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Best Small Wedding Venues In Colorado For Micro Weddings
The best colorado wedding venues For your micro wedding
Small Colorado Wedding venues for micro weddings
Ultimate guide to the best places to get married in the Rocky Mountains
Looking for a stunning ceremony location for your micro wedding? As local photographers, we’ve compiled the most beautiful small wedding venues in Colorado with mountain views! Discover everything from affordable wedding venues, venues with lodging, all-inclusive wedding venues in Colorado and more.
We’ve organized this guide of venue by location and type- so you can see all the available venues in a specific area, or browse through the best venues in Colorado by type.
elopement LOCATIONS vs micro wedding venues
Do you need a small venue in colorado?
If it’s just the two of you eloping – or a very small group – you can get married outside in nature without a reservation or small venue in Colorado. There are endless places to elope in Colorado that don’t require a venue at all, as long as you’re keeping things minimal and respectful. The best part is you don’t have to find these spots on your own- we provide our clients with a customized location guide for the area they want to elope, that fits the scenery, accessibility and other preferences, so choosing your location(s) is easy.
However, if you’re inviting more than 10 guests, you’ll need a reservable space for your ceremony such as a small wedding venue. Once you add guests, you also add logistics: parking, accessibility, space requirements, seating, etc. Most public lands in Colorado are not designed for group setups, and many have strict limits on group size. You’ll also need a venue if you want chairs, arches, tables, florals, or other décor as setting up décor in nature is not Leave No Trace friendly, and in many locations it’s not permitted at all.
Still deciding between an elopement VS a micro wedding? We highly recommend browsing through our guide for the key considerations while making this big decision for your wedding day.
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best micro wedding venues in colorado
Here are all the best intimate wedding venues in Colorado, organized by type:
Affordable Wedding Venues In Colorado
small venues under $1,000
You don’t need to spend a fortune on a wedding venue to have an epic wedding in the mountains. These spots are perfect if you’re keeping things small and want those dreamy views without the high-end price tag. This way, you can allot your funds towards other important things- such as a honeymoon, photography, etc! Here are the best wedding venues in Colorado under $1000:
Rocky Mountain National Park
Estes Park, Colorado
Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the most beautiful locations for an elopement or small wedding. They have a variety of ceremony location options with stunning lake and mountain views.
GROUP SIZE: 0-30
AVAILABILITY: YEAR-ROUND
COST: $300
Maroon Bells Amphitheater
Aspen, Colorado
Maroon Bells is a mountain location in Aspen great for a small ceremony. You’ll have to hire a shuttle for your guests and have your reception elsewhere. Reservations are hard to get and release one year in advance.
GROUP SIZE: 0-50
AVAILABILITY: JUNE TO OCTOBER
COST: $200
Mountain Wedding Garden
Crested Butte, Colorado
Mountain Wedding Garden, owned and operated by the town of Crested Butte, offers an affordable and picturesque setting for mountain-view weddings. This unique and untraditional venue is ideal for couples planning a scenic micro-wedding.
GROUP SIZE: 0-100
AVAILABILITY: YEAR-ROUND
COST: $800+
Windy Point Campground
Dillon, Colorado
There are two sites you can reserve for your wedding at Windy Point Campground, the Forest Loop or Lake Loop. We recommend booking both for the most privacy at this location. Offers a covered pavilion, lake and mountain views.
GROUP SIZE: 0-100
AVAILABILITY: MID MAY TO END OF SEPTEMBER
COST: $294
Sunrise Amphitheater
Boulder, Colorado
This ceremony location at Sunrise Amphitheater has mountain views nearby for newlywed portraits. It’s close proximity to Boulder and Denver is convenient for out of town guests.
GROUP SIZE: 0-100
AVAILABILITY: MAY TO OCTOBER
COST: $100-$400
Sapphire Point Overlook
Summit County, Colorado
Sapphire Point overlooks Dillon Reservoir for beautiful mountain and lake views. It’s a busy, non-exclusive area, so expect to see other visitors and hikers around. Early morning or late evening are recommended.
GROUP SIZE: 0-35
AVAILABILITY: YEAR-ROUND
COST: $120
Garden Of The Gods
Colorado Springs
Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs offers views of the iconic red rocks. There are a variety of ceremony locations that are a first-come-first-serve basis and no fee. Sunrise is recommended to avoid crowds.
GROUP SIZE: UP TO 25 OR 50 DEPENDING ON LOCATION
AVAILABILITY: YEAR-ROUND
COST: FREE
NO RESERVATION REQUIRED
Frisco adventure park
Frisco, Colorado
Frisco Adventure Park is a casual, reservable ceremony site for a mountain wedding, with big views of Peak One and the Tenmile Range. It’s perfect if you want to invite guests and have a full set up.
GROUP SIZE: 0-120
AVAILABILITY: mid-may to october
COST: $150+
Julia’s Deck
Vail, Colorado
Julia’s Deck, AKA the Mount of The Holy Cross Overlook Observation Deck, is a small overlook accessible via a short gravel trail. Julia’s Deck can be reserved for your micro wedding up to 30 people.
GROUP SIZE: 0-30
AVAILABILITY: May to October
COST: Varies
Marina Park Pavilion
Dillon, Colorado
Marina Park Pavilion on Dillon Reservoir in Colorado has a covered pavilion, benches, grills and epic views! It has limited privacy, as it’s close to a playground and amphitheater.
GROUP SIZE: 0-90
AVAILABILITY: YEAR-ROUND
COST: $500-$1500
RESERVATION REQUIRED MAY 1ST TO SEPT 30TH
Roxborough State Park
Denver, Colorado
Located half a mile from the trailhead, the Lyons Overlook is a deck that features flat irons. Fountain Valley Overlook is the other ceremony location option within the park.
GROUP SIZE: 0-25
AVAILABILITY: YEAR-ROUND
COST: $150+
Colorado Wedding Venues With Lodging
for an all-inclusive experience
Want to make a whole weekend out of it? These venues have on-site lodging so you can have your ceremony, reception and lodging all in one place! Plus, you and your guests won’t have to go far after the party ends. From vacation rental wedding venues to luxury hotels and more, here are the best small wedding venues in Colorado with on-site lodging:
The Lodge At Breckenridge
Breckenridge, Colorado
The Lodge At Breckenridge offers a stunning wedding deck for your ceremony overlooking the mountains. They also have on-site lodging and reception options. Plus, they’re dog friendly!
COST : $5,500+ for weekday weddings
AVAILABILITY : available year round
GUESTS : 150 PERSON CAPACITY
Alta Lakes Observatory
Telluride, Colorado
Alta Lakes Observatory is a lake front wedding venue with onsite lodging for up to 12 people, and a campsite nearby! Take advantage of the lake, SUPs, canoes, hot tub and more. Talk to us if you just want to elope here for free.
GROUP SIZE: 0-45
AVAILABILITY: YEAR ROUND
COST: $2500+
Blue Sky Mountain Ranch
Boulder, Colorado
Blue Sky Mountain Ranch is a VRBO that can be rented out for weddings. The property is extremely large, has multiple ceremony locations on-site and has on-site lodging for up to 12 guests! Their elopement package also includes a private chef for your reception.
GROUP SIZE: Varies
COST: STARTS AT $3,000 FOR THE ELOPEMENT PACKAGE, INTIMATE WEDDINGS UNDER 85 GUESTS FOR $7500+
Piney River Ranch
Vail, Colorado
We love Piney River Ranch as the ceremony location is on a wooden deck built in front of the water, with a view of the lake and mountain in the background. They offer a weekday elopement package, and have on-site cabins and glamping tents.
COST : $2500 on mondays, tues and thurs from 9am-12pm
AVAILABILITY : JUNE 21ST TO THE LAST WEEKEND IN SEPTEMBER
GUESTS : varies depending on date
Shrine Mountain inn
Vail, Colorado
Shrine Mountain Inn is a group of rustic cabins you can rent for your wedding, with an outdoor Mountain View ceremony spot. Situated at approximately 11,200 feet atop Vail Pass, this venue provides panoramic views of the Colorado Rockies.
GROUP SIZE: 0-75
AVAILABILITY: July 1 to October 1
COST: Varies
Black Canyon Inn
Boulder, Colorado
There are two ceremony locations to choose from at Black Canyon Inn – The Homestead or The Boulders. Both have beautiful views of several mountain ranges including Longs Peak and Lumpy Ridge.
CAPACITY: UP TO 200 GUESTS (VARIES)
AVAILABILITY: year round
COST: $6000 – $8000 for Monday-Thursday
Gold Mountain Ranch
Ouray, Colorado
Gold Mountain Ranch is a stunning mountain ceremony overlook located in Southwest Colorado, with on-site lodging and reception options. They also offer via ferrata and horseback riding opportunities!
GROUP SIZE: up to 40 guests
AVAILABILITY: mid-may to november
COST: $$
Garden of The Gods Resort & Club
Colorado Springs
Garden of the Gods Resort is a luxurious venue that offers elopement packages for just the two of you, as well as micro wedding packages and full sized events. It also has on-site lodging and restaurants!
COST : Starting at $2000 for elopements
AVAILABILITY : YEAR ROUND
GUESTS : 220 PERSON CAPACITY
YMCA Of The Rockies
Estes Park, Colorado
YMCA Of The Rockies offers a variety of ceremony locations, reception spaces, lodging packages and more. It is a DIY style venue. They have venues in Estes Park and Granby.
GROUP SIZE: UP TO 100 FOR OVERLOOK CHAPEL
AVAILABILITY: YEAR-ROUND
COST: PRICE – $2750+ FOR WEEKDAYS UNDER 50 GUESTS
Wild Basin Lodge
Estes Park, Colorado
Located just 20 minutes outside of Estes Park, Wild Basin Lodge offers two outdoor ceremony venues with beautiful meadow and mountain views. On site lodging is also available.
CAPACITY: UP TO 200 GUESTS
AVAILABILITY: year round
COST: STARTS AT $5000
Estes Park Resort
Estes Park, Colorado
There are various ceremony locations at Estes Park Resort to choose from. They have special pricing for weekday ceremony only weddings, and on-site lodging available.
CAPACITY: UP TO 40 or 150 (depends on venue)
AVAILABILITY: year round
COST: Starting at $2000 for ceremony and $4000-8000 for reception
Eureka Lodge
Silverton, Colorado
Eureka Lodge offers an outdoor mountain view ceremony location, with on-site lodging for up to 35 people and room for more to attend the wedding for the day.
GUESTS : 0-35+ PERSON CAPACITY
AVAILABILITY: not listed
COST: not listed
Ski Resort Wedding Venues
for adventurous couples
Want your wedding experience to start with a gondola ride up to a mountain vista? Choose one of the many wedding venues at ski resorts for effortless, panoramic views! Here are the best ski resort wedding venues in Colorado for micro weddings:
San Sophia Overlook
Telluride, Colorado
San Sophia Overlook in Telluride Ski Resort is accessible only by gondola, providing a fun and scenic experience for you and your guests. The ceremony location overlooks Wilson Peak and the town of Telluride, creating the most scenic backdrop you can imagine.
Group Size : 250 PERSON CAPACITY
availability : June-October and December-March
COST : $$ (STARTING AT $5,000, BUT REQUIRES BUY OUT)
Ten Peaks
Crested Butte, Colorado
Ten Peaks in Crested Butte is a luxury venue with epic mountain views. There’s a ceremony space as well as a patio and covered clear tent for your cocktail hour and reception.
COST : $$$ (STARTING AT $15,000)
AVAILABILITY : JUNE TO SEPTEMBER
GUESTS : 180 PERSON CAPACITY
Copper Mountain
Copper Mountain, Colorado
The Gazebo at Aerie is the most scenic of the ceremony options at Copper Mountain, located at the top of the American Eagle lift at 11,200ft. The restaurant is just above the ceremony space.
GROUP SIZE: 0-100
AVAILABILITY: YEAR ROUND
COST: Varies
Black Mountain Lodge
Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, Colorado
Take a gondola up to the top of A-Basin for your ceremony! They offer special micro-wedding packages starting at just $500 for weekday ceremonies, which can take place between 9am-4pm. They have options for a cocktail hour and reception as well.
COST: $500 site fee + gondola tickets
AVAILABILITY : weekdays in july to mid august
GUESTS : 100 PERSON CAPACITY
Little Nell Wedding Deck
Aspen, Colorado
The Little Nell Wedding Deck is located on top of Aspen Mountain. Sitting at 11,212 feet, this luxury ceremony location overlooks the Elk Mountain Range for a stunning backdrop for your vows. The venue offers receptions and indoor/outdoor options.
COST : $$$$
AVAILABILITY : SUMMER & FALL
GUESTS : 250 PERSON CAPACITY
The Cliffhouse
Aspen, Colorado
The Cliffhouse offers a stunning mountaintop setting on Buttermilk Mountain in Aspen, with panoramic views of Pyramid Peak and the Maroon Creek Valley. Pair with a reception at Buttermilk Mountain Lodge.
GROUP SIZE: 150
AVAILABILITY: summer only
COST: $2500+ plus $750/h chairlift fee
Vista Ridge at Granby Ranch
Granby, Colorado
Vista Ridge at Granby Ranch offers breathtaking mountain views for micro weddings. They offer ceremony only options May-Sept, as well as indoor reception options at a variety of locations.
COST: $4000+, view pricing guide here
AVAILABILITY : june to october
GUESTS : up to 40 for micro weddings
Keystone Mountain Resort
Keystone, Colorado
Keystone Mountain offers various wedding venues, such as Keystone Ranch and Ski Tip Lodge, but Timber Ridge is the most scenic. It offers unmatched mountain views.
COST: $17,000+
AVAILABILITY : june to october
GUESTS : 150 PERSON CAPACITY
INTIMATE WEDDING & ELOPEMENT PACKAGES AVAILABLE
Holy Cross Event Deck
Vail, Colorado
Holy Cross Event Deck is located on top of Vail Mountain, accessible by gondola. A bonus of this venue is that the lighting is perfectly backlit here and there’s lots of areas for photos!
COST : $$ (STARTING AT $5000)
AVAILABILITY : MID-JUNE THROUGH MID-SEPTEMBER
GUESTS : 180 PERSON CAPACITY
Lunch Rock
Winter Park, Colorado
Lunch Rock at Winter Park Resort offers panoramic views of the Continental Divide. Ceremony-only options are available Sunday-Thursday from $3,400, with food and beverage averaging $150-$165 per person.
COST: $3,400
AVAILABILITY : Mid june to the end of September
GUESTS : 140 PERSON CAPACITY
Ten Mile Station
Breckenridge, Colorado
A stunning lodge with unbeatable mountain views, Ten Mile Station is one of the most sought-after wedding venues in Breckenridge. It offers a private outdoor ceremony deck and a spacious indoor reception hall.
COST: $12,000+
AVAILABILITY : june to october
GUESTS : 200 PERSON CAPACITY
- Echo Mountain – A more affordable and close-to-home choice near Denver, Echo Mountain provides a scenic mountain setting for weddings with fewer crowds.
- Beaver Creek Wedding Deck
- Purgatory Resort – Purgatory Resort near Durango offers micro wedding packages with up to 40 guests, Monday-Thursday from June to Sept.
Small Venues Near Denver
easy to access for out of town guests
Red Rocks Trading Post
Denver, Colorado
The backyard at Red Rocks Trading Post offers unmatched views of the red rocks for an affordable price. Choose from ceremony only or add a reception as well.
GROUP SIZE: 0-120
AVAILABILITY: YEAR-ROUND
COST: $1750+
Chautauqua Park
Boulder, Colorado
While only elopements can take place at Chautauqua Park, you can rent the Chautauqua Green nearby for similar flat iron views for a ceremony with guests!
GROUP SIZE: 0-100
AVAILABILITY: SEASONAL
COST: VARIES
North Star Gatherings
Idaho Springs, Colorado
North Star Gatherings in Idaho Springs, CO, is a modern mountain wedding venue with panoramic views of the Continental Divide. They offer simple rental packages, as well as all-inclusive options.
GUESTS : 170 PERSON CAPACITY
AVAILABILITY: mid-april to mid-november
COST: $9,100 for weekdays
Evergreen Lake House
Evergreen, Colorado
Evergreen Lake House is a community center near Denver. Reserving the building gives you access to the outdoor deck where most ceremonies are held, offering lake and mountain views.
GROUP SIZE: 0-100 (RECOMMEND less)
AVAILABILITY: Year round
COST: $1500+
Restaurant Wedding Venues In Colorado
have your ceremony & reception in one place
Here’s a list of restaurant wedding venues in Colorado that offer outdoor ceremony options – perfect for couples who want a scenic ceremony followed by an amazing meal, all in one place:
Pine Creek Cook house
Aspen, Colorado
Pine Creek Cookhouse in Aspen is a restaurant with a stunning view that can accommodate small, weekday ceremonies on their lawn.
COST : $
AVAILABILITY : SUMMER & FALL
GUESTS : 160 PERSON CAPACITY
INTIMATE WEDDING & ELOPEMENT PACKAGES AVAILABLE
- Flagstaff House in Boulder
Untraditional small wedding venues
ditch tradition with these wedding venues
Untraditional small wedding venues are perfect for couples who want something a little different than a standard ceremony-and-reception setup. These aren’t traditional “wedding venues” at all!
Crested Butte Land Trust
Crested Butte, Colorado
Choose from a variety of ceremony sites at Crested Butte Land Trust including Peanut Lake and Woods Walk. You’re able to get stunning views at an affordable price, even with a large guest count!
GROUP SIZE: 0-100
AVAILABILITY: YEAR-ROUND
COST: $1500 DONATION + $500 deposit
Top Of The Pines
Ridgway, Colorado
Top Of The Pines has options for weekday weddings with less than 50 guests for $1000, or rent out the property for three days starting at just $3000. Includes a tent campground, pavilion and catering prep kitchen!
GROUP SIZE: 0-50+
AVAILABILITY: May 15th to Oct 15th
COST: $1000+
Luxury Micro wedding venues
for an elevated experience
If you’re going all-out, these are the showstoppers. Think five-star service, gourmet food, and once-in-a-lifetime views—all wrapped up in a mountain setting. Here are the best mountain view wedding venues in Colorado if you have no budget!
Palmyra Lookout
Telluride, Colorado
Palmyra Lookout is available for ceremonies only, the venue rental fee is $4,000 (Friday-Sunday) or $3,000 (Monday-Thursday), with the option to add a light cocktail hour or pair it with a reception venue.
Group Size : 150 PERSON CAPACITY
availability : mid-june through september
COST : $$ (STARTING AT $3000)
Gorrono Ranch
Telluride, Colorado
Gorrono Ranch is a stunning mountainside venue in Telluride offering panoramic views, rustic charm, and space for up to 200 guests. Available in both summer and winter seasons, this high-altitude spot at 10,100 feet is perfect for unforgettable ceremonies and receptions.
Group Size : 200 PERSON CAPACITY
availability : June-October and December-March
COST : $$$
Spring creeks ranch
Carbondale, Colorado
Includes a ceremony meadow, open air pavilion as well as an event barn. They offer elopement and micro wedding packages as well as traditional weddings.
GROUP SIZE: 200 person capacity
AVAILABILITY: year round
COST: $8,000+
Vail Golf and Nordic Clubhouse
Vail, Colorado
Vail Golf Club & Nordic Center offers an outdoor ceremony space with mountain and lake views, as well as an indoor reception area for dinner and dancing. It’s really a great price!
COST : $5,900+ on weekdays, $9,900+ on weekends
AVAILABILITY : Wedding Island not available in winter
GUESTS : 160 PERSON CAPACITY
T-Lazy-7 Ranch
Aspen, Colorado
T-Lazy-7 Event Lodge in Aspen is a scenic wedding venue just 12 minutes from Maroon Bells. With site fees starting at $5,000, it accommodates intimate gatherings under 50 guests at the Klondike Cabin and Mountain Meadow.
GROUP SIZE: 0-50
AVAILABILITY: Year round
COST: $5000
Barn At Sunset Ranch
Buena Vista, Colorado
Barn at Sunset Ranch offers stunning mountain views and a rustic-modern barn for weddings. It’s also pet friendly!
GUESTS : 160 PERSON CAPACITY
AVAILABILITY: April through October
COST: $7500 for weekdays, $8500 for weekends
Lynn Britt Cabin
Aspen, Colorado
Lynn Britt Cabin is a quaint log cabin nestled among the aspens. It overlooks the mountains and features a fire pit, outdoor deck and more.
COST : $$ (STARTING AT $11,000)
AVAILABILITY : YEAR ROUND
GUESTS : 200 PERSON CAPACITY
INTIMATE WEDDING & ELOPEMENT PACKAGES AVAILABLE
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