Dillon Reservoir is perfectly situated in the Rocky Mountains between the towns of Dillon, Silverthorne, and Frisco, making it a perfect destination for any elopement in the area and one of my favorite spots in the state. This reservoir is a beautiful destination for sailing, paddleboarding, or just gazing from raised scenic overlooks around the […]| Adventure Instead
Loveland Pass is the highest paved road in Colorado that stays open year round (at nearly 12,000 feet!) and it doubles as a seriously epic place to say your vows and take photos. Not to be confused with the town of Loveland which is north of Denver, Loveland Pass is great for seeing dramatic mountain […]| Adventure Instead
3M Curve is one of the best ceremony locations in Rocky Mountain National Park. With wide-open views of Longs Peak (the park’s only 14er) and a peaceful spot tucked back from the road, you can often have its gorgeous views all to yourself. As a local Colorado elopement photographer, I’ve photographed dozens of elopements and […]| Adventure Instead
Red Mountain Pass is a section of the Million Dollar Highway that soars up to over 11,000 feet in elevation and provides breathtaking views of the gorge and mountain of the same name. If you’re looking for a non-4X4 option to see some serious sights on your wedding day, this is a stellar option in […]| Adventure Instead
One of the BEST things about eloping in the San Juans is the huge network of 4X4 trails that exist there, leftover from old gold mining days. Ophir is a newbie friendly 4X4 pass that takes you up over 12,500+ feet in elevation, leaving you totally surrounded by high alpine ridges and uninterrupted views of […]| Adventure Instead
How does it sound to spend part of your wedding day with a private soak in a naturally fed hot spring in a remote corner of the San Juans? That’s what’s waiting for you at Dunton Hot Springs, a ghost town turned all-inclusive luxury lodge that has since been featured…| Adventure Instead
3M Curve is one of the best ceremony locations in Rocky Mountain National Park. With wide-open views of Longs Peak (the park’s only 14er) and a peaceful spot tucked back from the road, you can often have its gorgeous views all to yourself. As a local Colorado elopement photographer, I’ve…| Adventure Instead