multi-day Cayo Levantado elopement included whale watching in Samaná Bay, a private island ceremony, and dancing under the stars.
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Michele and Stanley’s multi-day Olympic National Park elopement began with board games in Seattle, continued with vows beneath the old-growth trees of the Hoh Rainforest, and ended in the rain along the wild Washington coast.
Read more → Planning an adventurous outdoor elopement? This ultimate Leave No Trace elopement guide walks you through how to protect wild places while creating a meaningful, beautiful, and low-impact wedding day. Learn how to choose eco-friendly ceremony locations, avoid harmful decor, follow permit rules, reduce waste, respect wildlife, educate guests, and plan an adventure elopement that honors the landscape instead of leaving a mark on it.
Read more → Dreaming of a private island elopement in the Dominican Republic? This guide walks you through everything you need to know about eloping at Cayo Levantado, from the best time of year to visit and how to get there, to ceremony locations, legal marriage requirements, all-inclusive resort options, photo spots, activities, permits, and planning tips for an unforgettable Caribbean elopement.
Read more → Wondering how to elope without turning your wedding day into another stressful event? This guide walks you through how to choose the right location, timeframe, activities, guest list, budget, and legal plan so your elopement feels intentional, adventurous, and completely true to you.
Read more → Dreaming of saying your vows in Iceland? This complete Iceland elopement guide covers the best Iceland elopement locations, when to elope, how to plan your day, what to pack, legal ceremony tips, and everything adventurous couples need to know before getting married among Iceland’s waterfalls, glaciers, black sand beaches, and dramatic mountain views.
Read more → Planning a Rocky Mountain National Park elopement? This complete guide walks you through everything you need to know, including how to get married in RMNP, the best ceremony locations, permit requirements, seasonal tips, travel advice, and how to create an adventurous wedding day surrounded by alpine lakes, mountain views, pine forests, and Colorado’s most iconic landscapes.
Read more → Planning an elopement doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. This simple guide breaks down how to elope in 3 easy steps, from choosing your dream location to planning the meaningful details and creating an intimate wedding day that feels adventurous, personal, and completely true to you.
Read more →
Discover the beauty of an adventurous elopement at Brainard Lake and Long Lake in Colorado. From a fun-filled morning at a cozy cabin to an intimate mountain hike and a heartfelt lakeside ceremony, this elopement was the perfect mix of romance and adventure.
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An intimate Sleeping Bear Dunes elopement at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Michigan, featuring a peaceful lakeside cabin morning, golden sand dunes, Lake Michigan views, close family and friends, and a bold black wedding dress that made the entire day feel personal, intentional, and completely their own.
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A simple and beautiful Bonneville Salt Flats photoshoot in Utah featuring quiet vows, dreamy reflection pools after the rain, and a relaxed half-day adventure surrounded by one of the most surreal landscapes in the West.
Read more → Dreaming of a short-hike alpine elopement in Colorado? This detailed St. Mary’s Glacier elopement guide covers the best time of year, seasonal conditions, parking, hiking logistics, permits, attire, safety tips, and everything adventurous couples need to know before choosing this iconic Colorado location.
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Wondering if you’ll regret eloping? This guide helps you think through the biggest questions couples face before choosing an elopement, from family expectations and missing traditions to creating a wedding day that feels meaningful, intentional, and completely true to your relationship.
Read more → Not sure how to tell your friends and family you’re eloping? This guide walks you through how to share your plans with confidence, handle emotional reactions, explain your decision with kindness, and include your loved ones in a way that still keeps your wedding day true to you.
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Dreaming of an adventurous Iceland elopement? This guide shares 10 of the best places to elope in Iceland, from black sand beaches and dramatic waterfalls to glaciers, canyons, volcanic landscapes, and quiet hidden gems perfect for an unforgettable wedding day.
Read more → Wondering if you really need an elopement videographer? This honest guide breaks down what video captures that photos cannot, why elopement films are so meaningful for couples and family, when videography is worth the investment, and when a shorter or simpler elopement may not need full video coverage.
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Every guide we publish is written from direct experience — built to actually help couples plan a better day, not just rank in search results.
These posts are useful, practical, and grounded in actual experience planning and documenting elopements across Colorado for years.
From location ideas to day-of timelines, this section is designed to help couples move from dreaming to an actual day with a real plan behind it.
Park access, permit requirements, and marriage laws change. We review and update our guides so you’re not planning from outdated information.
The guides can get you started. When you’re ready to go from reading to actually planning, that’s where we come in. We help you choose a location, build a timeline, navigate permits, and make the whole experience feel relaxed, meaningful, and adventurous.
Whether you already know where you want to elope or you’re still figuring everything out, we can help you choose a location, build a timeline, document the day, and make it feel relaxed, meaningful, and adventurous.