How to elope in Colorado

So you want to elope in Colorado? Well, obviously. Colorado offers so many choices. Red rocks, snow capped mountains, meadows full of flowers and tree filled forests. You can bring some of your closest friends or just you and your Colorado elopement photographer. You can hike five miles or five minutes. The options are endless.

All these choices sound overwhelming right? Nope. It doesn’t have to be! I am a Colorado elopement photographer and I am here to help! I offer a full location and planning guide to get help you through the process. I will help you pick the perfect Colorado elopement location and the perfect vendors for your day.

There are so many factors in your Colorado elopement. Do you want to stay close to Denver or drive up into the Rocky Mountains? Do you want to hike or just take a short walk from the car? Altitude sickness is very very real. That is something to seriously consider with your location and especially any guests you may bring. Deciding on a location is a great place to start. Many locations in Colorado do require a permit for weddings and photography so it is important to research and plan for this. A Colorado elopement photographer is going to be your best resource on locations. As a Colorado resident of many years I am full of location advice. I know the best spots all over the state from Rocky Mountain National Park down to Durango. (Fun fact- I got married in Durango! So I myself have planned my very own Colorado wedding!

Do you know you can self solmenize in Colorado? What does that mean? You can marry yourself. I know that sounds strange. No officiant is needed in Colorado. You and your partner can write your own vows and just exchange them with each other without doing a full ceremony. Another thing that makes this so cool and unique is you get to sign your own marriage certificate. I have even seen people have their dog sign as their witness! This also gives the flexibility of using anyone you want for a oficiant if you choose to have one or to save the money and be all alone with your partner.